§ Mr. Eadieasked the Minister of Technology what assistance he has given in the technology of blending coal for coking coal uses; and if he will make a statement on its potential.
Mr. Alan WilliamsThe Department has assisted this work at the British Coke Research Association by its grant-in-aid and by specific capital provision for paint. Application of this technology will greatly assist us to make the most effective use of indigenous reserves in meeting the continuing demand for metallurgical coke.