HC Deb 28 April 1972 vol 835 cc378-9W
Mr. Lanrance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many days' reserves of oil are stored in the United Kingdom at any one time.

Mr. Tom Boardman

Substantial stocks of oil are held in the country but it would not be in the national interest to provide detailed information.

Mr. Lanrance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many days' reserves of natural gas are stored in the United Kingdom at any one time.

Mr. Emery

This is a matter for the gas industry, and my hon. Friend should approach the Chairman of the Gas Council.

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