HC Deb 07 August 1972 vol 842 c234W
41. Mr. Edwin Wainwright

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what are the present stocks of coal in the United Kingdom; and how this figure compares with 12 months ago.

Mr. Tom Boardman

The latest information published by the Department in the Weekly Statistical Statement shows total stocks of coal at 28.9 million tons on 22nd July, 1972 with 28.5 million tons on 24th July, 1971.