§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans he has made to ensure that the supply of oil is adequate for Northern Ireland industry; to what extent Northern Ireland industry depends on fuel oil; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter MillsFuel oil is the predominant source of energy for Northern Ireland industry including the generation of gas and electricity. Attention is being given to Northern Ireland's needs in the planning referred to in the statements made by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry on 24th October—[Vol. 861, c. 1254–6.] and 5th November—[Vol. 863, c. 611.]