§ Sir John Hallasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will give an assurance that there will not be a shortage of petrol or oil for industrial and domestic purposes during the coming months; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EmeryNo, Sir. The outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East has put at risk a significant part of European oil supplies. A statement will be made as soon as the supply situation is clearer.