HC Deb 09 July 1979 vol 970 cc24-5W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what research he is supporting into using powdered coal as a substitute for diesel fuel.

Mr. John Moore

No support is being provided by my Department for research into the direct use of powdered coal as a substitute for diesel oil. Present evidence suggests that the manufacture of a substitute diesel oil from coal is a more attractive alternative.