§ Mr. Spenceasked the Secretary of State for Energy, in the light of the delay of up to two months in the delivery of agricultural diesel fuel in the Thirsk and Malton constituency, if he will take steps to ensure sufficient supplies for harvesting; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HowellThe Department is aware of the diesel supply problem in the Thirsk and Malton area and is working closely with the oil companies to alleviate the problem. The oil company mainly concerned is meeting with the distributor and the NFU officials to determine how the farmers' needs can best be met.