§ Mr. Spellerasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he can, from the information available to his Department, assure holiday makers that there will be adequate supplies of petrol for their holiday visits to resorts in the West Country and the journey home.
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§ Mr. GrayThe oil companies' allocation systems reflect fluctuations in demand due to seasonal factors. Allocations to tourist areas should therefore increase as the holiday season reaches its peak. As in other areas, therefore, supplies to the West Country should be adequate provided holiday makers, together with all other motorists, make reasonable economies in their use of petrol.