HC Deb 06 June 1989 vol 154 cc117-8W
Mr. Michael Marshall

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received regarding the withdrawal of two-star leaded petrol by the major oil companies; and what assessment his Department has made of the difficulties created for drivers of older vehicles by the suggested use instead of four-star leaded petrol.

Mr. Lilley

My right hon. Friend has received a number of representations about the withdrawal of two-star leaded petrol by some major oil companies. Many engines which formerly ran on two-star petrol can use unleaded fuel. Those which cannot are able to use four-star leaded petrol without difficulty.