§ Mr. John EvansTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy how many tonnes of coal were imported into Britain 10 years, five years ago and for the latest year for which figures are available.
§ Mr. BaldryCoal imports into the United Kingdom in these years, and for the most recent period in 1989 for which information is available, have been as follows:
Calendar year Million tonnes 1980 7.3 1985 12.7 1988 12.0 11989 11.2 1 January to November. Source: Her Majesty's Customs and Excise.