asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he is aware that householders have difficulty in obtaining supplies of anthracite, and, if so, if he will make a statement in the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Anthracite Supplies.
There were reports last winter of shortages of anthracite in certain areas notwithstanding increased production from home sources, but I am not aware that householders have difficulty at present in obtaining supplies. In order, however, that there may be no shortage next winter, I have arranged that the allocation from Great Britain will be increased substantially and that the importers will take up the full increased allocation whilst, at the same time, absorbing the entire production from home sources.