asked the Minister of Fuel and Power what steps he is taking to reduce the quantities of stone and solid rock which is at present being delivered in house-coal trucks to Altrincham sidings from West Thorp unit at the rate of 16 cwt. per 10-ton coal truck.

This is a matter for the National Coal Board. The recourse of any merchant who receives a consignment of coal which is not properly prepared is to the Board.