asked the Minister of Fuel and Power the total production of deep-mined coal in Yorkshire during 1953; and by how much this figure is greater or less than that for 1952.

45,085,000 tons— 270,000 tons less than in 1952.

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power how many local fuel offices he is closing down in Scotland this year; and what the total annual saving will be.

So far 38, with an estimated saving of £4,256 per annum.