asked the Secretary of State for Energy of the total amount of coal at present being stocked, how much is (a) anthracite and (b) coal suitable for use in power stations; and what were the corresponding figures six months and 12 months ago.

The following is the information:is now being pursued in co-operation with the Netherlands and Germany under the Treaty of Almelo. From the reports, the Exxon study referred to confirms the United Kingdom assessment.