Domestic Oil Supplies

Mr. Beith
asked the Minister for Energy what arrangements he has made to ensure the continuing availability of supplies to householders dependent on oil for cooking and water heating.

Mr. Emery
The current level of oil deliveries to householders for cooking and water heating is unchanged at 90 per cent. of last year's deliveries. As long as people show proper economy of use, this should be sufficient to meet their essential needs.