Part of the debate – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 5 Rhagfyr 1973.
On the basis of present levels of stocks and the supply position, certainly there are considerable advantages in avoiding any rationing system. Should it become necessary because supplies drop further or if the total energy situation deteriorates further, we shall be able to take action as a result of having distributed coupons. But I repeat that it is impossible to create a system of rationing which will not cause individual hardship.