§ 32. Brigadier-General CROFTasked the President of the Board of Trade what is the total cost of the Coal Controller's Department from the time it commenced until 30th September?
The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. Bridge-man)The total cost of the Coal Controller's Department from the time it commenced until the 30th September, 1919, is £552,600.
§ Mr. HURDWill any part of the money be refunded which the owners are now claiming by reason of the two increases of price, and is the right hon. Gentleman aware that many collieries threaten to close down unless definite arrangements are made between them and the Department?
§ Mr. BRIDGEMANI cannot give an answer with accurate figures without notice.