HC Deb 24 February 1919 vol 112 c1372
60. Mr. KENNEDY JONES

asked the Prime Minister whether he will obtain authority from Parliament to compel the attendance of witnesses if necessary at the Coal Investigation Committee, to enforce the production of all requisite documents, and to take evidence on oath?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. The necessary legislation is down as the First Order of the Day.