HC Deb 24 June 1924 vol 175 c227
30. Sir KINGSLEY WOOD

asked the Secretary for Mines whether he can state the present position of the strike at Dechmont colliery, Loanend?

Mr. SHINWELL

I understand that the colliery is still idle.

Sir K. WOOD

Can the hon. Gentleman say what the Miners' Federation officials are doing in this matter, and whether any steps are being taken to bring this dispute to an end?

Mr. SPEAKER

The hon. Member cannot control the Miners' Federation.

Major COLFOX

Is it not a fact that pressure is continually being brought to bear upon certain workmen to compel them, against their will, to join the unions?

Mr. SPEAKER

That is not before the House.

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