HC Deb 26 April 1928 vol 216 c1069
42. Mr. KELLY

asked the Secretary for Mines how many qualified mining engineers with underground experience are now employed by his Department as mine surveyors apart from the inspection staff?

The SECRETARY for MINES (Commodore Douglas King)

One

Mr. KELLY

Is that one engaged in the Mines Department, or is he in the country at the present time?

Commodore KING

He is engaged in the Department.