§ 22. Mr. BOOTHBYasked the Secretary for Mines how many amalgamations have been carried out in the coal-mining industry since the passing of the Mining Industry Act, 1926; and whether he is satisfied with the progress made?
§ The SECRETARY for MINES (Commodore Douglas King)Such information as I have was given in answer to questions by the hon. Member for Leith on 13th and 21st December, and 21st February. As regards the last part of the question, there are so many negotiations in progress in the mining industry in regard to amalgamations, district combinations for sale purposes, etc., that I prefer not to express any opinion at the moment.