HC Deb 08 July 1931 vol 254 cc2080-1
48. Mr. KELLY

asked the Secretary for Mines whether the catalogue of abandoned mines is now complete for each area of the country?

Mr. SHINWELL

Yes, Sir, the fifth and final volume was published in May. Supplements, to keep the volumes up to date, will be published annually.

Mr. KELLY

I take it that these are available for any hon. Member who desires to consult this catalogue?

Mr. SHINWELL

I understand that they will be shortly available in the Library.

Sir HENRY BETTERTON

Does this catalogue include non-ferrous mines as well as coal mines?

Mr. SHINWELL

I must have notice of that question.

Mr. C. WILLIAMS

Can the Secretary for Mines say how many mines have been abandoned during the last two years?

Mr. SHINWELL

The hon. Member will be able to get that information when the catalogue is available.