§ 19. Mr. BATEYasked the President of the Board of Trade what steps the Government propose to take in regard to the hours and wages in the coal industry?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI hope to be in a position to make a statement within the next few days.
§ Mr. BATEYIf a question is put down on Monday next, will the Minister be able to make a statement then?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANIf the hon. Member puts down a question for Thursday, I hope to be able to give a reply then.
§ Mr. GODFREY NICHOLSONCan the right hon. Gentleman give any indication of when the Bill will be brought in?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANNo, I am afraid I cannot anticipate the statement which will be made on Thursday.