§ 40. Mr. TINKERasked the Secretary for Mines if he is now in a position to make a further statement on the explosion which took place at Bickershaw Collieries, Plank Lane, Leigh, on 30th April, causing the death of five persons; and if it is his intention to hold an inquiry in accordance with Clause 83 of the Mines Act, 1911?
§ The SECRETARY for MINES (Mr. Ernest Brown)I have asked to be furnished with a full report of the proceedings at the inquest, which is to be resumed on 14th May; and as soon as I have that report I will consider carefully whether or not a further public inquiry should be held. In the meantime, I am not in a position to make any further statement.