§ 51. Lieut.-Commander AGNEWasked the Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence whether, in view of the difficulty during times of national emergency in maintaining sufficient importations, he is having regard to the importance of the continuance of the metalliferous mining industry in Great Britain?
§ Sir T. INSKIPMy hon. and gallant Friend may be sure that the importance of this industry will not be overlooked.
§ Lieut.-Commander AGNEWWill the right hon. Gentleman support the Secretary of State for the Colonies in working for the continuity of enterprise and employment which only the tin restriction scheme can give in that industry?
§ Mr. SHINWELLWill the right hon. Gentleman take into account the importance of the development of our mineral resources other than coal?
§ Sir T. INSKIPMy answer shows that that is already, and will be, under my consideration.