HC Deb 17 November 1936 vol 317 cc1475-6
2. Mr. W. JOSEPH STEWART

asked the Secretary for Mines the number of collieries closed in Durham since 1930; the names of the collieries and where situated; and the number of men directly affected?

Captain CROOKSHANK

Since 1st January, 1930, 51 pits in Durham employing 10 or more men each and in the aggregate 8,721 men, have been closed and not re-opened. I am sending the hon. Member a detailed list.

Mr. BATEY

Can the Minister tell us what steps have been taken to find work for these 8,000 men?