HC Deb 21 March 1939 vol 345 c1102
22. Mr. Robert Gibson (for Mr. E. J. Williams)

asked the Secretary for Mines whether a coal controller has yet been appointed, and if so, can he state his name, age, qualifications, and whether any salary or retainer is paid?

Mr. Cross

No, Sir. In time of emergency this is the function of the Mines Department.