HC Deb 20 February 1961 vol 635 c27
42. Mr. Ridley

asked the Minister of Power, what is the accumulated revenue deficit of the National Coal Board to date.

Mr. Wood

The accumulated deficit was £63.5 million at 30th June, 1960. Figures for the Board's accounting year ending 31st December, 1960, will be available when the Accounts are published.

Mr. Ridley

Can my right hon. Friend give an assurance that he will not agree to his right hon. and learned Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer putting this burden on the shoulders of the taxpayer at any stage?

Mr. Wood

My hon. Friend had better direct his Question to my right hon. and learned Friend.

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