HC Deb 18 August 1919 vol 119 cc1962-3W
Sir PARK GOFF

asked the Home Secretary if he has administrative power to bring the ironstone miners within the terms of the First Report of the Sankey Commission; and, if so, does he propose to take action at an early date?

Mr. SHORTT

If the hon. Member refers to the reduction of hours of work recommended by the Commission for coal-miners, I have no power to do this. Legislation would be required.