§ Mr. LEEasked the Minister of Labour whether steps have been taken to give effect to Section 18 of the Mining Industry Act as regards restricting the engagement in coal mines of persons from outside the industry?
§ Mr. BETTERTONYes, Sir; an undertaking was signed on 20th July by the Mining Association of Great Britain, and will come into operation on 1st August. The undertaking is as follows: