§ Mr. D. GRAHAMasked the Minister of Labour whether she is aware that a large number of collieries are being closed in Lanarkshire for what is described as an indefinite time; whether she has received any information as to the reasons and the length of time it is intended to keep the collieries closed; and whether, as this is the usual holiday period in that area which normally applies only for a few days, any decision has been reached as to whether the persons affected will qualify for benefit from the date on which the collieries are closed?
§ Mr. LAWSONThe information asked for is stated to relate to a large number of collieries, and it must therefore take 1961W some little time to complete the necessary inquiries. I will let my hon. Friend know the result as soon as possible.