HC Deb 08 April 1936 vol 310 cc2788-9W
Mr. E. J. WILLIAMS

asked the Secretary for Mines whether the inquiry into safety in mines has yet terminated its work; and what steps he proposes to take upon this vital matter to the miners of Britain?

Captain CROOKSHANK

The answer to the first part of the question is in the negative, and the second part, therefore, does not arise yet.

Mr. HOLLAND

asked the Secretary for Mines whether any provisions have been made by regulations regarding the number of times the cage shall travel a given distance in any specified time; and will he consider dealing with the speeding-up methods adopted by many collieries in the process of winding coal, which is proving a matter of danger to the men so employed?

Captain CROOKSHANK

The answer to the first part of the question is "No." With regard to the second part, I am not clear as to what persons it is suggested are endangered, but I shall be glad to inquire into any cases brought to my notice.