Q11. Mr. Bob Brownasked the Prime Minister whether he is satisfied that sufficient consultations take place between the National Coal Board, regional planning councils, the Board of Trade- and the Department of Economic Affairs, pending pit closures, in order that adequate preparation can be made for the provision of alternative employment for men not reabsorbed in coalmining; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterYes. My hon. Friend will be aware of the announcement made on this question on 29th September, 1967. It is my belief that these arrangements are working effectively.