§ Mr. Hoosonasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what steps he has taken to initiate mineral surveys in the Principality of Wales; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Goronwy RobertsMuch work has already been done on the survey of mineral resources in Wales, particularly with regard to the coalfields. The routine activities of the Geological Survey of Great Britain, which currently include 6-inch geological mapping in Cardigan and Montgomery, continue. The Natural Environment Research Council stand ready to provide professional advice and assistance in appropriate cases.