§ Mr. William Hamiltonasked the Minister of Power how many pit closures in Scotland have been delayed as a result of recent policy decisions by the Government; and whether he will consider further delaying such closures until such time as adequate alternative employment opportunities are available.
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§ Mr. MarshClosure of six collieries in Scotland has been temporarily deferred. Each will be discussed between the National Coal Board and the Chairman of the Regional Economic Planning Council against the background of local employment prospects before a closure date is finally settled.