HC Deb 23 May 1978 vol 950 cc493-4W
Mr. Stephen Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Energy (1) whether, in view of oil pollution threats to the natural environment, he considers it advisable to total manpower employed by the National Coal Board; and what was the figure in the same month in 1977.

Mr. Eadie

This is a matter for the National Coal Board, and I am asking the chairman to write to my hon. Friend.

Mr. George Grant

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what vacancies exist in the coal mining industry in each area of the National Coal Board.

Mr. Eadie

This is a matter for the National Coal Board, and I am asking the chairman to write to my hon. Friend.