§ Mr. Pawseyasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will estimate the number of jobs in other industries and services which will be created as a result of the proposed development of the south Warwickshire coalfield.
§ Mr. David HuntThe National Coal Board recently released to local authorities a consultation document, "The South Warwickshire Prospect," which outlined its proposals for a new mine to exploit the coalfield. The board has estimated that the construction of the mine would provide up to 700 jobs and that, when in production, the mine would employ a work force of about 1,800. Whilst it is difficult to estimate the secondary effects on employment, it is clear that, if approved, the proposed development would directly and indirectly generate demands on other industries and services.