HC Deb 02 November 1992 vol 213 c32W
Mr. Madden

To ask the Prime Minister how many letters he has received since 15 October concerning the coal industry; how many supported pit closures; how many opposed pit closures; how many telephone calls concerning the coal industry were made to his office; how many callers supported pit closures; and how many opposed pit closures.

The Prime Minister

[holding answer 29 October 1992]: I have received a substantial number of representations about the coal industry.

Mr. Austin Mitchell

To ask the Prime Minister if he will make it his policy to take advantage of the provisions of article XIX of GAT to impose restrictions on imports of coal causing serious injury to domestic producers.

The Prime Minister

[holding answer 29 October 1992]: The hon. Member will be aware that the President of the Board of Trade is now reviewing these matters.