Coal Industry Act 1994 (Hansard, 18 July 1994)

HC Deb 18 July 1994 vol 247 c22W 22W

§ Mr. Tipping
To ask the President of the Board of Trade what is the purpose of the reception to mark the Royal Assent to the Coal Industry Act 1994 on 19 July; who has been invited to this event; and what is its total cost.

§ Mr. Eggar
The reception on 19 July is to mark the Royal Assent to the Coal Industry Act 1994 and to thank many of those who have been involved in its passage. Those invited include hon. Members who served on the Standing Committee, including the hon. Gentleman, and others who worked on the Bill. The total cost is expected to be around £1,000.