HC Deb 01 December 1920 vol 135 cc1285-6W
Dr. MURRAY

asked the Secretary for Mines whether he is aware that in a Government publication entitled the "Future," issued in September, 1919, the State purchase of mineral rights was promised as part of the autumn programme of that year; and whether he can say when the pledge will be carried out?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

I would refer my hon. Friend to the reply to a similar question answered by the Prime Minister on the 1st November last. My right hon. Friend then expressed the hope that it may be possible to introduce a Bill early next Session.