HC Deb 28 February 1921 vol 138 cc1458-9W
Mr. SWAN

asked the Secretary for Mines (1) if he will make inquiries as to the normal requirements for household coal in the Westgate and St. John's dis- trict of Weardale, county of Durham; what quantity had been supplied to each station for that purpose between the period of 1st January and 18th February of this year;

(2) if he is aware that great complaints are being made by the people in Weardale, county Durham, that they are not able to get coals for household purposes; and will he take steps to get an adequate supply of coal to meet their needs?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

I would refer the hon. Member to my reply to his question X 133 of the 23rd instant. I am inquiring into the matter and will let the hon. Member know the result.