§ Mr. HANCOCKasked the Secretary for Mines, in reference to his reply to the hon. Member for the Consett Division (Mr. A. Williams) last Session, whether the promised Government Bill dealing with damage to houses and other buildings caused by subsidence in mining areas has been prepared; and, if so, when it is likely to be introduced?
§ Mr. BRIDGEMANIn the present state of business and the unsettled position of the mining industry, it has not been possible to put forward proposals for dealing with this complex subject, but it will receive further consideration at the earliest practicable date.