HC Deb 10 March 1927 vol 203 c1384W
Mr. C. EDWARDS

asked the Secretary for Mines whether he is aware that 300 or more colliers have been restarted at the Risca collieries, Monmouthshire, without a single timberman or repairer being restarted; that this class of workmen are essential for keeping the roadways in repair and for ensuring reasonable freedom from falls of roof and sides, which accounts for so many accidents; and that a stoppage took place on Monday last, as a protest against these bad repairs and the general unsatisfactory state of the workings; and will he order a special examination of this colliery with a view to having these matters put right?

Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTER

A complaint in this matter was made to the Divisional Inspector of Mines on Monday last. It was investigated immediately, and such action as was found necessary was taken.

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