§ Mr. E. J. Williamsasked the Secretary for Mines, whether, in view of the serious effect of mining subsidence upon properties at Blaengarw and Pontycymmer, Glamorgan, and the financial loss sustained by owners and the local authority, he will institute an inquiry into the matter?
§ Captain CrookshankAs I informed the hon. Member on 1st June, there are no funds available for the payment of compensation in such cases. I cannot, therefore, see that any useful purpose would be served by holding an inquiry.