HC Deb 20 June 1939 vol 348 c2028W
Mr. Day

asked the Secretary for Mines whether he will state the estimated amount paid by colliery owners in Great Britain in royalties and wayleaves, including the rental value of freehold minerals where worked by the proprietors, for the 12 months ended to the last convenient date?

Mr. Lloyd

During the year ended 31st March, 1939, the estimated amount paid by colliery owners in Great Britain in royalties and wayleaves (including the rental value of freehold minerals where worked by the proprietor) was £5,085,000.