HC Deb 31 October 1939 vol 352 c1776W
Mr. W. Joseph Stewart

asked the Secretary for. Mines what precautions are being taken by his Department and the mines inspectors to protect the shafts of collieries situated on the Durham coast in the event of air-raids?

Mr. Lloyd

Appropriate precautions are being taken, including where necessary the inter-connection of neighbouring mines and the provision of auxiliary winding gear.