§ Mr. E. J. Williamsasked the Minister of Labour what suggestions he has received for amending the list of reserved occupations in the mining industry; and what steps he proposes to take to improve the present position?
§ Mr. E. BrownThe entries in the Schedule of Reserved Occupations relating to occupations in the mining industry were reviewed in December last, when substantial changes were made, with the result that there is now a high degree of reservation in mining occupations. In consultation with my hon. Friend the Secretary for Mines, I have under consideration at the present time further suggestions for the amendment of the Schedule of Reserved Occupations in respect of a few other occupations in this industry.