§ Mr. J. Griffithsasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many coalminers have been issued certificates of suspension under Section 9 (ii, b) of the Pneumoconiosis Scheme; how many of these cases are from South Wales; if he can state the average amount of compensation paid in these cases; and what steps are taken to place the men in alternative employment.
§ Mr. H. MorrisonThe number of such cases is 42, of which 10 are in South Wales. I regret that I have no information as to the average amount of compensation paid in these cases. The amount in each case depends on how soon the workman can find suitable alternative employment. I understand that everything possible is done by the Ministry of Labour and National Service to place them in such employment.