HC Deb 06 March 1945 vol 408 cc1829-30W
Mr. Bernard Taylor

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he will give the number of man shifts lost, and the loss in coal production, in the North Midland region owing to shortage of wagons during the months of January and February, 1945; and will he give each month's figures separately.

Mr. T. Smith

There were considerable losses of production in the North Midland region during January and February due to transport difficulties and shortage of wagons. The transport situation was, of course, affected by the long spell of severe weather. My right hon. Friend will be publishing regional statistics of tonnage lost from all causes in the forthcoming statistical digest, which will include figures for the first quarter of 1945.