HC Deb 08 August 1947 vol 441 c210W
Mr. D. J. Williams

asked the Minister of Labour how many vacancies exist for coalface workers in South Wales.

Mr. Ness Edwards

I am informed by the National Coal Board that immediate vacancies exist in South Wales for 799 juveniles, 215 inexperienced adults and 820 experienced workers and that vacancies for a further 666 juveniles, 240 inexperienced adults and 566 experienced workers are expected during the next three months.