HC Deb 27 February 1947 vol 433 c336W
97. Mr. N. Macpherson

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether the committee of inquiry into the metalliferous resources of this country has yet reported on the reopening of the Wanlockhead lead mines; what was the gist of their report; and what decision he has reached upon their recommendations.

Mr. Shinwell

No, Sir. The inquiry by the Mineral Development Committee, which covers a wide field in the United Kingdom, is still in progress, and I am not yet in a position to say when their final report is likely to be expected.