HC Deb 27 February 1947 vol 433 c326W
98. Mr. Alpass

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power in view of the fact that the survey taken in the North Somerset and Bristol area proved that a large amount of virgin coal awaits development in that locality, what steps the National Coal Board propose to take to secure it for the use of the community.

Mr. Shinwell

The National Coal Board are reviewing, in the light of the regional survey reports, the possibilities of early development in various areas, including North Somerset and Bristol.

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