§ 64. Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he is aware that several small mineowners in North Staffordshire are so overstocked with coal that they are forced to reduce production; and if he will take urgent action to enable them to find markets so as to maintain full production from small mines.
§ Mr. Geoffrey LloydI have discussed this matter wtih the Chairman of the National Coal Board who has assured me that the Board will take action to assist the small mines so as to secure that these difficulties are speedily overcome.