§ Mr. Pentlandasked the Minister of Defence how many men of 18 to 30 years of age, who previous occupation was in the coal mining industry of Great Britain, have joined Her Majesty's forces during the years 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, and to the latest available date in 1961, stating each year and each divisional area of the National Coal Board, separately.
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§ Mr. WatkinsonI regret that the information required is not readily available and to provide it will entail a detailed check of recruiting records. This is being made but it is not expected to be completed before September. I will write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.