HC Deb 29 January 1962 vol 652 c57W
69 and 70. Mr. Mason

asked the Minister of Power (1) how many collieries have been closed since vesting day 1947 giving figures for respective areas for each year;

(2) how many coalminers have been affected by colliery closures since vesting day 1947; and what percentage were transferred to other collieries.

Mr. Wood

I am obtaining this information from the National Coal Board and will write to the hon. Member.