HC Deb 22 July 1965 vol 716 c250W
36. Mr. William Hamilton

asked the President of the Board of Trade, following the capital reconstruction of the coal industry, what new steps he intends to take to ensure that new industry is steered into those areas in which the closure of coal mines is likely to be expedited.

Mr. Jay

As soon as prospective pit closures are notified to the Board of Trade, we take these into account in all aspects of our distribution of industry policy. The Government are now in consultation with the National Coal Board about its future plans.