HC Deb 05 December 1967 vol 755 cc255-6W
49. Mr. Milne

asked the Minister of Power what special duties will be allocated to the extra members of the National Coal Board due to be appointed under the terms of the Coal Industry Bill

Mr. Freeson

If Parliament approves the increase in the size of the National Coal Board, the intention is that some members shall have special regional responsibilities. The precise allocation of duties between members is, of course, for the Board to decide.

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