§ Mr. Forresterasked the Minister of Labour how many men are currently employed at pits in the North Staffordshire coalfield; how many were employed at the end of 1966, 1965, 1960, 1955 and 1950: and what is the estimated number who will be employed in 1970, 1972 and 1975.
§ Mr. Freeson:I have been asked to reply.
Statistics of employment at particular pits are obtained from the National Coal Board. and I am asking the Chairman to write to my hon. Friend.