§ Mr. Urwinasked the President of the Board of Trade how many new jobs will require to be provided for displaced miners in the constituency of Houghton-le-Spring as a result of the Government's fuel policy; what additional steps he will take to create new employment opportunities; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. DarlingThe problems of areas affected by colliery closures, including the constituency of Houghton-le-Spring, are kept under review by my Department in consultation with the other Departments concerned. I am prepared to use my powers under the Local Employment Acts to help to provide any additional new employment opportunities which may be required.