§ Mr. Shinwellasked the Minister of Power what is the number of pits the National Coal Board propose to close in the next six months.
§ Mr. MarshBecause of the temporary deferments asked for by the Government, only 4 collieries are at present definitely due to close in the next six months. I would expect most of the 16 deferred and some of the 29 "in jeopardy" also to close within this period.