§ Mr. Swainasked the Minister of Power if he will give details of the payments under Section 5 of the Coal Industry Act, 1967; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreesonNo payments have yet been made under Section 5 of the Act. The detailed arrangements for assessing the losses incurred by the National Coal Board are under discussion with the Board. The provisions required will be presented to the House in the Estimates in due course.
§ Mr. Swainasked the Minister of Power if he will give a detailed breakdown of the benefits paid under Section 3 of the Coal Industry Act, 1967; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreesonAs soon as the details of the Scheme are settled after discussion with the unions, the draft Regulations will be laid before Parliament.