36. Mr. Boardmanasked the Minister of Power if he is aware of the anomalies created by Section 3 of the Coal Industry Act, 1967, affecting miners over 60 years of age who were encouraged to accept redundancy or were declared redundant during the period when the Coal Industry Bill was in preparation; and if he will introduce amending legislation to ensure that all men over 60 years, redundant for purposes of economy or on account of pit closures shall benefit from Section 3 of the Act.
37. Mr. Boardmanasked the Minister of Power how many miners at Mosley Common Colliery, 60 years of age and over, were voluntarily declared redundant in an effort by the Coal Board to avoid closure of the pit.
§ Mr. MasonThis is a matter for the National Coal Board and I am asking the Chairman to write to the hon. Member.