HC Deb 11 February 1969 vol 777 c258W
51. Mr. Scott-Hopkins

asked the Minister of Power what instructions he has now given the Inspectorate of Mines regarding the inspection of tailing lagoons and settling ponds of quarries in the interests of safety.

Mr. Mason

H.M. Inspectors of Mines and Quarries are now inspecting the tailings lagoons and settling ponds of quarries as though the Mines and Quarries (Tips) Bill were already law.