§ 110. Mr. Eadieasked the Minister of Power what plans he has for discussions with the National Union of Mineworkers in the light of his recent announcement dealing with graduated pensions.
§ Mr. FreesonThe National Union of Mineworkers were informed of the Government proposals through the National Coal Board (in accordance with normal procedure on pension matters). As my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Services told the House on 10th June—[Vol. 784, c. 1240]—there is still ample time for consultation on matters affecting members of contracted out pensions schemes.