HC Deb 01 February 1972 vol 830 c87W
91. Mr. Ashton

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and industry what discussions he has had with the Chairman of the National Coal Board between 10th January and 1st February, 1972, on matters for which Her Majesty's Government are responsible.

Mr. John Davies

My hon. Friend the Minister for Industry met the Chairman of the National Coal Board to discuss matters of mutual interest on several occasions between these dates.