HC Deb 07 November 1973 vol 863 c182W
Mr. Edwin Wainwright

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on his future policy for the coal mining industry.

Mr. Tom Boardman

As my right hon. Friend informed the hon. Member for South Ayrshire (Mr. Sillars) on 2nd November, he will make a statement at the conclusion of his discussions with the National Coal Board.