§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Industry whether difficulties over mineral rights affect tin operations in Cornwall; and if he will introduce legislation to resolve the problems involved.
§ Mr. MacGregorI am aware that there are mineral rights difficulties in Cornwall, but legislation in the form of the Mines (Working Facilities and Support) Act 1966 already exists and I have not received convincing evidence to show that this Act is unsatisfactory.