HC Deb 09 December 1985 vol 88 c424W
Mr. Mason

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will introduce legislation providing notification by the National Coal Board of undermining operations affecting property owners.

Mr. David Hunt

Provision for this is made under the Coal Industry Act 1975.

Mr. Mason

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will introduce legislation requiring the National Coal Board to make good subsidence damage; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. David Hunt

Provision for this is made under the Coal Mining (Subsidence) Act 1957 and the Coal Industry Act 1975.