§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment when he expects to make an announcement on the redundant mineworkers' payments scheme arising from discussions between officials from his Department and the Department of Energy.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerI have been asked to reply.
Discussions between officials on the effect of restart on beneficiaries under the redundant mineworkers payments scheme are proceeding urgently. I hope it will be possible to reach conclusions shortly.