HC Deb 23 October 1992 vol 212 c420W
Mr. Mike O'Brien

To ask the President of the Board of Trade in what circumstances funds from the British Coal pension scheme may be used for expenditure incurred in connection with pit closure other than payments for the exclusive benefit of retired and serving miners.

Mr. Eggar

[holding answer 22 October 1992]: This is a matter for the trustees of the British Coal pension schemes.