HC Deb 18 December 1997 vol 303 c304W
20. Mr. Baldry

To ask the President of the Board of Trade when she last met the chairman of RJB Mining plc. [19888]

Mr. Battle

As the Minister responsible for energy matters, I have met with the Chairman and Executives of RJB Mining plc on a number of occasions and will continue to do so as I see necessary. I last formally met Mr. Budge on Thursday 11 December. My officials maintain close contact with the company also.