HC Deb 27 November 1997 vol 301 c638W
Mr. Barry Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on assistance for the coal industry in Wales. [17638]

Mr. Hain

I am holding a workshop with a wide range of organisations on 5 December to discuss development opportunities for the Welsh coal industry to which I attach great importance. The outcome of this will be carefully considered.