§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the future of the coal industry in Wales. [33527]
§ Mr. HainThe Government are currently undertaking a full review of energy policy including the position of coal within it. The future of the Welsh coal industry depends on a number of factors, including the ability to compete and the availability of markets. These issues were considered at the Coal Workshop in Cardiff last December, the report of which will be issued for comment shortly.