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Coal Miners

Volume 106: debated on Thursday 16 May 1918

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asked the Minister of National Service if, in his calling up of miners, he has in mind the impending shortage of coal; and, if so, what methods does he propose to prevent a famine in fuel?

The Minister of National Service is glad to be able to assure my hon. Friend that the recruitment of coal miners has been adjusted in the closest co-operation with the Controller of Coal Mines, and the necessary steps are being taken to safeguard the output of coal.