asked the Secretary of State for Energy (1) what was the total production by the National Coal Board of Welsh anthracite in 1984, 1985 and 1986, respectively; and what is the anticipated production in 1987;(2) what tonnages of Welsh anthracite were allocated for disposal to each National Coal Board region in 1984, 1985, 1986 and 1987, respectively;(3) what tonnage of Welsh anthracite was shipped to Northern Ireland in 1984, 1985 and 1986, respectively; and what is proposed to be shipped in 1987;(4) what tonnage of Welsh anthracite was exported in 1984, 1985 and 1986, respectively; and what exports are planned for 1987.

This information is not immediately available. I shall give my hon. Friend a fuller reply as soon as possible.