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Written question asked by Lord Mason of Barnsley (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Drayson (Labour) on Monday, 4 December 2006.


World War II: Conscripted Coal Miners

Question
asked Her Majesty's Government:Which departments are involved in the consideration of some form of recognition for the conscripted coal miners who served in the mines during the Second World War; and when the report is expected.
Answer

To date, consultation on the possibility of some form of further recognition for the conscripted coal miners has involved the Department of Trade and Industry, the Home Office and the Cabinet Office. We will make an announcement on the outcome of these deliberations in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
228; 687 c113-4WA
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Coal Mining National service World War II
Link
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