asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he will state, in respect of the coal mine operated by Mianrai, Teo., at Ballingarry (1) the present daily output of coal; (2) when it is expected the estimated output of 100 tons per day will be reached; (3) the number of workers employed; (4) the total sum already advanced to the company for the development of this mine, and (5) the amount remaining unexpended of the £38,000 provided by the Minerals Company (Amendment) Act, 1950.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Ballingarry Coal Mine.
The information sought by the Deputy is as follows:—
(1) The present daily output of coal at the coal mine operated by Mianraí, Teoranta, at Ballingarry is 50 tons;
(2) it is expected that the estimated output of 100 tons per day will be reached by September, 1951;
(3) the number of workers employed is 150;
(4) the total sum already advanced to the company for the development of this mine is £65,090;
(5) the amount remaining unexpended of the £38,000 provided by the Minerals Company (Amendment) Act, 1950, is £15,630.