asked the Minister for Transport and Power if he is aware of a reduction in the numbers employed in a number of collieries at present; and what action he proposes to deal with the situation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Employment in Collieries.
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I understand that there has been a falling off in the demand for anthracite in this country and abroad and that the Irish anthracite producers have been experiencing difficulty in disposing of their production. The Buy Irish Committee have been in consultation with the producers and the coal trade in the matter.
I have now been approached by the Irish Anthracite Producers' Association in the matter and I am investigating the position to see what remedial measures can be taken.