HC Deb 18 January 1982 vol 16 cc1-13
Mr. Ioan Evans

On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. The appearance on the Order Paper of a question about the recent weather in Wales might have had some influence on whether there was to be a statement on the matter. However, the hon. Member who tabled the question is not in the Chamber. In view of the serious situation in Wales, will the Secretary of State confirm that he intends to make a statement later?

Mr. Speaker

There are two questions about the weather in Wales which could go rather wide. The hon. Member who tabled the question referred to may well arrive by the time that question is reached.

Several Hon. Members

rose

Mr. Abse

On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. Given the appalling conditions that have existed in Wales and the appalling industrial, social and personal consequences, we are all astonished that the Minister has not come forward with a statement. Since the Minister has been so sluggish, could not question No. 11 be taken at the end of Question Time—since the hon. Gentleman who tabled it is not yet in his place and this is an important matter—so that we can discuss the serious situation?

Several Hon. Members

rose

Mr. Speaker

Order. May I point out that such points of order are taking up the time allotted to other hon. Members, who are entitled to have answered the questions they have on the Order Paper?

Mr. Ray Powell

Further to that point of order—

Mr. Speaker

Order. I am not taking further points of order on that subject.

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  1. Pupil-Teacher Ratios 150 words
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  3. House Building 697 words
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  5. Secondary Schools (Pupil Achievements) 347 words
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  7. Unemployment Statistics 1,251 words
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  9. Coalmine (Margam) 267 words
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  11. Area Health Authorities 244 words
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  13. Rate Support Grant 888 words
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  15. Holiday Homes 261 words
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  19. Weather Damage 1,191 words