§ Mr. D. E. Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement regarding the arrangements made to represent specifically Welsh interests within the EEC.
§ Mr. John MorrisI myself visited the Commission in July for wide-ranging discussions on matters of specific interest to Wales. Officials in my Department are also in regular and close contact with Brussels.
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§ Mr. D. E. Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has made to the Commissioner responsible for regional policy in the EEC.
§ Mr. John MorrisIn discussion with Mr. Thomson I have emphasised the problems we face in Wales and the importance we attach to effective regional policies.
§ Mr. D. E. Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Wales how much regional aid Wales will receive from the EEC during the current financial year and next year, respectively.
§ Mr. John MorrisThis will depend on decisions which have yet to be taken by the Council of Ministers on the proposed regional development fund.