§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will issue a circular to local authorities in Wales requesting that each authority draw up an action plan for the recognition and use of the Welsh language in its area of competence, and for ensuring that consideration of the wellbeing of the language is a factor considered when decisions are taken in matters which could have an impact on the language.
§ Mr. John MorrisIt is for local authorities to decide their own language policies. Advice to local authorities on the use of the Welsh language is contained in Welsh Office circular 82/69, which is still operative. The hon. Member will be glad to know that I intend soon to publish the recent report by the Council for the Welsh Language on which I hope there will be a full public discussion.