§ Mr. Ray Powellasked the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to reduce the level of unemployment in (a) the Port Talbot travel-to-work area, (b) the Bridgend and Maesteg areas and (c) the rest of Wales.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsThe Government's economic policies are designed to strengthen all sectors of the economy and provide secure employment opportunities throughout Wales. The SDA status of the Port Talbot travel-to-work area and the activities of my Department and the Welsh Development Agency will continue to provide incentives to new investment and job creation in the area.