§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales what estimate he has made of the number of jobs likely to be created in Wales as the result of the measures announced in the Budget speech; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsThe Budget proposals will substantially improve the prospect for jobs in Wales, as in the country as a whole. How many jobs are created will depend on the extent to which people take advantage of the opportunities which the Budget offers.