§ 16. Mr. Geraint HowellsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the progress of consultations on the introduction of a new Welsh Language Act.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsMy right hon. Friend awaits the formal outcome of the consultation exercise, which the Welsh Language Board has been conducting on its legislative proposals. The board is now considering the results of this. It will present its conclusion to my right hon. Friend in due course.
§ 28. Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received concerning the need for a new Welsh Language Act; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsThe Welsh Office has received a number of representations from individuals and organisations about Welsh language legislation. This issue is currently being considered by the Welsh Language Board. My right hon. Friend will consider very carefully any specific proposals it puts to him.