§ Mr. Andersonasked the Secretary of State for Wales how many members of the Welsh Council reside in East Monmouthshire; and if he will appoint additional members from that area.
§ Mr. George ThomasOne member of the Welsh Council resides in East Monmouthshire. I have no plans to increase the membership of the Welsh Council but should such an occasion arise members will be appointed for the contribution they can make to the work of the Council and not on a basis of residence in a particular locality.