HC Deb 27 June 1973 vol 858 cc360-2W
Mr. Roy Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he has had any discussions with the Welsh Council about the future of the regional employment premiums; and what effect he anticipates it will have on the economy of Wales if it is withdrawn.

Mr. Peter Thomas

The council has already given me its views on the future of the premium. The effects of the phasing out of the premium will depend on the range of other regional measures in operation at the time.