HC Deb 29 January 1974 vol 868 cc76-7W
Q16. Mr. Goronwy Roberts

asked the Prime Minister if he will define the responsibilities of the Secretary of State for Wales in respect of local government.

The Prime Minister

My right hon. and learned Friend's responsibilities include the local government functions which are exercised in England by my right hon. and learned Friend the Secretary of State for the Environment, who however remains responsible, in consultation with my right hon. and learned Friend, for the making of major regulations and other instruments affecting England and Wales as a whole.