§ Mr. Gwilym Robertsasked the Secretary of State for Wales what reductions have taken place in the statistical services available to his Department; what statistics previously available will either (a) no longer be available, or (b) be available in a modified form; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsWelsh Office statistical services were examined as part of the Rayner investigation into the Government statistical service. The recommendations, all of which have been accepted, are contained in the report of the investigating officer entitled "Review of Government Statistical Services, Welsh Office Study". A copy of this report is available in the Library.