§ Mr. Barry Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement concerning the White Paper "Lifting the Burden" and its potential impact upon Wales.
§ Mr. Wyn RobertsThe White Paper "Lifting the Burden" (Cmnd. 9571) is the Government's response to the report "Burdens on Business" published earlier this year. That report showed that Government requirements impose real costs on business which can inhibit development and growth. While the White Paper recognises the important role that statutory requirements and regulations have in the protection of workers, consumers and the general public unnecessary constraints act as a brake on enterprise and the creation of jobs and wealth. The removal of such constraints will allow firms, and especially small firms, to release scarce resources to help the development and expansion of their business with consequent benefits to the economies of both Wales and the United Kingdom.