§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received about the employment implications of the closure of the Dairy Crest depot, Johnstown in Carmarthen; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsI have received a number of representations from individuals and organisations about the closure of the Dairy Crest plant in Johnstown. However, the closure of the plant, while regrettable, is a matter for the commercial judgment of Dairy Crest as part of a rationalisation programme to improve the productive and competitive performance of its cheese-making capacity.