§ Mr. Barry Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many bankruptcies have occurred in 170W Wales in each year from 1979 to 1986; if he will specify the size of the firms concerned, showing those employing (a) less than 20 workers, (b) between 20 and 50 workers, (c) between 50 and 100 workers and (d) over 100 workers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Howard[pursuant to his reply, 24 November; col. 8.]: The number of bankruptcies in Wales in each year from 1979 to 1986 is given in the table below. No records are kept of the numbers of employees of individuals and partnerships declared bankrupt.
Year Number 1979 203 1980 231 1981 306 1982 334 1983 419 1984 547 1985 444 19861 352 1to September.