§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will introduce specific measures to alleviate the effects of redundancy upon the workers recently declared redundant by Denis Ferranti Meters at its factory in Gwynedd; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntIn July of last year we announced a substantial package of measures to help unemployed people back into work. This includes expert advice, help in looking for a job, extra training and a new work experience programme through employment action. This new package, together with other measures already in place, amounts to the most comprehensive set of programmes we have ever had to alleviate unemployment and help those who have lost their jobs.
In addition my Department, the Welsh Development Agency and other Government agencies also operate a wide range of other measures aimed at combating unemployment. The Welsh Office and all the other bodies will continue to look for, and respond swiftly to, development opportunities that arise which have the potential to reduce unemployment.