§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many sheltered workshops are currently being run in Wales by local authorities; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntThere are 10 sheltered workshops currently being run in Wales by local authorities. A further workshop is run by a voluntary body acting as an agent for a local authority.
Provision of sheltered employment is primarily a matter for my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Employment.