§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what considerations led him to require a charge to be paid by business people using the business contact service; what plans he has for introducing a freephone service for business people in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [15881]
§ Mr. HagueQuality of service, cost-effectiveness and ease of access to the local network of business information and advisory services were the main considerations behind the decision to adopt the 0345 local call rate system for business connect. This all-Wales service was launched in January and its operation will be kept under review.