§ Mr. MorganTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what consultations he has had with the chairman of the Welsh Development Agency concerning the decision-making process on the Euro-freight terminal; if he will list each of the consultancy firms which have been or are currently contracted to carry out studies in relation to its feasibility; and if he will make a statement. [12442]
§ Mr. HagueI regularly meet the chairman of the agency to discuss a wide range of issues. My officials dealing with the freight terminal are maintaining close contact with the agency.
600WMy Department has not employed any consultants. The agency has employed three consultants:
- Formerly: Touche Ross and Coopers and Lybrand
- Currently: Price Waterhouse
The general position regarding the proposed freight terminals is as stated in my answer to the hon. Member for Caerphilly (Mr. Davies) on 22 January, Official Report, column 4.