HC Deb 23 July 1996 vol 282 c271W
Mr. Barry Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is his policy concerning the future of public library services. [38826]

Mr. Gwilym Jones

I refer the hon. Member to the reply given to the hon. Member for Eastbourne (Mr. Waterson) on 18 December 1995,Official Report, column 852, by my right hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for National Heritage. The policy paper on the Government's continuing review of public libraries will be published as soon as practicable.

Mr. Barry Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many people are currently employed in the public library services in Wales. [38827]

Mr. Gwilym Jones

A total of 1,184 people were employed in public libraries services in Wales on 31 March 1995—the most recent figures held centrally.