HC Deb 01 March 1996 vol 272 c764W
Mr. Llwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what was the total cost of the package offered by his Department to Chungwha Picture Tubes; and if he will make a statement. [17733]

Mr. Gwilym Jones

The potential package of support discussed with the company, the detail of which must remain confidential, was the best that could be made available for the location in Wales considered by the company.

Mr. Llwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales when his Department was informed that Chungwha Picture Tubes would not be investing in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [17740]

Mr. Jones

The company's position became clear at the end of August last year. Whilst the project will not be going ahead in Wales, I am delighted that the United Kingdom, rather than one of our other competitors for inward investment, will benefit from this investment.