§ Ann ClwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what assessment he has made of operation of the Welsh Office Overseas Trade Services section; and if he will make a statement. [5696]
§ Mr. Hain[holding answer 27 June 1997]: I have recently reviewed the services and work of the Overseas Trade Services in the Welsh Office. My officials are also ensuring that they keep in close touch with the review being carried out by the national export forum. The 40W recently formed International Business Services in Wales Steering Group will keep under the review the services provided in Wales to firms wishing to enter the export market.