HC Deb 17 March 1997 vol 292 c441W
Dr. Marek

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will ensure that private companies carrying out negotiations relating to compensation for property purchased by compulsory purchase order for trunk road improvements in Wales will have a detailed knowledge of the north Wales property market. [20322]

Mr. Gwilym Jones

Yes.

Dr. Marek

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will ensure that private companies carrying out negotiations relating to compensation for property purchased by compulsory purchase order for trunk road improvements in Wales will be able to provide a full Welsh language service where it is required. [20321]

Mr. Jones

Yes. In line with the requirements of the Welsh Office Welsh language scheme, which came into effect on 13 January, contractors are bound by the terms of their contract to communicate appropriately in the medium of Welsh where it is relevant to the services they are providing for the Department.