§ Mr. LlwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what current plans there are to introduce new telecommunications infrastructure, with particular reference to the provision of fibre optics, into the whole of Wales; and if he will make a statement. [14550]
§ Mr. HainInfrastructure investment is a matter for telecommunication companies. Nevertheless Welsh Office officials regularly meet telecommunication infrastructure providers to encourage the expansion and upgrading of the network throughout Wales. Support is also given to initiatives being driven forward by local authorities and development agencies which aim to improve the telecommunications infrastructure.