§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is his current estimate of the number employed in defence establishments in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [45004]
§ Mr. SpellarThe most recent date for which comprehensive figures are available is 1 July 1997. At that time, the number employed in defence establishment in Wales was 8,450. Of these, 3,350 were service personnel and 5,100 were civilians.