HC Deb 05 March 1998 vol 307 c734W
Mr. Wigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will set up an independent inquiry into allegations of irregularities in land deals at Merthyr Tydfil, involving the local authority, statutory agencies and private companies. [31402]

Mr. Ron Davies

This matter continues to be the subject of an inquiry by the District Auditor which is the proper course of action. My Department and the Welsh Development Agency, who have also asked their internal auditors to review their files, will offer whatever assistance is required by the District Auditor in pursuing her inquiry. The National Audit Office have been notified of the action taken. Relevant information has also been drawn to the attention of the Police.

Mr. Wigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received on allegations of irregularities on land deals at Merthyr Tydfil; and what action he has taken in respect of those representations. [31344]

Mr. Ron Davies

I refer the right hon. Member to the reply I gave to my hon. Friend the Member for Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney (Mr. Rowlands) on 18 February 1998,Official Report, column 674.