HC Deb 09 June 1999 vol 332 c359W
23. Mr. Barry Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many new jobs have been created in the most recent year for which figures are available; and if he will make a statement. [85178]

Mr. Hain

The unadjusted number of employee jobs in Wales increased by 11,100 (1.1 per cent.) between December 1997 and December 1998. It now stands at just over 1 million.

Following the transfer of functions, this issue will be a matter for the National Assembly.