§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with the First Secretary concerning the state of the Welsh economy; and if he will make a statement. [116231]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyI have regular meetings with the First Secretary and discuss a range of issues.
It is the sound policies of this Government that continue to build on our growing economy. The Budget is excellent news for the Welsh economy and will see Wales benefiting from increased spending on a number of valuable services. The health service in Wales will get an extra £99 million in 2000–01 from the Budget. Additionally, Wales will get a £50 million share for education and around £9.1 million for transport.