§ Mr. LlwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will list the origins of foreign investment in Wales in each of the last 10 years. [135228]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyThe information requested is in the table.
Deeside, with particular reference to small and medium-sized enterprises; and if he will make a statement. [137012]
§ Mr. HansonMy right hon. Friend and I have regular discussions with the First Secretary about a range of matters, including the skills requirements of businesses in particular localities.
Training and Enterprise Councils (TECs) are currently responsible for assessing the skill needs of employers in their areas—including small and medium-sized enterprises, and for working with local authorities and others to promote local action to meet those needs. I understand that the National Assembly is supporting this process through commissioning research under the Future Skills Wales study, which provides information on skill needs at TEC area and local authority level. From April 2001, the responsibility for analysing and addressing local skill needs will fall to regional offices of the Council for Education and Training in Wales.