§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what consultations he has had with the First Secretary concerning the level of applications for apprenticeships in small and medium sized enterprises in Alyn and Deeside;and if he will make a statement. [137013]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyI have regular discussions with the First Minister on a range of topics, including the demand for apprenticeships in North Wales. However, I understand that information is not held centrally on the level of applications to small and medium sized enterprises in Alyn and Deeside.