§ Mr. Simon ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the findings of the Prince's Trust report, "Mapping Disadvantage: Young People who need help in England and Wales"; and if he will make a statement. [156352]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyLead responsibility for promoting the welfare of children in Wales rests with the National Assembly for Wales. The Assembly is committed to improving the health and well-being of children and to protecting them from abuse and neglect. The work of the Prince's Trust, in identifying areas in Wales where young people need the most help provides an additional and valuable source of information to assist the Assembly in its work.