HC Deb 18 January 2001 vol 361 c351W
Mr. Wyatt

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what discussions he has had with ASW/Co Steel with respect to(a) climate levy assistance, (b) rate reduction and (c) financial assistance. [146048]

Mr. Paul Murphy

I met representatives of the company in June 2000, when we discussed a range of issues, and I am aware of their concerns. I understand that the company has also had discussions with officials of the Department of Trade and Industry and of the National Assembly for Wales, who are responsible for rates and local government finance issues in Wales.