HC Deb 25 February 2002 vol 380 cc704-5W
Mr. Llwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make representations to the Office for National Statistics to increase the frequency of preparing figures on productivity and economic indicators for Wales. [32228]

Mr. Paul Murphy

No. The Office for National Statistics is actively working to improve the quality and timeliness of economic estimates for Wales. They are liaising closely with the National Assembly to take account of the particular needs of Wales and to help inform the National Assembly's economic development strategy.