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Written question asked by Tim Loughton (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 November 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 December 1997. It was answered by Ron Davies (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 December 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, What proposals the Government intends to make to accommodate the concerns of the areas that voted no in the referendum on the Welsh Assembly proposal. (Failed OPQ).
Answer

Mr. Loughton: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what proposals the Government intend to make to accommodate the concerns of the areas that voted no in the referendum on the Welsh Assembly proposal. [17484] Mr. Ron Davies: I propose to set up an advisory group to assist me in preparing guidance to the Commission which, subject to the provisions of the Government of Wales Bill, will draw up the Assembly's first standing orders. The advisory group will include people from different political parties and individuals with expertise in a range of fields such as business, local government and the voluntary sector. There will be opportunities for organisations and individuals from all parts of Wales to put their views to the advisory group.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17484; 302 c267W
Session
1997-98
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Devolution Advisory services National Assembly for Wales Referendums Wales Standing orders
Legislation
Government of Wales Bill 1997/98