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Written question asked by Keith Vaz (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 June 1997. It was answered by Ron Davies (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 June 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.


Welsh Office

Question
If Wales will have the option of setting its own minimum wage following devolution.
Answer

Mr. Vaz: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if Wales will have the option of setting its own minimum wage following devolution. [1809] Mr. Ron Davies: Our plans for a Welsh Assembly do not entail its having powers of primary legislation. On this and other issues, it would operate within the statutory framework applying to the whole of England and Wales.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1809; 295 c128W
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Devolved matters Devolution Minimum wage Wales