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Written question asked by John Marek (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 March 1997. It was answered by Gwilym Jones (Conservative) on Monday, 17 March 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.


Welsh Office

Question
If he will ensure that private companies carrying out negotiations relating to compensation for property purchased by CPO for trunk road improvements in Wales will be able to provide a full Welsh language service where it is required.
Answer

Dr. Marek: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will ensure that private companies carrying out negotiations relating to compensation for property purchased by compulsory purchase order for trunk road improvements in Wales will be able to provide a full Welsh language service where it is required. [20321] Mr. Jones: Yes. In line with the requirements of the Welsh Office Welsh language scheme, which came into effect on 13 January, contractors are bound by the terms of their contract to appropriately communicate in the medium of Welsh where it is relevant to the services they are providing for the Department.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
20321; 292 c441W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Construction Land Property transfer Wales Welsh language Roads Valuation