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Written question asked by Rhodri Morgan (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 October 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 4 November 1998. It was answered by Alun Michael (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 November 1998 on behalf of the Welsh Office.


Welsh Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, to comment on progress in securing European structural funds support for Wales. (Failed OPQ).
Answer

Mr. Rhodri Morgan: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on progress in securing European structural funds support for Wales. [56585] Mr. Michael: The Office for National Statistics published on 22 October GDP figures for the areas in Wales known by the Eurostat classification NUTS 2. The figures indicate that the West Wales and the Valleys NUTS 2 area should meet the criterion for Objective 1 as currently proposed by the Commission.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
56585; 318 c609W
Session
1997-98
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
EU grants and loans Wales