Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Monday, 12 January 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 January 1998. It was answered by Ron Davies (Labour) on Thursday, 15 January 1998 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, what advice he sought, and from whom, following representations received relating to the conduct of the count of the Welsh referendum. - Letter in Library Dep 3/5827).

Answer: Mr. Ancram: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what advice he sought, and from whom, following representations received relating to the conduct of the count of the Welsh referendum. [23157] Mr. Ron Davies: I became aware of concerns in my constituency capacity in respect of the count in Caerphilly County Borough. I asked the Counting Officer to consider these and advise me of the outcome. He replied on 29 September. A copy of his letter has been placed in the Library of the House. I have received no other representations on this matter.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 23157; 304 c253W;304 c249W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Administration Devolution Elections Referendums Wales Ballot papers