Written question asked by Denzil Davies (Labour) on Wednesday, 5 April 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 April 2000. It was answered by Lord Murphy of Torfaen (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 April 2000 on behalf of the Wales Office.

Office of the Secretary of State for Wales

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, What discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry regarding the consequences for the car components industry in Wales of the sale of Rover. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Denzil Davies: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry regarding the consequences for the car components industry in Wales of the sale of Rover. [118457] Mr. Paul Murphy: I discussed this matter with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry last week and have also discussed the Assembly's response with the First Secretary of the National Assembly for Wales. I am following with interest the work of the Task Force established by the Welsh Automotive Forum and the work of the West Midlands Task Force.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 348 c531W; 118457
Session: 1999-00
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Components Motor vehicles Manufacturing industries Wales Rover Group
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