Written question asked by Lord Jones (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 January 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 January 2000. It was answered by Lord Murphy of Torfaen (Labour) on Thursday, 27 January 2000 on behalf of the Wales Office.

Office of the Secretary of State for Wales

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, when he last met the First Secretary to discuss the impact of the Government's legislative programme on road, rail and air transport, in the constituency of (a) Alyn and Deeside and (b) North East Wales; and if he will make a statement. - Inc ref to Transport Bill 1999/2000.

Answer: Mr. Barry Jones: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales when he last met the First Secretary to discuss the impact of the Government's legislative programme on road, rail and air transport, in the constituency of (a) Alyn and Deeside and (b) North East Wales; and if he will make a statement. [106703] Mr. Paul Murphy: I have regular meetings with the First Secretary to discuss a wide range of issues including transport and its impact in Wales, which will of course bring benefits to Alyn and Deeside and North East Wales generally. On 30 November I spoke to the whole of the National Assembly for Wales about the Government's legislative programme and my hon. Friend the Under-Secretary of State addressed members' questions in a second plenary session on 8 December. I am keen to ensure that the interests of Wales are fully met during the passage of the Transport Bill, and will maintain dialogue with Cabinet colleagues and the Assembly.

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