Iron and Steel: Industry
3rd November 2010
Dr Francis: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions she has had with the Welsh Assembly Government on the future of the steel industry in Wales; and if she will make a statement. [20920]
Mr David Jones: My right hon. Friend and I have regular discussions with Welsh Assembly Government Ministers on a range of issues affecting Wales including the steel industry.
The steel industry makes a very important contribution to the Welsh economy and remains a key employer.
We welcome Tata's investment of £185 million at the Port Talbot steelworks and we continue to work with Tata and the Welsh Assembly Government to take forward the company's plans for a deep mine on the Port Talbot site which could create hundreds more much needed jobs.
