2. Business Statement and Announcement

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 2:54 pm on 19 February 2019.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative 2:54, 19 February 2019

Minister, may I ask for a statement from the Minister for Economy and Transport on the implications for Welsh suppliers of the announcement of Honda that they are to close their factory in Swindon? According to the Welsh Automotive Forum, there are about 12 companies in Wales that could potentially be affected, including Kasai in Merthyr Tydfil, my region. Although the plant is not due to be closed until 2021, please can we have a statement from the Minister on what measures he will consider implementing to support Welsh car industry suppliers adversely impacted by this announcement? Thank you.