The Dawnus Construction Company

Part of 3. Topical Questions – in the Senedd at 3:23 pm on 20 March 2019.

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Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour 3:23, 20 March 2019

Can I thank the Member for his question? My understanding is that there may have been an investor that was prepared to step in. However, in spite of all consideration and, I think it's fair to say, everybody's best efforts, Dawnus nonetheless was destined for demise. Our efforts must now focus on how we ensure that the businesses that could be affected by this event are supported through a very turbulent period and how we ensure that as many staff members get alternative work as possible.

The question of TUPE transfers will be dealt with by the taskforce. In terms of some of those contracts and some of those businesses that could be directly affected by the demise of Dawnus, initial analysis of supply chain creditors indicates that there are in the region of 455 Welsh suppliers affected. The total value due to the Welsh supply chain is in the region of £6 million. Officials will continue to monitor and to review as fresh information is received from the administrator. But it does go to demonstrate why it's so vitally important the development bank is integral to the work of the taskforce moving forward.