asked the President of the Board of Trade what plans he has for the provision of extra jobs for male persons in Rhondda in the next 12 months.

I am hopeful that a large proportion of the 450 jobs in prospect for men in the Rhondda itself, and of the 1,000 jobs for men expected to arise nearby in Llantrisant in approved industrial buildings, and in existing buildings taken over by manufacturing firms, will mature during the next 12 months.My right hon. Friend will continue to use his powers under the Local Employment Acts to the full to encourage the introduction of further male employment into the area.