asked the Secretary of State for Wales if, consequent upon receiving the deputation of management and labour in Mold, Clwyd, recently, of Grosvenor Chater paper mill, Greenfield, Holywell, he will make a statement concerning the efforts made to keep the mill open and to find a buyer for the establishment.

My Department is continuing its discussions with the company and has indicated its willingness to consider a request for financial assistance from any potential purchaser.