Leaving the EU: Effect on Wales

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Wales – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 26 April 2017.

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Photo of Alun Cairns Alun Cairns The Secretary of State for Wales 12:00, 26 April 2017

At this last Welsh questions before the General Election, I should like to pay tribute to two Welsh stars. Josh Griffiths of the Swansea Harriers was the first Briton to cross the finishing line at the London marathon at the weekend. In particular, I want to pay tribute to Matthew Rees, who helped a fellow runner during the closing stages of the marathon.

The Prime Minister has made it clear that, as we negotiate our exit from the European Union, we will work to secure a deal that benefits all parts of the United Kingdom. Wales is a vibrant, dynamic, innovative country and is well placed to make a success of the challenges and opportunities ahead.

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