Written Assembly Questions tabled on 28 March 2014 for answer on 4 April 2014

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To ask the Minister for Economy, Science and Transport

Kirsty Williams (Brecon and Radnorshire): What plans does the Minister have to mirror the UK Government’s temporary business rates discount of £1,000 for two years (as of 1 April 2014) for retail and food premises, making such a discount available for businesses in Wales? (WAQ66659)

Answer reveived on 4 April 2014

The Minister for Economy, Science and Transport (Edwina Hart): I refer you to the Written Statement issued on 31 March 2014.