J&H Williams

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (14:52): My question is to the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment. My questions are: when did sheet metal fabricator J&H Williams advise the government that they were at risk of going into voluntary administration? When was the Minister for Trade and Investment made aware of the dangers facing the company? How many jobs were at risk, and what sort of support has the government, particularly through trade and investment arms, made to provide for the future of J&H Williams?

The Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment) (14:52): I thank the minister for his question and his ongoing interest. I don't have any details with me and I don't believe I have had any briefing on J&H Williams, so I will have to take that question on notice and bring back a reply.