Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
13/07/2022Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - Minister for Economy
Will the Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's support for the hospitality industry?
Our strategy, 'Welcome to Wales: Priorities for the visitor economy 2020-2025', sets our vision and ambition for the sector. The budget for 2022-23, published on 1 March, provides an allocation of £47 million over three years to deliver on those priorities.
What studies and evaluations have been undertaken regarding the effects of a tourism tax on Welsh businesses?
We are engaging with a wide range of partners to understand the impact of a visitor levy. Two pieces of publishable independent economic research are under way. This work is reviewing the impact of price on visitor demand and comparing taxation systems across areas that use a visitor levy.
Questions For - Minister for Health and Social Services
How is the Welsh Government supporting health boards and local authorities to tackle delayed transfers of care?
Discharge guidance was put in place at the start of the pandemic and updated throughout to reflect latest developments and service pressures. It incorporates 'discharge to recover then assess' pathways introduced during the pandemic. We are working collaboratively with the NHS to re-establish formal discharge reporting, paused during the pandemic.
What discussions has the Minister had with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board about primary care services?
I regularly meet with the chairs and vice-chairs of all health boards and include specific focus on primary care services. My officials also regularly discuss issues around primary care services with the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.