Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
05/12/2023Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - First Minister
What is the Welsh Government doing to address the number of empty buildings in Swansea?
We are supporting local authorities to bring empty buildings in town and city centres back into use through our £125 million Transforming Towns regeneration programme. We also support local authorities seeking to use enforcement powers to tackle problems associated with empty buildings.
How is the Welsh Government supporting the cultural sector in Wales?
We are continuing to support the cultural sector in Wales, in line with the commitments outlined in the programme for government and co-operation agreement.
Will the First Minister make a statement on the future of GP services in Mid and West Wales?
We have substantially increased the number of GP trainees and direct patient care staff, improving access to services. We continue to work with health boards and the profession to ensure a safe and sustainable future for general practice in local communities across Wales.
What is the Government’s plan for ensuring the safety of post-industrial toxic sites in South Wales East?
The Welsh Government is committed to ensuring our communities are safe. We continue to work with our local authorities and other partners to ensure that the necessary regulatory regimes are in place and are implemented. In the first instance, the responsibility for the safety of sites rests with the individual landowners.