Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
22/05/2018Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - First Minister
Will the First Minister make a statement on how public procurement policy supports apprenticeships?
Creating training and employment opportunities is at the heart of our procurement policy. Tools like community benefits help procurers use public contracts to deliver apprenticeship opportunities for Wales.
What is the Welsh Government doing to support older people?
Last week I was pleased to announce that the Minister for Children and Social Care is to include older people in his title. This represents our significant commitment to build on the strategy for older people and make Wales the best place to grow old.
Will the First Minister make a statement on the use of single-handed care?
Single-handed care can be used when it is safe and appropriate to do so. It is imperative that a robust assessment is made to ensure the best outcome is achieved for those requiring this service, that staff are properly trained and that people are treated with dignity and respect.
Will the First Minister make a statement on the National Academy for Educational Leadership?
I am delighted to say that the National Academy for Educational Leadership was launched last week. It will support and impact on the whole education sector in Wales. It will be a small, independent, agile organisation, at arm’s length of Government. A further update will be provided later today.
Will the First Minister make a statement on the balance between public and private investment in Newport?
We always look to maximise investment opportunities, across both public and private sector, to invest in Newport and the wider region. The Cardiff capital region city deal is a good example of working collaboratively across the public sector to leverage private sector investment to maximise economic and social benefits.