Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
22/01/2019Answers 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 support for those who previously received the Welsh independent living grant?
I have asked the Deputy Minister for Health and Social Services to review the progress in providing support to those who previously received the grant. This is to decide what further action may be necessary to ensure a fair outcome is achieved for everyone concerned.
What plans does the First Minister have to improve working conditions for teachers?
Following the devolution of powers over teachers’ pay, terms and conditions last September, we have been working with others to ensure that, in future, they more closely reflect the school system here in Wales and ensuring that practitioners concerns are identified and solutions developed and implemented.
What further action will the Welsh Government take to support city and town centre regeneration?
Our new targeted regeneration investment programme, which started in April 2018, demonstrates our continuing commitment to regeneration across Wales. It will provide capital funding of £100 million across Wales over three years to support regeneration projects in town and city centres.
What is the Welsh Government doing to promote home ownership?
The Welsh Government has increased and improved the range of options available to people wishing to own their own home, including Help to Buy—Wales, Rent to Own—Wales, and our forthcoming self-build Wales scheme.
Will the First Minister provide an update on the north Wales growth deal?
Negotiations between the Welsh and UK Governments and north Wales partners are advancing well on the north Wales growth bid. Officials from both Governments meet regularly with north Wales partners to discuss and agree a package of proposals and next steps to enable delivery of the deal.
Will the First Minister make a statement in response to the recent announcement regarding Wylfa Newydd?
The Welsh Government is very disappointed that the development at Wylfa Newydd has been suspended. The Minister for Economy and Transport issued a written statement on 17 January outlining the Welsh Government position and has since held discussions with UK Ministers, company representatives, the local Member of Parliament and others.
What is the Welsh Government doing to improve child and adolescent mental health services in Islwyn?
Improving child and adolescent mental health services remains a priority. The Minister for Health and Social Services recently announced an additional £7.1 million a year to deliver our response to the 'Mind over matter' report.
How will the Welsh Government improve public health in South Wales West?
Working with others, the Welsh Government takes a series of actions to improve public health in south-west Wales. Consultation on our new plan to tackle obesity, 'Healthy Weight: Healthy Wales', will involve a series of events in the region and across the whole of Wales.