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Debate: The Police Settlement 2026-27
While the Welsh Conservative group will be supporting the police settlement 2026-27, I do want to highlight a couple of concerns. Once again, the people of Wales are expected to contribute two to three times the rate of inflation more in police precept on…
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The Social Partnership and Public Procurement (Wales) Regulations 2026
It will come as no surprise that the Welsh Conservatives will not be supporting these regulations today. I want to reiterate that we believe in social partnership, provided it occurs naturally. However, legislation in this way will do little to ensure…
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Questions to the First Minister
Thank you, First Minister. I welcome the news that an alternative supply of bone cement has been secured and the orthopaedic operations can continue, but with such a huge waiting list, even this short delay may have huge consequences. However, what is most…
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Questions to the First Minister
3. How does the Welsh Government ensure the NHS has enough medicines and medical supplies to treat patients? OQ63940
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you, Chair.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
And is there quite a big involvement of the local population, local communities, in this?
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
I want to ask about the community cohesion response framework. You have said also in your written statement, which supports more accurate identification and assessment of tensions and hate. Could you tell us more about this framework and what impact it will…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you very much. Cabinet Secretary, I'm going to be asking about racism and hate crime. Why have racial hate crimes increased, despite the Welsh Government's anti-racist Wales goal, and what is the new plan to actually make things better?
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Yes. Thank you very much.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you, Chair.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you, Cabinet Secretary. In your written response, which confirms ongoing support for the residential women's centre in Swansea and continued engagement with UK Government Ministers, but it does not set out a timeline for when this centre is expected to…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you very much, Cabinet Secretary. Now, despite the Welsh Government's commitments to reduce the number of women entering or returning to custody, the evidence shows the number continues to rise. Does the Welsh Government understand what is driving this…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
General ministerial scrutiny: session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you, Chair. The question is regarding criminal justice and women's experiences in the criminal justice system. The Welsh Government has implemented only five of the 18 recommendations from the committee's report. What assessment has been made of why the…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Access to healthy, nutritious and affordable food: evidence session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you very much. My last question is: how is the Welsh Government helping local communities get fresh, affordable food onto everyone's plate? I think you answered those, but please repeat.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Access to healthy, nutritious and affordable food: evidence session with the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Thank you very much. Good morning, Cabinet Secretary. My questions are regarding the longer term sustainable approaches to tackling food poverty. Has the Welsh Government found a good balance between giving out immediate food aid and stopping food poverty…
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Questions to the First Minister
Thank you, First Minister. It is a sad state of affairs when we have to discuss the need to protect our democracy from outside influences and self-interest. But, of course, that is the reality we face. Whether it is Russian despots seeking to prop up the far…
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Questions to the First Minister
5. What steps is the Welsh Government taking to ensure the integrity of the Senedd election? OQ63879
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Questions to the First Minister
First Minister, charities in Wales are struggling to cope, thanks to the policies of the UK Government. The cost-of-living crisis is hitting charitable donations at a time when Government policies are making employing staff especially costly. With the UK…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you very much.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you very much. And my last question is: how are you assisting PSBs with the upcoming well-being assessments, and what lessons from previous rounds are shaping your current approach? Additionally, what is the specific scope of the strengthening PSBs…
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you very much. Yes, you wanted to say something, Derek.
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you very much. And coming to the public bodies, regarding the eight new bodies now subject to the Act, how have you managed the additional resource demands and did their specialist support requirements differ from your standard approach?
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you very much. My next question today: how will the stakeholder survey results shape your future work, and are you considering any specific changes to your current strategy or priority areas?
, Equality and Social Justice Committee
Annual scrutiny of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Thank you. Thank you very much and good afternoon. Nice to see you. My question area is regarding the supported public bodies and public services boards. Now, I have a few questions. I’ll try to be brief. How effective has your new support strategy been? Have…
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Debate on the Economy, Trade and Rural Affairs Committee Report, 'Digging the dirt: Improving Wales’ soil health'
I want to thank the Chair and the committee for their final report and for highlighting the very real issue of Wales's soil health. Well-managed and high-quality soil is vital for our food production, carbon capture and biodiversity, and it must be protected…
