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Statement by the Cabinet Minister for Health and Care: Improving Leadership and Performance at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Thank you, Cabinet Minister, for bringing forward the statement today. I support your passion to turn things around at the board, and I agree that time is of the essence when it comes to Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, given that it's been in special…
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Questions to the First Minister
First Minister, I was recently contacted by several concerned members of staff, who want to remain anonymous, at the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, after they received a presentation entitled 'transcending boundaries, celebrating transgender awareness…
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Questions to the First Minister
2. What action is the Welsh Government taking in light of the Supreme Court's ruling on the definition of biological sex? OQ64253
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Business Statement and Announcement
Business Minister, can I please request a statement from the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Care on the all-Wales cardiology and radiology consumable framework for 2027? Concerns have been raised with me, personally, that the proposed procurement approach…
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Questions to the First Minister
First Minister, I was pleased to see the Welsh NHS grow from using a basic app during COVID to being the first in the UK to use AI in all of its hospitals and to support stroke patients. Yet, while we have the technology here in Wales, we still need the…
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Short Debate: From legal clarity to practical reality: Implementing women’s sex-based rights in Wales
Can I take a moment to thank Cristiana Emsley for using her short debate to raise this important issue and for allowing me to contribute? I've actually had sight of a forthcoming report by the Wales Women's Rights Network, which has carried out a freedom of…
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Questions to the Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
Thank you so much, Presiding Officer. Minister, the last Labour Government failed women and girls across Wales by dragging its heels when it came to implementing the Supreme Court's ruling, and, based on the rhetoric from Plaid, I fear nothing is going to…
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Business Statement and Announcement
Minister, can I please request a Government statement about what action is being taken by this administration to repair our crumbling roads? Residents across Wales are understandably fed up with the current state of many of our roads, and potholes are a major…
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Statement by the Cabinet Minister for Health and Care: Health and Care Priorities
Firstly, I'd like to congratulate the Cabinet Minister on his new role and thank him for this afternoon's statement. Cabinet Secretary, I really hope that we can work constructively together over the course of this Senedd term to help deliver the improvements…
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Questions to the First Minister
First Minister, it's no secret that the state of our health service is one of, if not the most important issues that matter to residents across Wales. It's something that came up time and time again during the election campaign when talking to people on the…
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Statement by the First Minister: The First Minister's Priorities
Thank you, First Minister, for setting out your priorities today. First Minister, people across Wales will be asking one simple question today: 'Where is the urgency?' You've inherited a health service in crisis. We already know the scale of failure after 27…
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Nomination of the First Minister under Standing Order 8
Darren Millar.
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Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Education
Thank you very much, Cabinet Secretary, for your response. I'll give you full marks for creativity in your response. In stark contrast to the nice, fluffy fairytale you just gave me, let's take a look at what's really going on here in Wales across schools and…
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Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Education
Thanks for your response, Cabinet Secretary. What I just mentioned is one of the ever-growing list of problems plaguing our education system. And, to be clear, this is by no means a reflection of those, as you said, who are working tirelessly within our…
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Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Education
Thank you so much, Presiding Officer. Cabinet Secretary, we talk a lot about the ever-increasing workloads facing teachers and school staff, and how a lot of their time is being diverted away from their duties. This was really hammered home in a shocking…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Okay. Thank you, Chair.
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Okay, thank you for that. A final part of my question now. I appreciate you mentioned that you've got reports that are coming into you in the next couple of—well, couple of weeks, couple of months. What further action do you feel is needed to ensure that…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Okay, great, thanks for that. The Welsh Government has reported eliminating four-year waits for children with neurodevelopmental—with needs for neurodevelopmental assessments—I do apologise; I will get my words out—while acknowledging that many families are…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
I appreciate your response, Minister, and you mentioned barriers. It's an interesting word, but I'd like to know: do you feel that there are any barriers in place at the moment that are actually preventing progress?
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
No, it's just in case I start getting an influx of casework from Barry. [Laughter.] I just want to set the record straight for everyone's benefit right now, while we're here in committee. When the committee last examined transitions to adult mental health…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Thank you very much, Minister. I do have to clarify that I cover south-east Wales; Barry doesn't come underneath me.
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Okay. Great. Thank you very, very much for your response, Minister. You highlighted early signs that sanctuary pilots for 11 to 18-year-olds may be reducing CAMHS referrals. When will the full evaluation be published, for the benefit of the committee, and…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Thanks, Minister. I just want to follow up on what you've just said. You've covered a number of health boards there, and different projects that they're doing, and you said that they're going to be starting soon. Is there a particular time frame, or are these…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Thank you, Chair. Minister, you said that the goal for young people is to receive equitable same-day access to mental health support wherever they seek help. What measurable progress has been made towards this, and what practical arrangements, such as clear…
, Children, Young People, and Education Committee
General scrutiny of the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Okay. Thank you very much.
