20 October 2026 , Plenary
Questions to the Counsel General
Like so many residents across Powys, I'm very concerned regarding the current health board proposals. But unlike other Members, I am more focused on ensuring residents respond to the consultation process than scoring political points. The day-to-day running…
19 October 2026 , Culture, Communications, Cymraeg and Sport Committee
Annual scrutiny session with the National Library of Wales
Thank you. Mair just touched on the question I had, so I'll ask another one, if that's okay? In looking at the responses to the consultation, you emphasised the role of volunteers and the positive impact that volunteering can have on well-being and health…
19 October 2026 , Culture, Communications, Cymraeg and Sport Committee
Annual scrutiny session with Amguedda Cymru
I just wanted to touch on the position in terms of the cap in Wales and what conversations have been had with the Welsh Government regarding this issue. I also just wanted to mention the idea of pop-up museums and whether that's something that you're able to…
19 October 2026 , Culture, Communications, Cymraeg and Sport Committee
Annual scrutiny session with Amguedda Cymru
Lovely. Thank you.
14 October 2026 , Plenary
Reform UK Debate: Local referendums on council tax rises
Securing fair funding for Wales would allow us to further support local government with better funding. Will Reform now join us in our calls for fair funding for Wales?
14 October 2026 , Plenary
Reform UK Debate: Local referendums on council tax rises
Will you take an intervention?
14 October 2026 , Plenary
Welsh Labour Debate: Palliative and end-of-life care
Diolch, Llywydd, and I'd like to thank everyone for sharing their personal stories today. How we care for people in the final chapters of their lives is the ultimate measure of our compassion, our values and our society. Palliative and end-of-life care is not…
14 October 2026 , Plenary
90-second Statements
Thank you very much. Shwmae. Tomorrow is Diwrnod Shwmae Su'mae, a day to start every conversation in Welsh, regardless of your proficiency level. It's wonderful to see so many of you in the Chamber wearing the badges and stickers. The first Diwrnod Shwmae…
14 October 2026 , Plenary
Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Finance
Thank you very much. As a former county councillor of 14 years, I welcome this Government's commitment to renewing the relationship between the Welsh Government and local authorities by ensuring that they are full partners in the design and the delivery of…
14 October 2026 , Plenary
Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Finance
1. Will the Cabinet Minister provide an update on the review of the local government funding formula? OQ64711
13 October 2026 , Plenary
Statement by the Cabinet Minister for Health and Care: Update on winter preparedness
Year after year, the previous Government failed to prepare sufficiently for the winter months. In May, the people of Wales put their faith in this Plaid Cymru Government to prioritise our NHS. And I welcome the statement today, which is breaking the cycle of…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 3
Yes, that's such an important point. When I was a councillor, people would actually report the empty homes to me, and they'd just be constantly asking for updates. I felt like there was nothing going on, whereas the reality was there was lots going on in the…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 3
Yes. Thank you. Diolch. Thank you, Chair. Thank you, everyone, for coming today. It's been a really important session, I think, this morning and this afternoon for us. So, I think a lot of you are pointing to the fact of the over-reliance on the council tax…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Scrutiny of the Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning on the Representation of the People (Electoral Registration without Applications) (Electoral Reform) (Wales) Regulations 2026
Yes. Thank you very much, Chair, and thank you very much to the Cabinet Minister for joining us this morning. Could you talk about what you think would be the benefits of AVR? Also, to what extent are you considering a review of AVR following the local…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 2
Yes, great. Thank you for that. So, as discussed earlier, I think there's a kind of broad agreement that legislation is there; it just needs to be streamlined and maybe easier to be used. And also the importance of sharing information between authorities—that…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 2
Just regarding the data, many organisations have noted the over-reliance on council tax records for the data. Do you have thoughts on any other data sources that would be useful on residential or commercial empty properties? Diolch.
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 2
Thank you very much, all, for coming today.
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 2
Yes, thank you, Chair.
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 1
That's okay, Chair, I asked my question earlier regarding the Scotland proposals. So, diolch yn fawr.
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 1
Bore da. Thank you, everyone, for joining us. It's much appreciated. It's a really important subject to many of us on this committee. Just in terms of the data, as Marc has already outlined, and some of the responses to the consultation really did note the…
1 October 2026 , Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee
Follow-up inquiry into Empty Properties: Evidence session 1
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30 September 2026 , Plenary
90-second Statements
Yesterday marked World Heart Day, a day that brings together a global community to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease, one of the most significant health challenges we face. CVD is responsible for more than one in four deaths in Wales, and Public…
30 September 2026 , Plenary
Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability
I know that many Members were at the NFU reception last week, and hearing the union and farmers thank the Minister for a number of decisions this Welsh Government has taken so far to support them speaks volumes. For the first time, farmers feel heard. Plaid…
30 September 2026 , Plenary
Questions to the Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice
The Welsh Government has just announced a package of almost £5 million to support those experiencing poverty and to build financial resilience in the long term across our communities. How will the Government ensure that this funding reaches the most…
28 September 2026 , Culture, Communications, Cymraeg and Sport Committee
Annual scrutiny session with Sport Wales
Diolch yn fawr. I think there's a really exciting opportunity when it comes to the preventative health agenda by working with our schools and young people, just to ensure that they have a better understanding of nutrition and exercise. I know the Swansea City…
