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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Thank you very much for those comments and for that question. Yes, this is one of our key priorities. Standards in our schools aren't where, I think, all of us in this place can agree that they should be. The new literacy and numeracy framework, I think, will…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Diolch yn fawr iawn. Again, the common ground that we have, and I also take a real positive from the fact that we have three party leaders now who say that they want to work positively and constructively. It won't be on everything—there are differences…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
I thank the Labour leader for beginning his contribution in a positive way. Governing is hard, as he knows. There has never been a majority in the history of devolution, and we recognise that we need to work across this Chamber in many ways, including through…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
I'm grateful to the leader of Reform for agreeing that we are getting our priorities right in this programme for government and pledging to work in a co-operative way to help us deliver. That's exactly how I think we should operate here. The Member is quite…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Thank you for those comments.
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
By focusing on what matters most to the people of Wales, working together and taking a long-term approach, we can build a more confident nation that is ready to fulfil its wealth of untapped potential and give people hope for the future.
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Underpinning all of this is our determination to deliver through better Government. Better Government means focusing on what matters most, working across traditional boundaries and ensuring that our efforts make a real difference. We're also committed to…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
We believe in our nation, and we will take every step possible to unlock its potential and build a stronger, fairer and more resilient Wales. We will continue to make the case to the UK Government for the funding, the investment and the powers that Wales…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Finally, my Government will be unwavering and unapologetic in standing up for Wales and demanding fairness from Westminster at every turn.
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Neither family income nor the circumstances of a child's birth should ever determine their future. A Wales where every child can thrive is a Wales where opportunities are available for all, and where every community is stronger. That's why, through this…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
We cannot and will not accept that this is as good as it gets for our education system. We owe it to the next generation to match their hopes and aspirations for the future with a new level of ambition never before determined by any Welsh Government. That…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
That is why the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language has already published a new literacy and numeracy plan and has set clear national expectations to raise standards and help every learner to succeed.
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Our ambition for Wales rests on a flourishing economy that fuels our public services, creates fulfilling and rewarding jobs, and provides the foundation for a stronger future. Through our productivity mission, we'll work to halve the productivity gap with the…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Last week, my colleague the Cabinet Minister for Finance announced a 30 per cent cut to business rates for the leisure and hospitality sectors. This decision was widely welcomed by the industry, and it reflects this Government's determination to give people…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
We'll rebalance resources towards the prevention of ill health, better access to services and improved social care. We want a future where preventing ill health is given the same priority as treating illness, where services are designed around people and…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
At its heart, the aim of this programme is building a better future for Wales. Guided by the principles of the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, we have brought together our well-being objectives and our programme for government into one…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
Dirprwy Lywydd, for too long, silo working has stood in the way of progress. This new Government will work across traditional boundaries to address the greatest challenges facing our society. That is why prevention, productivity, the climate and nature…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
For too long, the Welsh Government has been measured on the number of actions it takes and not the outcomes it delivers. That changes now. From now on, every action will have a clear purpose, namely to improve people’s lives. Prioritisation will be central to…
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Statement by the First Minister: 'New Ambition for Wales: Programme for Government 2026-2030'
In May, the people of Wales said clearly that they wanted a new level of ambition for our nation. Acting on the mandate to set our sights higher than previous Governments have done and forge a more hopeful future for Wales, I am today proud to publish our…
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Questions to the First Minister
This is a sour grapes question, Llywydd, I believe. I think it references a decision taken by a Member of this Senedd who has seen a new approach to politics. This is a party that misled people in the Brexit vote. It knows all about misleading people. I and…
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Questions to the First Minister
The Welsh Government is working closely with the Standards of Conduct Committee and the Business Committee to ensure that Members whose conduct falls far below that which is expected of elected representatives can be robustly held to account.
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Questions to the First Minister
It absolutely is about partnership working, and we will continue absolutely to work with employers, local authorities, training providers and others to make sure that those opportunities are there for women in these sectors. We want more women to access…
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Questions to the First Minister
Our productivity mission, as a Government, is about unlocking the talents of the whole workforce, and ensuring economic opportunity is everywhere and open to everyone. We aim to work with employers, education and training providers, and others, to ensure…
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Questions to the First Minister
That's exactly what I've said throughout. This is an issue of seriousness that means we put it at No.1 on the list of our priorities coming into Government. It was somewhat missing in Reform's pledges for Government, were they to be in this position. I have…
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Questions to the First Minister
The Welsh Government is investing £145 million to help health boards reduce waiting times and improve access to treatment. This supports delivery of our planned care plan, which sets out a clinically led approach to eliminating the longest waits, increasing…
