Written question WQ83917

The Covid pass is an important measure to keep Wales open and to keep Wales safe. While no specific bespoke funding has been provided, Welsh Government has worked closely with operators to ensure the smooth implementation at those events and venues that are required to operate the pass. The Welsh Government has made unprecedented levels of funding available to support Welsh businesses through the pandemic, including through Economic Resilience Fund and full non-domestic rates relief that continues to be in place until April of next year.

On 23 November I announced a £45m package of funding that will help small businesses across Wales to grow and support thousands of people to train to work in key sectors. As part of the package, £35m will help SMEs in Wales relaunch, develop, decarbonise and grow to help drive Wales’ economic recovery. The funding will support more than 1,000 business, help to create 2,000 new jobs and safeguard a further 4,000 jobs with grants of up to £50k available. Further information is available at: https://gov.wales/45-million-package-train-staff-and-help-welsh-smes-grow