, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
Okay, the third one was just really about evidence of properties moving from the private rented sector to the short-term lettings market, and the impact that movement is having on housing supply locally and what the Welsh Government can do to address this…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
No, I'm just quoting what has been said to me from people. So, I'm just quoting it as they've told me. So, I'm passing it on, really. Thank you.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
I think it's been raised before that, in really popular holiday destinations, you've had a street, a community, and then recently we've had more people wanting to holiday here, people from— . They've had notes through the door from people who are being…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
Yes, I was just trying to bring it in for that conversation, and to get a response, really, I suppose. Thank you, yes. Right. And just regarding planning use as well, it's not possible to just build more houses is it, in certain areas, because of planning…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
Okay, thank you. And just moving on—. Is there anybody else who would like to contribute to that question?
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
The only thing I think—just your views—on having a national scheme is, again, enforcement. So, if it's registered with a local authority, again, enforcement can be difficult with a local authority because of all the cuts and stretched services as well. But…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
I think there were discussions earlier as well, and previously when we've heard evidence, about short-term lets such as Airbnb being registered as well, to make a fairer playing field for forms of accommodation. Is that Shomik's hand up there? Did you want to…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Inquiry into second homes: evidence session 4—economy
Okay, thanks. I'm going to ask you some questions regarding planning and regulation. I think we've touched on them already a little. So, the first question is about the benefits of having a registration or licensing scheme for short-term lets and holiday…
, Plenary
Debate: Draft Budget 2022-23
May I please declare I'm a Flintshire county councillor? The 9.4 per cent uplift to local authorities in Wales is welcome, as is the three-year budget, which will help with planning. I am aware the provisional settlement in England provided a lower uplift of…
, Plenary
Questions to the First Minister
Thank you, First Minister. I recently met with Friends of the Earth regarding encouraging supermarkets to retrofit doors on fridges and freezers, or ensure that they have doors on when they are upgraded. I understand that the Petitions Committee discussed…
, Plenary
Questions to the First Minister
7. What conversations has the Welsh Government had with the retail sector about improving energy efficiency towards zero carbon? OQ57627
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Rural Affairs and North Wales, and Trefnydd
Thank you for that answer, Minister. I've been contacted by constituents who raise the fact that, at present, public rights of way are not part of our current cross-compliance for the current Welsh Government agricultural scheme. If the Welsh Government were…
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Rural Affairs and North Wales, and Trefnydd
9. What are the Welsh Government's priorities for the sustainable farming scheme? OQ57559
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Finance and Local Government
Thank you for that answer, Minister. It's often raised with me that the funding formula for local authorities needs addressing. I think it's been raised here quite a few times as well. For the last few years, the debate has gone round and round in circles…
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Finance and Local Government
4. How does the Welsh Government ensure fair funding for local authorities across north Wales? OQ57558
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Finance and Local Government
Okay. Thank you very much.
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Finance and Local Government
Sorry, can I declare that I'm a Flintshire county councillor? Thank you.
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Finance and Local Government
Thank you. Sorry, I was hoping to come in as a supplementary on Laura Jones's question, so I'm just trying to find my right place. Thank you very much. I'm very pleased to hear of the extra capital funding that's coming forward this year for highway…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Sports, culture and arts (international)
No, thanks. That's useful.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Sports, culture and arts (international)
Thank you. What engagement have you had with the Welsh Government's overseas offices?
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Europe and international
Okay, thank you.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Europe and international
Okay, thank you. Would anybody else like to come in?
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Europe and international
Thank you. Again, if you want to expand further, are there any specific areas of activity that you believe would benefit from the Welsh Government involvement that are not included already in the international strategy? Does anybody want to speak on this?
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Diaspora and international
Okay. Thank you. Thanks very much.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
One day inquiry on International Relations: Diaspora and international
So, ethical procurement chains and ensuring that the business is done in an ethical way regarding the goods, employment, things like that. Is that something that you're able to get involved with?
