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Questions to the First Minister
We're waiting for guidance from the UK Government. That's what we're waiting for. Let me be clear: I'm not engaging in culture wars. What I am keen to do is to protect victims and to protect vulnerable people wherever they are, especially in Wales.
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We take the issue of violence against women and women's exploitation when it comes to the way they are treated in our communities very seriously. That's why we will very shortly be publishing a report on what we intend to do as a Government in relation to…
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Questions to the First Minister
Yes, he does. I contacted him after our Cabinet meeting, because it's my job to be in the Cabinet meeting, to let him know that he has my support, prior to that meeting with the parliamentary Labour Party last night. I think this country has had enough of…
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Let me be clear—I think that it will save some time and I'm not going to be sidetracked by this: I was elected to run Wales, not to provide a running commentary on Westminster politics. I find it genuinely incredible that after more than 25 years of…
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Questions to the First Minister
I am focused on the needs of the people of this country. I do not jump up in the middle of a Cabinet meeting to respond to issues going on in Westminster. That is not the way you run a country. I'm absolutely clear that I'm here to focus on the tangible…
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Questions to the First Minister
Can I start by saying that Keir Starmer was elected with a clear mandate to be the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? I support him in the job that he was elected to do. When Labour succeeds in Government, the people of Wales become better off, and that is…
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Questions to the First Minister
I think partnership is exactly what we've been talking about in this area, and this already has an outstanding partnership: the Welsh Government, Wrexham County Borough Council, Transport for Wales and Wrexham University. I think it's important that they are…
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Questions to the First Minister
I agree with that, and thank you for your championing of this project, which I do think is transformational for the city. As you say, we had £25 million awarded in 2021 to give that confidence boost, that they can progress with this project. That high-quality…
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The Welsh Government is playing a pivotal role in the transformation of Wrexham through our support for the Wrexham Gateway, alongside local partners. This has been the case since the start of the project. Now, we know the improving performance of Wrexham AFC…
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Questions to the First Minister
Thank you. I regularly meet with representatives from the third sector, with my constituency hat on, including those in places like Powys. They're always keen to set out some of the challenges that they are facing, including telling me about organisations…
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Questions to the First Minister
Thank you, Altaf. I'm very aware that these crucial organisations are facing an increased demand for services, that they are seeing pressure on incomes, they're seeing rising costs and challenges with recruitment and retention of staff and volunteers. That is…
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Questions to the First Minister
Well, I'd like to pay tribute, also, to those organisations who are helping people with end-of-life care, and there are many, many organisations across the country. I've been also to visit St David's Hospice Care, and the remarkable thing is that it's not…
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Questions to the First Minister
Diolch yn fawr, Joyce, and I will join you in thanking them. It's quite remarkable how many people do volunteer—27 per cent of the population is a large proportion of the population, and I would pay tribute to them. It's not only good for the people they…
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Questions to the First Minister
This week is Welsh Charities Week and there are thousands of charities around Wales that are helping to support people and to transform lives. And we're pleased, as a Welsh Labour Government, to be supporting them and the armies of volunteers that support…
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Questions to the First Minister
The last time we had the highest satisfaction rates in the NHS was back in 2010. You may think about what happened at that time. That was when we had a Labour Government. That was when there was an understanding that the NHS and public services had to be…
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Although we recognise there's a lot more to do, we're delighted that our massive increased investment in bringing down waiting lists in Wales is paying dividends. Last month, we saw the biggest drop in waiting lists we've ever seen—23,000 fewer in a month. I…
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Questions to the First Minister
We're on the cusp of a new chapter, I think, in the economy of Wales. I think an unstable new Government could put some of that investment in jeopardy, as many companies have warned us. I've tirelessly advocated for investment at Wylfa. I'm very pleased the…
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Questions to the First Minister
The nuclear supply chain is extremely valuable to the Welsh economy, and we remain committed to its development. One hundred and ninety Welsh suppliers won contracts at Hinkley Point C, with £188 million received and £815 million total spend forecast…
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I will follow that up, but let me tell you that there are huge pressures on banking across Wales. I think there have been other announcements in Pembrokeshire recently that were also concerning. I don't think the Government can step in on every occasion. It…
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Questions to the First Minister
Supporting communities to maintain access to essential local services is a key priority for the Welsh Government, particularly in rural areas where dispersed populations can be disproportionately affected by the withdrawal of everyday services. As an example…
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Questions to the First Minister
I want to reassure you that the notices don't represent the actual duration of restrictions and shouldn't be interpreted as long-term road closures. You'll be aware that that has always been the position from your time working as a councillor. This order…
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Questions to the First Minister
Making sure our roads are safe is a fundamental responsibility of the Welsh Government, and sometimes we need to commission work to ensure that those roads are safe by carrying out work that, unfortunately, can be disruptive for people living in the area…
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Questions to the First Minister
We're serious about making sure that we can give that provision. I've been really interested to see in Powys that, actually, it's the health board undertaking a lot of this responsibility themselves, using dental therapists. I think that we have to make…
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Questions to the First Minister
What I can tell you is that, since 2022, we've seen 530,000 new patients being taken on by the NHS in Wales. I think that is a remarkable turnaround, and it is something that they're looking at with envy in England. That's before we look at the 213,000 urgent…
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Questions to the First Minister
Well, look, it's always disappointing when a dentist decides to reduce or end their NHS commitment. When that happens, it's important to state that the funding for the lost provision remains with the health board, and it is replaced at the health board level…
