Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
13/03/2024Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - Minister for Economy
What action is the Welsh Government taking to encourage economic growth in Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire?
Our Economic Mission sets out clearly the values and priorities which shape the decisions we are taking to grow our economy across the whole of Wales. An excellent example in South West Wales is the Swansea Bay City Deal, a £1.2billion investment with the aim of creating 9,000 jobs.
Will the Minister provide an update on how the Welsh Government is working to maximise the economic benefits of the A465 heads of the valleys road?
The final sections - 5 and 6, are currently being constructed and will support the objectives of our Economic Action Plan, delivering economic and community benefits for local residents.
Will the Minister make a statement on the work of Cwmni Egino?
Since its inception, Cwmni Egino has established itself as a credible site development company focused on Trawsfynydd. However, UK nuclear policy remit lies with the UK Government and within Wales its focus is increasingly on Wylfa. Cwmni Egino’s role in future will need to adapt within this evolving context.
How is the Welsh Government supporting young people into work on Ynys Môn?
We are supporting young people into work on Ynys Môn by investing in job creating projects on the island within the North Wales Growth Deal and through the one-to-one support and employability and skills programmes provided by our Young Person’s Guarantee.
Questions For - Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
Will the Minister make a statement on Welsh Government support for Menter Iaith Abertawe?
Menter Iaith Abertawe is one of the key recipients of our grant to promote the Welsh language throughout the communities Swansea. To celebrate St David's Day this year, a successful Welcome Festival was held in partnership with Swansea Council. This year we have allocated a grant of £102,145 to the initiative and will offer the grant again in 2024-25.
Will the Minister make a statement on teacher retention?
The latest available official figures show that teacher retention rates remain stable. Based on the data from the School Workforce Annual Census (SWAC) at November 2022 the full-time equivalence of all teachers was 26,445 and this is a slight decrease of 0.6% compared to November 2021.
What assessment has the Welsh Government made of educational standards in Wales?
Recent reports play an important part in our understanding of the difficulties schools and learners have faced since the pandemic. I held a National Education Leaders Summit in January to focus on our educational performance. Our shared aim is improving attainment through stretching our learners and reducing the equity gap.
What action is the Welsh Government taking to meet its national mission of improving educational standards?
Recent reports play an important part in our understanding of the difficulties schools and learners have faced since the pandemic. I held a National Education Leaders Summit in January to focus on our educational performance. Our shared aim is improving attainment through stretching our learners and reducing the equity gap.