Answers to questions not reached in Plenary

29/09/2021

Answers 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

OQ56918 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Minister provide an update on what the Welsh Government is doing to help create manufacturing jobs in North Wales?

The manufacturing action plan will futureproof manufacturing and create skilled jobs. AMRC Cymru expertise supports manufacturers to develop and invest in new technologies—companies like Tata Steel with 750 staff at Shotton making advanced steel products for construction and which this week proudly celebrated 125 years of continuous manufacturing. 

Answered by Economy Minister | Answered on - 30/09/2021
 
OQ56925 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Minister provide an update on employment in South Wales West?

Between 2013 and 2021, the employment level in the South Wales West Senedd electoral region increased by 6.5 per cent, above the figure for Wales, which was 6 per cent. In our Programme for government, we have made a commitment to deliver a young person’s guarantee, giving everyone under 25 the offer of work, education, training, or self-employment.

Answered by Economy Minister | Answered on - 30/09/2021
 
OQ56932 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Minister make a statement on terms and conditions of employment in South Wales West?

Employment law is a reserved matter but we are using our influence and policy levers to promote and encourage improved employment practices. Our economic contract ensures we target our support at those businesses that are contributing to our key priorities such as fair work, climate resilience and well-being.

Answered by Economy Minister | Answered on - 30/09/2021

Questions For - Minister for Health and Social Services

OQ56901 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Minister make a statement on the future of Veterans’ NHS Wales?

We owe our veterans a debt of gratitude and a duty of care.  We have shown our ongoing commitment to the Veterans’ NHS Wales mental health service by committing an additional £235,000 annually from 2021-22. This ensures a recurrent budget of £920,000 per annum, an increase of 35 per cent on previous funding.

Answered by Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing | Answered on - 30/09/2021
 
OQ56907 Tabled on 22/09/2021

What discussions has the Minister had with the Minister for Climate Change regarding the impact of trying to secure domestic fire safety measures on the mental health of the occupants of high-rise flats?

I am working with Ministers to ensure that the impact of policies and programmes on mental health can be improved across policy areas, including climate change. We are strengthening support for lower-level mental health issues, which can be accessed online or over the phone and do not need a referral.

Answered by Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing | Answered on - 30/09/2021
 
OQ56908 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Minister provide a timetable for the resolution of the blood-bottle shortage that is currently affecting services in GP practices across Wales?

This is a UK-wide issue, on which NHS Wales is working with the other UK nations to resolve as soon as possible. Supplies are gradually becoming available, and the NHS will continue to manage supplies to ensure those with urgent clinical need for a blood test can get one.

Answered by Minister for Health and Social Services | Answered on - 30/09/2021
 
OQ56931 Tabled on 22/09/2021

Will the Welsh Government provide an update on its priorities for improving the provision of social care in Cynon Valley?

Our current priorities for social care are set out in the social care recovery framework. There is much good practice in the Cynon Valley to learn from, including the Back to Community Life programme, which started in the Cynon Valley.

Answered by Deputy Minister for Social Services | Answered on - 30/09/2021