Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
20/10/2021Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
What legal advice has the Counsel General given to the Welsh Government regarding levels of air pollution in Cardiff?
The Welsh Government is committed to tackling air pollution in Wales and I understand the concerns around air pollution levels in Cardiff, and in Wales generally. The Welsh Government has taken action in order to bring areas which were not compliant with pollution limits into compliance in the soonest possible time.
Does the Welsh Government intend to legislate to change the voting system for Senedd elections?
The Senedd has established the Special Purpose Committee on Senedd Reform to consider this matter as part of its wider remit, and the Welsh Government stands ready to prepare legislation once the Senedd has agreed a package of reforms.
What is the Government doing to ensure elections are run fairly in Wales?
The Welsh Government continues to ensure elections in Wales are run free and fairly with a high level of public confidence. The Electoral Commission’s report of the 2021 Senedd Elections supports this, noting that the public were confident the elections were well-run despite taking place in unprecedented and challenging circumstances.
Will the Counsel General make a statement on implementing the recommendations of the Commission on Justice in Wales?
I published a written statement on Justice on 30 September, and just over ten days ago I had the privilege of addressing delegates at the Legal Wales Conference during which I re-affirmed our commitment to pursue the case for the devolution of justice and policing.
Questions For - Minister for Social Justice
What is the Welsh Government doing to support the voluntary sector in Pembrokeshire?
The Welsh Government provides core funding for the Wales Council for Voluntary Action and County Voluntary Councils to enable them to support local voluntary organisations and volunteering groups across Wales. £169,854 of this funding is provided to Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) to support their local third sector.
What is the Welsh Government doing to raise awareness of how men can individually and collectively take responsibility for ending male violence towards women?
We are strengthening our Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy to tackle male violence and underlying attitudes of misogyny in order to make Wales the safest place in Europe to be a woman. Violence against women and girls is a societal problem which requires a societal response.
Will the Minister make a statement on the progress of digital inclusion in Carmarthen East and Dinefwr?
Our digital inclusion and health programme, working with organisations, has supported over 4,000 citizens from Carmarthenshire to gain the motivation and basic digital skills needed to use the internet effectively. Having basic digital skills, motivation and confidence can help people gain and retain employment, access health services and support well-being.
How is the Welsh Government protecting residents from fuel poverty this winter?
Improving the energy efficiency of lower income households through our Warm Homes Programme is helping to save on average £300 annually on energy bills. Additional support for families impacted by increased fuel costs and the removal of the Universal Credit uplift is being provided through our Discretionary Assistance Fund.