Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
03/05/2022Answers are published in the language in which they are provided, with a translation into English of responses provided in Welsh.
Questions For - First Minister
How is the Welsh Government supporting unpaid carers across Bridgend and Porthcawl?
Over 3,000 unpaid carers in Bridgend and Porthcawl are eligible for a £500 payment from Welsh Government. Last year, £240,000 was allocated to the local authority for additional respite and COVID-related support for unpaid carers. Bridgend and Porthcawl unpaid carers will also benefit from our new £9 million short-breaks fund.
Will the First Minister provide an update on progress towards publishing the final version of the violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence national strategy 2022-26?
We have been reviewing the 120 responses received to the public consultation and I anticipate that the finalised violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence strategy will be published before the first meeting of the new national partnership board on 23 May.
What discussions has the First Minister had about the implementation in Cardiff of the sustainable development principle of the Planning (Wales) Act 2016 and Planning Policy Wales?
Building on the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, 'Planning Policy Wales' and 'Future Wales' set the framework for development plans and determining planning applications. Officials maintain regular dialogue with local planning authorities on how sustainable development should be implemented at the local level.
What steps has the Welsh Government taken to attract major economic investment to Newport?
The draft regional economic framework highlights how Welsh Government and its partners will continue to attract major investment to the Newport area.