Answers to questions not reached in Plenary
10/01/2023Answers 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 does the Welsh Government ensure accessible healthcare for people with sensory loss?
The 'All Wales Standards for Accessible Communication and Information for People with Sensory Loss' directs health boards to ensure accessible healthcare for people with sensory loss. Our programme for government commits to eliminating inequality; underpinned by our long-standing commitment to instil the social model of disability.
What assessment has the Welsh Government made of whether the installation of prepayment meters by energy suppliers is contributing to poverty in Wales?
Prepayment meter usage is concentrated amongst the least well off. Responding to the escalating cost of energy by forcing more households to rely on this form of supply will add further to fuel poverty in Wales.
What assessment has the Welsh Government made of the impact of the rising cost of living on the people of Ogmore?
We work closely with local authorities and other stakeholders to understand the ongoing impacts of the cost-of-living crisis at a local level. The Welsh Government will continue to prioritise its spending and target action to support the most vulnerable households through this difficult period.
What further steps is the Welsh Government taking to support the steel industry in transitioning to a more sustainable future?
We continue to engage with the steel sector at a very senior level to secure a sustainable future. We created Net Zero Industry Wales to work with all industry to develop and deliver pathways to net zero. This will be reflected in the refreshed manufacturing action plan.