Jayne Bryant: 4. Will the First Minister provide an update on the new Wales and Borders rail franchise? OAQ52285
Jayne Bryant: This announcement is great news, particularly for many of us who campaigned for many years for the Ebbw Vale to Cardiff line to stop in Newport. It's gathered a lot of local support, including from the South Wales Argus, which has long campaigned on this issue, and it's a huge boost and will link communities across the region. I welcome the announcement that £800 million will be invested...
Jayne Bryant: Cabinet Secretary, thank you for your statement today. I'd like to place on record my thanks for delivering the extra capacity on the Ebbw Vale line, ensuring that the link will also stop in Newport. This is very welcome for the region and particularly for my constituency in Newport West. It was great to wake up to the South Wales Argus headline this morning saying, 'At last!', which I...
Jayne Bryant: 2. What is the Welsh Government doing to tackle alcohol abuse? OAQ52333
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, First Minister. Last week, Gwent Police announced the introduction of a scheme where first-time offenders for low-level crimes, including 'drunk and disorderly', will be given a chance to attend a course rather than face court. The course will be offered to individuals at the discretion of the police and no cost to the public, rather like the speed awareness course. Gwent Police...
Jayne Bryant: Leader of the house, I'd like to ask for two statements. Last week, the Riverfront in Newport hosted the world premiere of the Welsh National Opera's production of Rhondda Rips it Up!, an opera telling the life story of Newport suffragette, activist and entrepreneur Margaret Mackworth or Lady Rhondda. It's touring still now for those of you who haven't seen it. But John Frost School pupils...
Jayne Bryant: 7. What progress is being made in encouraging positive relations between young people and the police in south Wales? OAQ52317
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, Cabinet Secretary. Over the last few months, Gwent Police have been piloting a groundbreaking scheme with three schools in Newport, where 58 pupils from Millbrook, Pillgwenlly and Ringland primary schools have become members of Mini Police, or Heddlu Bach. The children, with permission, go out to help officers in community events and they start discussions to educate their peers at...
Jayne Bryant: Will the First Minister make a statement on support available for veterans in Wales?
Jayne Bryant: Diolch, Deputy Presiding Officer. I'd like to thank the Cabinet Secretary for bringing forward this important statement today and for his strong words. Last week's announcement has been very worrying. Airbus employs thousands of people in Wales, and, whilst the vast majority of workers are based in Broughton, Airbus employs 450 people in Newport. Airbus Newport is home to the digital...
Jayne Bryant: Thank you for your statement, Minister. I'm glad you've reiterated that forestry is one of your top priorities. Urban trees hold historical and cultural significance, and there's no doubt that, without trees, our urban environments would be very different places. The physical and mental health benefits to people of trees in urban areas are well documented. The Woodland Trust highlights the...
Jayne Bryant: Thank you for the opportunity to speak in this important debate today. It's a very important report and I'd like to commend the Children, Young People and Education Committee for conducting their thorough and timely inquiry and my friend and colleague Lynne Neagle for her leadership in that and for the way she's spoken today. Research by the Office for National Statistics earlier this year...
Jayne Bryant: 2. What plans does the Welsh Government have to support technology companies in south-east Wales? OAQ52563
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, First Minister. On Friday, I visited Innovation Point, a digital innovation company based in Newport that helps provide expertise, knowledge and contacts to small tech firms. Their annual international digital festival is the biggest tech event in Wales. Innovation Point has attracted many companies to Wales, and businesses like these are vital in sustaining growth and establishing...
Jayne Bryant: 6. Will the Leader of the House provide an update on broadband provision in south-east Wales? OAQ52548
Jayne Bryant: Thank you. It was a pleasure to join you and the community in Michaelston-y-Fedw earlier this month for the launch of the village's ultrafast broadband hub. The community-led project is part-funded by the Welsh Government, and it's the first of its kind in Wales. It's been a real community effort, with residents digging chambers, laying ducts and fitting out communication hubs. The hard work...
Jayne Bryant: In 1915, Newport workhouse, known locally as Woolaston House, was taken over by the War Office. It became part of the Third Western General Hospital, which today is St Woolos Hospital. Earlier this month, a commemorative plaque was unveiled outside St Woolos by the Gwent branch of the Western Front Association. The plaque was created by the talented Newport designer Danielle Mayer. As we...
Jayne Bryant: Diolch, Llywydd. As Chair of the Standards of Conduct Committee I formally move the motion. The committee considered the report from the National Assembly for Wales Commissioner for Standards in relation to a complaint made against Rhianon Passmore AM for bringing the Assembly into disrepute, which is a breach of the code of conduct. The committee's report details the facts relating to the...
Jayne Bryant: Diolch, Llywydd. I'd like to thank the Member once again for providing a further statement today and for putting on record, once again, her apology.
Jayne Bryant: 9. What is the Welsh Government doing to promote emotional well-being in schools? OAQ52601
