Jayne Bryant: Thank you, First Minister. Air pollution caused by the regular idling traffic congestion on the M4 in the Newport area is already at high levels. It's a long-standing problem, which continues to deteriorate, representing a significant health risk to my constituents. Regular, reliable and affordable improved public transport is important for Newport, but will not solve the problem alone. The...
Jayne Bryant: Trefnydd, this morning alone, I've received over 40 complaints by e-mail and social media about traffic congestion on the A467 leading to junction 28 of the M4. The Welsh Government said junction 28 road improvement works have been completed for a number of months now, but the situation is worse than ever before. Commuters are facing significant delays in all directions and I've raised this...
Jayne Bryant: Before I ask my question, with the Llywydd's permission, I'd like to add my words to the tributes to Paul Flynn. He was both a wonderful friend and mentor to me personally. And Paul was a passionate devolutionist, a champion for the Welsh language, and he was incredibly proud to see the setablishment of this Senedd. He loved Newport, and I know he was humbled that the people of Newport West...
Jayne Bryant: 3. What is the Welsh Government doing to raise awareness of coercive control? OAQ53474
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, Deputy Minister. I very much welcome the Welsh Government's 'This is not love. This is Control' campaign, which was launched in Newport last month by yourself. And among those who spoke at the launch in the Riverfront Theatre was Luke Hart, whose mother and sister were murdered by his father following years of abuse. Luke and his brother Ryan have since started a project called...
Jayne Bryant: What discussions has the Welsh Government had with the UK Government about the regulation of social media?
Jayne Bryant: 8. Will the Minister make a statement on tree-planting rates in Wales? OAQ53455
Jayne Bryant: Thank you. Last week, children across the UK went on strike in a call for action on climate change. I know the Welsh Government is fully committed to combating climate change and recognises the hugely important role that woodlands play in the sustainable development of our natural resources. Welsh Government has committed to a minimum increase in woodland cover to 15.8 per cent by 2030. To...
Jayne Bryant: 7. How does the Welsh Government support recycling and reuse enterprises in Wales? OAQ53456
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, Deputy Minister. I recently visited Reseiclo in Newport, a social enterprise that won the environmental award in last year’s Social Business Awards. Reseiclo was established 13 years ago in Crindau, and aims to save as much wood waste from being sent to landfill as possible. They collect wood mostly from construction sites in south-east Wales, sell the items in the best possible...
Jayne Bryant: Paul Flynn was a giant of the Labour movement, a passionate devolutionist and an exceptional parliamentarian. He was a champion for the Welsh language, which he learnt as a teenager, and was incredibly proud to have seen the establishment of our Senedd. Respected across the political divide, with his wonderful turns of phrase, witty comments and incisive mind, Paul undoubtedly spoke truth to...
Jayne Bryant: 5. Will the First Minister make a statement on bus services in south-east Wales? OAQ53532
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, Minister. Bus services are an integral part of our national transport infrastructure. However, in Newport, recent news that the NAT service in Brynglas will finish operating later this month has caused concern amongst my constituents who rely on this service. Sadly, this is not an unusual situation. It's affected all operators across Newport, and I'm still being contacted by many...
Jayne Bryant: Diolch, Deputy Llywydd. As Chair of the Standards of Conduct Committee, I formally move the motion. The committee considered the report from the acting Commissioner for Standards in relation to a complaint made against Gareth Bennett AM regarding his integrity, which is a breach of paragraph 4(b) of the code of conduct and the Assembly's dignity and respect policy. The Standards of Conduct...
Jayne Bryant: Diolch, Deputy Llywydd. Firstly, I'd like to say that I'm disappointed with the tone of the Member for Mid and West Wales. I'm surprised he didn't quote the report, which says: 'As Assembly Members, we have a responsibility to set an example on how to behave with dignity and respect to all of society, and this video falls well below the standards expected.' On the point that he made on the...
Jayne Bryant: 2. Will the Minister make a statement on cancer screening programmes in Wales? OAQ53783
Jayne Bryant: Thank you, Minister. Earlier this year, I and my office staff became cancer screening champions after completing a training session led by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and Public Health Wales. I'm also proud to be the Assembly's first bowel cancer champion, and I'm delighted that eight colleagues have since signed up. Worryingly, Newport has one of the lowest rates of all cancer...
Jayne Bryant: Will the Minister make a statement on neonatal services in Wales?
Jayne Bryant: Last week I had the pleasure of meeting with the Go Girls, Go Brothers, Pobl, parents and Newport youth forum to discuss first-hand their experiences on universal credit. They spoke powerfully about the impact on their own lives. One key point that was discussed was that parents under the age of 25 are £66 a month worse off since the introduction of this scheme. Now, these families are not...
Jayne Bryant: The Tredegar House Folk Festival is among the highlights in Newport's cultural calendar. This weekend, the three-day festival is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary. During that time, hundreds of musicians, singers and dancers have gathered in Newport from all over the world. More than ever, this year's event will be a real celebration of the power of music to bring people together. There's...
