Delyth Jewell: Diolch, Dirprwy Lywydd. I note Russell George's question just now. Minister, you'll be familiar with the case of my constituent, Maria Wallpott—
Delyth Jewell: Oh, forgive me, Dirprwy Lywydd. Forgive me for that.
Delyth Jewell: Forgive me, again, for not asking that.
Delyth Jewell: 5. What are the principles the Welsh Government expects the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee to follow when making decisions about whether to provide treatment for rare cancers? OQ57851
Delyth Jewell: What action is the Welsh Government taking to support small and medium-sized enterprises in South Wales East?
Delyth Jewell: The school day can contain many stresses. I'm not just talking about maths tests or rushing to finish homework on the school steps, I'm talking about children who go to school hungry and can't afford a snack at morning break, children who feel dread going through the gates because they're worried that someone might notice that they're not wearing the right shoes or carrying the right bag, who...
Delyth Jewell: Thank you for that comprehensive response. I know that many people—
Delyth Jewell: Sorry, is it working?
Delyth Jewell: I know that many people working for the Commission are working very hard to support people who need this support. Unfortunately, as you've said, the pandemic has exacerbated mental health problems for many people, and left some in crisis. The employee assistance programme has been a huge help for many, but the service is not always enough. Some call the service once, but don't follow up,...
Delyth Jewell: Diolch, Dirprwy Lywydd. I really enjoyed that question.
Delyth Jewell: I thank you for that answer, Counsel General. The reason I'm asking it is because, last month, the Conservative MP for Aberconwy asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster in the Commons to clarify that the UK Government civil servants working in Wales should follow the rules set by the UK Government rather than the Welsh Government when it comes to the guidance on working from home. But,...
Delyth Jewell: Thank you, Minister, for that answer.
Delyth Jewell: A recent report by Charanpreet Khaira for BBC Cymru Wales raised serious questions, though, about whether international students are being treated fairly by Welsh employers. Reporting included an interview with a Nigerian woman who qualified for a band 7 NHS job after a Master's in public health in Wales, but she'd been turned away from band 2 carer jobs, despite there being demand for staff...
Delyth Jewell: 9. What safeguards are in place to ensure international students are not discriminated against when applying for jobs in Wales? OQ57798
Delyth Jewell: 5. What legal advice has the Counsel General given to the Welsh Government about whether it is the Welsh Government or the UK Government that has the power to issue work-from-home guidance in relation to COVID-19 in Wales? OQ57796
Delyth Jewell: 3. What mental health support does the Commission provide to its staff? OQ57794
Delyth Jewell: Thank you, Deputy Presiding Officer. Minister, thank you once again for a different statement this time.
Delyth Jewell: Digital does offer so much potential, doesn't it, in terms of enhancing people's lives, strengthening the links between people and people and services, and helping business to adapt, but modernising in this way can also perversely mean that some people are left further and further behind. I know that one of the principal drivers behind the strategy is about reducing inequality—that's...
Delyth Jewell: I would like to welcome the planned investments, Minister, in flood risk management, and thank you very much for the statement. The three-year capital budget will certainly support communities through the delivery of vital flood defences that are so needed, and, of course, the funding will come alongside a vital revenue budget, as has already been set out. This wouldn't have been possible...
Delyth Jewell: I am grateful to Sarah for raising this issue today. These are dark days in which we are living, so it's important, I believe, to seek out the light wherever possible. Andy Davies's report on Channel 4 on the Urdd's Afghan refugee initiative showed us that light, with children and families receiving loving care and opportunities to learn new skills as they try to build a new life here in...
