Gareth Bennett: No. No. Carwyn Jones—[Interruption.]
Gareth Bennett: I'm not, Llywydd.
Gareth Bennett: Yes, and I'm trembling, son. Carwyn Jones appointed Lord Thomas to chair that commission and since then, Lord Thomas, who doubles up as chancellor of Aberystwyth University, has overseen the appointment of Carwyn as professor of law at that august institution, which is all a rather convenient arrangement for the two of them.
Gareth Bennett: Thanks to the First Minister for bringing today's debate, which is, indeed, an important one, and I've listened carefully to what other Members have been saying. It's clear that one key issue is that of funding. We've heard a lot about the underfunding of things like legal aid and the running of the court service in Wales, and these are very real issues, but they're also issues in England....
Gareth Bennett: What steps is the Welsh Government taking to provide affordable housing in South Wales Central?
Gareth Bennett: Diolch, Llywydd. Minister, there was some discussion in the Chamber yesterday about the proposed—
Gareth Bennett: Sorry. Apologies.
Gareth Bennett: Yes, thanks for the answer. I was just trying to say, there was a little bit of discussion yesterday about the proposed congestion charge—that you're going to be involved in compiling the report with Cardiff county council, and that's good news, that there is going to be some hopefully meaningful liaison between the two of you. Now, could I just raise one of many issues that you may need to...
Gareth Bennett: 4. What steps is the Welsh Government taking to improve public transport in South Wales Central? OAQ54944
Gareth Bennett: Diolch, Llywydd.
Gareth Bennett: Who are you, by the way, sir? [Interruption.] Well, yes, professor—
Gareth Bennett: Such a well-earned professorship. Thank you again, Llywydd. Well, it's been an interesting debate today, but I really do think that the First Minister, in opposing this LCM, must be a sucker for punishment. Since seeing his side lose the Brexit debate in 2016, when they lost the referendum not only in the UK but also here in Wales, he has been at the heart of trying to stop Brexit from...
Gareth Bennett: Will the Minister make a statement on the future of NHS dental care in South Wales Central?
Gareth Bennett: Thank you for that update. One factor that has caused a lot of uncertainty for businesses in Wales is Brexit. Now, your party has just contested a general election on a policy of opposing Brexit. You have may have noted, First Minister, that this strategy did not work out very well for you. In fact, let's be honest, Labour got hammered. You weren't just beaten; you were annihilated. But, I...
Gareth Bennett: 1. What steps is the Welsh Government taking to support businesses in South Wales Central? OAQ54892
Gareth Bennett: Thanks. Now, a crucial part of the economy is transport, and we've been hearing a lot already this afternoon about the problem of overcrowding on the rail services. We've heard about it in the Rhymney valley and we've heard about it on the Maesteg line, but, of course, it is a feature of nearly all our railway lines that there is massive overcrowding. Now, you have spoken about increasing the...
Gareth Bennett: 3. What steps will the Welsh Government take to support the economy in South Wales Central over the next 12 months? OAQ54789
Gareth Bennett: Now, we've heard a lot over the past three years about the allegedly disastrous effect of Brexit on all kinds of public services in Wales, including the NHS, and we know that the Welsh NHS is already struggling to recruit enough staff to keep up with demand. But we now discover that the Labour Party's intention is to introduce a four-day week, which will surely exacerbate the problems of...
Gareth Bennett: 3. Will the First Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's priorities for the NHS in South Wales Central over the next 12 months? OAQ54769
Gareth Bennett: I will withdraw it, although I regret that you didn't allow me to give some substance to my remarks today. But certainly, of course, Llywydd, I withdraw it.