Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure

QNR – in the Senedd on 15 June 2016.

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Photo of David Rees David Rees Labour

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the future of the junctions along the M4 at Port Talbot?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

The main issue regarding junctions along the M4 in Port Talbot is the potential closure of junction 41. We are currently carrying out further analysis before deciding on the best way forward.

Photo of Bethan Sayed Bethan Sayed Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on economic support for Port Talbot?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

We have taken wide-ranging action to support the economy of Port Talbot. This includes establishing the enterprise zone and the work of the taskforce, in addition to our wider support for growth and jobs.

Photo of Russell George Russell George Conservative

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's National Transport Finance Plan?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

The national transport finance plan was published in July 2015. The plan sets out an ambitious five-year rolling programme of transport interventions that we will take forward across Wales.

Photo of Jenny Rathbone Jenny Rathbone Labour

(Translated) Will the Minister provide a detailed timeline of plans for the South Wales Metro?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

We are adopting an innovative process to procure the next stage of the south Wales metro and the next Wales and borders rail franchise together. Preparation is under way, with the intention to conclude procurement and award a contract late 2017.

Photo of Andrew RT Davies Andrew RT Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the Minister outline the Welsh Government's key priorities for the South Wales Central economy during the fifth Assembly?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

My priority is to continue to take a broad range of actions to improve the economy, grow prosperity and deliver greater financial security for businesses and individuals across Wales.

Photo of Jenny Rathbone Jenny Rathbone Labour

(Translated) What role can Welsh-generated renewable energy play in the Welsh Government's plans for developing the economy?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Wales is an important destination for all scales of renewables investment, both onshore and offshore. We are supporting many such projects across all parts of Wales that help to develop the Welsh economy.