Part of 2. 2. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Children – in the Senedd at 2:46 pm on 14 September 2016.
Minister, the result on 23 June has caused great anxiety amongst many people, and young people are not immune to this. You will be aware, I’m sure, of the large demonstration that took place outside this building in the aftermath of Brexit, which was organised by students. Have you yet considered what impact the potential reduction of research funding for universities will have on the prospects of young people and their ability to reach their full potential? Have you, for example, had discussion with Cabinet colleagues regarding the loss of opportunities from programmes like the Erasmus programme and how that can be mitigated? Finally, will you do everything in your power to support a youth parliament for Wales as a vehicle for young people to articulate their concerns and come together for collective action on important issues that affect them, like Brexit?