3. 3. Statement: The Programme for Government — ‘Taking Wales Forward’

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 3:25 pm on 20 September 2016.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative 3:25, 20 September 2016

First Minister, thank you very much for this statement. I think four times you pledged in your statement that you want a Wales where the prosperity is right from the top. Actually, I represent the region that has the poorest population in the United Kingdom. The thing is, I’m glad that at least you have accepted it, and this is your first pledge: that you are going to bring prosperity after 17 years now. Can I ask your Government what is the intention to strengthen ties between education, employment, employment agencies and the local business communities, and to ensure that apprentices have work-ready skills that are more aligned to economic demands, irrespective of age or gender, in Wales? Thank you.