Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 18 October 2016.

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Photo of Lynne Neagle Lynne Neagle Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's additional learning needs policy?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government is committed to transforming the expectations, experiences and outcomes for all learners, including those with additional learning needs. The forthcoming introduction of the additional learning needs and education tribunal (Wales) Bill will be a key milestone in the transformation journey that is already under way.

Photo of Mike Hedges Mike Hedges Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the growth of the ICT industry in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The BBC has recently reported that we have the fastest-growing digital economy outside of London. The wider ICT sector is worth £8.5 billion in turnover to the Welsh economy. With Welsh Government support, the sector has created 7,500 high-value jobs in Wales over the last five years.

Photo of Llyr Gruffydd Llyr Gruffydd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on services for people on the autistic spectrum?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

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Since 2008 the autistic spectrum disorder strategic action plan has supported the development of services for people with autism, supported by over £14 million additional funding. We are rolling out a new autism plan, to provide extra support for children, adults and families, including those not eligible for other services.

Photo of Nathan Gill Nathan Gill Independent

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's fishing policy?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

I made clear the need for Wales to develop its own fisheries policy when the UK leaves the EU, to safeguard the future prosperity of Wales’s fishing industry and our coastal communities. The Cabinet Secretary for Environment and Rural Affairs will discuss this with stakeholders at the next round-table meeting.

Photo of David Melding David Melding Conservative

(Translated) How will the Welsh Government build on the increased public understanding of mental health issues achieved through events such as mental health awareness week?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We know that the attitudes of others can prevent people with mental health problems from getting the support they need. Our ‘Together for Mental Health’ delivery plan sets out the actions we are taking to challenge mental health discrimination and improve knowledge and understanding associated with mental health problems.