Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 15 November 2016.

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Photo of Janet Finch-Saunders Janet Finch-Saunders Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the implementation of Rent Smart Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

As we approach the end of the first year of the scheme, nearly 50,000 private landlords have registered. Another 11,000 or so have already started the registration process. The first year has been light touch, focusing on awareness raising. From next week, the focus will be on compliance.

Photo of Hannah Blythyn Hannah Blythyn Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the Welsh Government's commitment to sustaining Wales's sporting successes?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

This year has been an outstanding one for Welsh sport. The Welsh Government remains committed to building on successes achieved in community and elite sport. Our investment in sport, via Sport Wales, aims at making Wales prominent on the world stage, helping inspire people to become more active and achieve excellence.

Photo of Jayne Bryant Jayne Bryant Labour

(Translated) What steps are the Welsh Government taking to improve financial education in schools?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The current curriculum requires financial education for all learners. Estyn is reviewing provision in schools and will publish recommendations in the spring on how financial education can improve. In Financial Capability Week, I should highlight our partnership with the Money Advice Service, which supports money management teaching in schools.

Photo of Paul Davies Paul Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's economic priorities for Pembrokeshire?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our economic priorities for Pembrokeshire include creating the right support environment and infrastructure for businesses to flourish, including improvements in the transport network, particularly along the A40.