QNR – in the Senedd on 22 November 2016.
We have a consultation on local air quality and noise management currently running that asks what more should be done to improve air quality in Wales. It closes on 6 December. Our response to the High Court ruling will be informed by the evidence gathered through that consultation exercise.
Rail infrastructure is non-devolved. Despite this, we have invested significantly in rail in Wales, including over £180 million a year for the franchise and additional rail services and £200 million in rail infrastructure over the past five years.
Our economic priorities for west Wales include: creating the right support environment and infrastructure for businesses to flourish, including improvements in the transport network, particularly along the A40; working closely with Swansea bay city region to support the delivery of their internet coast bid and supporting businesses through business finance schemes.
Our key programme for tackling fuel poverty is the Welsh Government Warm Homes programme, which includes the Nest and Arbed schemes. Since 2011, we have invested over £217 million to improve the energy efficiency of over 39,000 homes of households on low incomes or living in deprived areas of Wales.
This Government is committed to making a difference for everyone. Three of my Ministers represent constituencies in north Wales, and we continue to invest in regional projects including £163 million at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, over £200 million in north Wales road improvements, and £22 million for education facilities in Connah’s Quay and Holywell.