Part of 1. 1. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Education – in the Senedd at 1:53 pm on 22 March 2017.
May I begin by agreeing with the point that the Member has made about the traditions of Coleg Harlech and its contribution? I believe that each of us who has visited the college and everyone who has sat in this Siambr representing the Harlech area realises the contribution it’s made to further education over the years. I can confirm that my department has been having discussions with the department for the economy in Welsh Government as regards the future use of the building and the Coleg Harlech site. We will continue to co-operate and collaborate to support Adult Learning Wales to find a sustainable way of maintaining the site for the future. I can also confirm that the Cabinet Secretary for the economy has met with Gwynedd county councillors to discuss the future of the Coleg Harlech site. Options are still being worked through with the council, and Welsh Government officials will continue to discuss the plans for the future with the officers from Gwynedd county council. I’m sure that Members will be happy to receive further updates on this work.