Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 4 April 2017.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to improve transport infrastructure in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The national transport finance plan sets out the measures we are taking to ensure that Wales is connected via a reliable, modern and integrated transport network.

Photo of Jeremy Miles Jeremy Miles Labour

(Translated) What priority does the Welsh Government attach to digital inclusion?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

Digital inclusion is a key priority for Welsh Government. A digitally inclusive society will improve economic and educational outcomes. Our Digital Communities Wales programme and digital inclusion delivery plan are driving digital inclusion.

Photo of Hannah Blythyn Hannah Blythyn Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the Year of Legends 2017?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Year of Legends launched in January. The main campaign has been running since 1 March and has been well-received to date. A further wide range of projects will be announced in the near future.

Photo of Michelle Brown Michelle Brown UKIP

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the actions he is taking to promote Wales on the international stage?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Wales is an outward-looking nation. As First Minister, promoting Wales internationally is integral to my role.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on Welsh Government support for public transport in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The national transport finance plan, published in July 2015, sets out investment for transport and infrastructure and services for 2015-20 across all parts of Wales.

Photo of Neil McEvoy Neil McEvoy Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the public tendering process in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

In accordance with the Wales procurement policy statement, tenders and contracts should be open and accessible to all suppliers, regardless of size, either directly or through the supply chain.

Photo of Llyr Gruffydd Llyr Gruffydd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the effect of business rates on livestock markets in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

I am committed to supporting businesses in Wales, including livestock markets, whilst maintaining a sustainable funding stream for vital local services. Those adversely affected by the recent revaluation are being supported by the provision of more than £210 million of relief in 2017-18.