Part of 2. 1. Questions to the First Minister – in the Senedd at 1:30 pm on 3 October 2017.
I thank you, First Minister, for that answer. Last week, I was delighted to attend and speak at the launch of the tenth Welsh Black History Month. Events, which are held throughout October, help us to reflect on the rich heritage of Wales and the diverse make-up of its people and their contribution to shaping Wales. And it gives us an opportunity as a parliamentary body to reach out to black and minority ethnic people and to encourage them to become engaged with us and the work that we do. As you know, First Minister, our next Assembly apprenticeship scheme will be launched next year. Could I ask you, therefore, what steps the Welsh Government are taking to promote applications from black and ethnic communities?