Diolch, Llywydd.

Cabinet Secretary, one of the biggest challenges facing Welsh farming is the Welsh Government's proposed designations for nitrate vulnerable zones, which, if implemented, could impose huge burdens on farmers and, as a result, force many out of business. Given that the Welsh Government's consultation ended almost a year ago, could you explain why the Welsh Government has yet to come to a decision regarding the proposed NVZ designations, and will you now commit to bringing a statement to the Assembly Chamber before the end of the year on the Welsh Government's position and explain why this decision has taken so long?