Refugees and Asylum Seekers

Part of 2. Questions to the Leader of the House and Chief Whip (in respect of her portfolio responsibilities) – in the Senedd at 2:47 pm on 6 December 2017.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative 2:47, 6 December 2017

Leader of the house, many asylum seekers and refugees may have skills that would prove valuable to the Welsh economy, but they are hindered by their inability, or limited ability, to speak English. The Welsh Government, in its response to the committee's report, acknowledged the importance of English for speakers of other languages courses . So, can I ask what progress has been made in updating the ESOL policy for Wales by March 2018 to ensure that the provision of these courses is sufficient to meet the demand in Wales, and especially south-east Wales?