Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 12 December 2017.

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Photo of Neil McEvoy Neil McEvoy Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on how the ministerial code delivers accountability in relation to the actions of cabinet members?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The ministerial code sets out the standards of behaviour and conduct expected of all Ministers.

Photo of Vikki Howells Vikki Howells Labour

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government prioritising the improvement of public transport links to enhance work opportunities for residents of the Cynon Valley?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are absolutely determined to spread prosperity, growth and jobs across all parts of Wales. Delivering a modern efficient and integrated public transport network is a cornerstone of our approach to improving Wales’s long-term economic prosperity.

Photo of David Rees David Rees Labour

(Translated) What actions is the Welsh Government taking to improve social mobility in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are taking action to ensure people in Wales have every opportunity to fulfil their potential. Programmes like Flying Start and employability programmes such as Lift are empowering people at different life stages. It is immoral that someone’s achievements in life can be determined by disadvantage experienced as a child.

Photo of Angela Burns Angela Burns Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on how the Welsh Government intends to resource identified transformational change within the public sector?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are making funding available to support transformational change within the public sector. However, we would also expect public services themselves to invest in transformational change and be structuring budget plans to enable this.

Photo of Leanne Wood Leanne Wood Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What representations has the Welsh Government made recently regarding the devolution of the criminal justice system?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We made our position on this matter clear in our draft government and laws in Wales Bill, and that position has not changed. I have established the justice commission to undertake a fundamental review of the justice system in Wales and how to strengthen it for the long term.

Photo of Rhun ap Iorwerth Rhun ap Iorwerth Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the provision of mental health care through the medium of Welsh?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

We are committed to delivering high-quality health and care services centred on individual needs and outcomes. Our ‘More than just words’ strategic framework sets out our commitment and actions to support and strengthen the planning and delivery of Welsh language services in health and care, including mental health services.

Photo of Mr Neil Hamilton Mr Neil Hamilton UKIP

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on Welsh Government support for financial services in Mid and West Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are delivering a range of actions to help financial services companies in all parts of Wales grow and prosper and, in turn, provide the services that people and business need. Our financial inclusion strategy sets out how we aspire to help improve access to affordable credit and financial services.