Local authorities are responsible for the provision and monitoring of child-centred support for children with additional learning needs. The recently passed Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Bill places learners’ needs, views, wishes and feelings at the heart of the planning process.  

Addressing the causes and detrimental effects of loneliness and isolation are matters of national importance. I would like to thank the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee for its valuable inquiry report. I can confirm we are committed to bringing forward a cross-Government and national approach to tackle these issues. 

STEM skills are vital for our children’s future success. We have set out our approach to encourage engagement in STEM subjects in our STEM in education delivery plan. Actions include curriculum and qualifications reform, support for teaching professionals, and measures to enhance girls’ take up of STEM subjects.

Stillbirth is a devastating event for any family. The causes of stillbirth are multi-faceted, some factors remain unknown.  Stillbirth rates in Wales have remained fairly static in recent years; therefore a stillbirth sub group of the maternity network is leading a national multi-factored programme dedicated to reducing the incidence.

Wales’s approach to high quality recycling means it is better placed than many other nations to deal with the consequences of China’s restrictions. We are working with local authorities and other partners to develop the circular economy, including the greater recycling of plastics in Wales.

We will continue to work with Hywel Dda university health board to provide the people of Pembrokeshire with health services that deliver the best possible outcomes for patients. We will be guided by the best and most up to date clinical evidence and advice to deliver high quality care.

We support continued participation in the single market after Brexit, which could be achieved either through participation in EFTA/EEA or through a ‘deep and special partnership’. This will likely require the UK Government to reconsider some of the ‘red lines’ set out in the Prime Minister’s Lancaster House speech.