2. Business Statement and Announcement

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 2:34 pm on 27 February 2018.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative 2:34, 27 February 2018

Leader of the house, may I ask for a statement from the Welsh Government on financial support for apprentices in Wales? The Economy, Infrastructure and Skills Committee has reported that there is substantial evidence that financial barriers are discouraging, and in some cases are preventing young people from taking up apprenticeships across Wales. The committee has called for the Welsh Government to establish a universal grant to cover living costs for apprentices, and a hardship fund for those on the lowest pay levels, or to provide concessionary bus or rail cards. Could we please have a statement on this important issue?