Can I thank the Cabinet Secretary for her statement this afternoon? I'm pleased that the Cabinet Secretary has brought forward this important statement, particularly in light of the agreement between the Welsh and UK Governments over the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill, which means that we're one step closer to a new future for British and Welsh agriculture.

Of course, we all agree to the five core principles that were set out in February, particularly around the idea of food production remaining vital. Indeed, farmers have continued to raise with me their concerns regarding the future of their subsidies if Britain decides to adopt an approach that prioritises environmental protections rather than food production. I'm pleased that today's statement recognises that Welsh farmers continue to be excellent custodians of our countryside and that it's crucial that the right balance is struck between environmental protections and food production. Whilst I accept that a consultation will be held later this year, can she give us a little more information from the outset about how the Welsh Government intends to strike that balance so that Welsh farmers can be assured of the direction of travel post Brexit?

Of course, a transition system must be in place for future funding arrangements, and the Welsh Government has been quick to point out that engagement has already taken place with stakeholders and other Governments on this point. In light of the representations that the Cabinet Secretary has already made on this issue, can she provide some more information about exactly what future funding arrangements the Welsh Government want to see in the future, given that the UK Government has committed funding until 2022 but in her statement today she has only confirmed that the basic payment scheme will continue to operate until 2020?