I am committed to working to professionalise and raise standards of behaviour in the property and estate management sector. It is disappointing that the Law Commission’s project on leasehold will not cover this topic, but I am considering alternative ways to progress this work in Wales.

The Welsh Government is committed to social partnership with public service employers and trade unions in promoting fair pay and conditions.

I regularly meet the police and crime commissioners to discuss a range of matters in relation to community safety.  

The Equality and Human Rights Commission undertakes monitoring of how Welsh public bodies are meeting the public sector equality duty. All public bodies in Wales, including local authorities, will be monitored this year. This will include how local authorities are addressing any gender pay gaps they have identified. 

Local authorities have the responsibility to offer training and development opportunities to members. They are also obliged to appoint a head of democratic services to provide all members with support and advice on their role and on the scrutiny function.

We are continuing to provide funding to promote positive engagement for young people in addition to funding an additional 500 community support officers who work with young people on diversionary initiatives and providing guidance.