5. Member Debate under Standing Order 11.21(iv): Foundational Economy

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 3:54 pm on 17 October 2018.

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Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour 3:54, 17 October 2018

Diolch, Dirprwy Lywydd. I'm very, very grateful indeed for the opportunity to respond to this debate. I'd like to thank Members for their thoughtful contributions. Today, we have two debates back to back that I think reflect the twin goals contained in our economic action plan: one of supercharging the industries of tomorrow as we enter the, or as we proceed through the, fourth industrial revolution, and the second goal of supporting and driving inclusive growth. And I do think it's been an excellent debate. We cannot say this about every issue, but I believe there is genuine cross-party agreement on the importance of the foundational economy.