The latest figures show that, as at 31 March 2017, there were just over 1,300 empty social sector homes and around 27,300 private sector properties that had been vacant for six months or more.

Last month, the Cabinet Secretary announced a record level of investment to support health education and training in Wales. We also continue to work with health boards and with Health Education and Improvement Wales on recruitment challenges, supported by our successful 'Train. Work. Live.' campaign.

I continually assess the performance, successes and challenges of delivering services and improving health outcomes across Wales. In north Wales, we have made significant investment to deliver improvements and we are clear on the further work needed to deliver services fit for the future.

The Wales procurement policy statement provides the framework to support the public sector in securing best value for money and delivering effective outcomes for local communities across Wales.

We plan to raise living standards across all parts of Wales through investment in services, by building a strong economy and supporting people to overcome barriers to work.

I provided a written statement last week to update Members on the current situation. That orders decision will not now be taken by me, but will be made following the appointment of the new First Minister, likely to be sometime in the new year.

We expect the three emergency services in Wales to work together to provide safe, timely and joined-up emergency  services to all Welsh citizens, including those in south-west Wales.

Health boards are using a variety of different tools to remind patients to attend appointments, including text messaging and phone reminders. Missed appointments cost the NHS, and patients have a role to play in ensuring that arranged appointments are attended.