Questions to the Minister for Finance and Trefnydd

QNR – in the Senedd on 6 March 2019.

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Photo of Russell George Russell George Conservative

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with the Deputy Minister and Chief Whip on the budget for the implementation of measures contained in the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015?

Photo of Rebecca Evans Rebecca Evans Labour

The Deputy Minister and Chief Whip has written to all Ministers and Deputy Ministers in relation to using the Act to innovate, driving better, long-term decisions. Last month, I met the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales to discuss what further steps we can take in relation to the budget process. 

Photo of Mike Hedges Mike Hedges Labour

(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on the innovate-to-save fund?

Photo of Rebecca Evans Rebecca Evans Labour

Three projects from round 1 of the scheme have now reached the implementation phase. The second round of innovate-to-save is also progressing well, with seven projects now going through to the second research and development phase of the scheme. 

Photo of Rhun ap Iorwerth Rhun ap Iorwerth Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on Welsh Government guidance to different sectors on procurement?

Photo of Rebecca Evans Rebecca Evans Labour

(Translated)

Welsh Government issues consistent procurement guidance across the public sector and will be providing additional support in key sectors such as social care and construction to drive up consistency and capability in these important areas.