Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 19 March 2019.

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Photo of Nick Ramsay Nick Ramsay Conservative

(Translated) What steps is the Welsh Government taking to improve road safety on 'A' roads in the Monmouth constituency?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Actions to review speed limits and use of the Welsh Government’s road safety capital grant scheme are amongst the steps being taken to improve the road safety in the Member’s constituency.

Photo of Andrew RT Davies Andrew RT Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's transport priorities for South Wales Central?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We published an updated version of our national transport finance plan in February 2019, detailing our transport priorities, including active travel measures, local bus services, investments in our strategic road network and delivering the Wales and borders franchise. 

Photo of David Rowlands David Rowlands UKIP

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the Tech Valleys programme in Ebbw Vale?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are working closely with partners to develop a long-term approach to economic challenges in the Ebbw Vale area. In this period of the programme, our focus is squarely on investing in infrastructure and addressing land and property issues to provide the modern industrial units that will attract new businesses.

Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's priorities for health services in south-east Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our priority is to provide the people of south-east Wales with health services that deliver the best possible outcomes for patients. We will be guided by the best and most up-to-date clinical evidence and advice to deliver high-quality care that the people of south-east Wales deserve.

Photo of Neil McEvoy Neil McEvoy Independent

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on access to Welsh Ministers?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Ministers are accessible in a variety of ways and such access is governed by the ministerial code

Photo of David Melding David Melding Conservative

(Translated) What financial assistance has the Welsh Government given to local authorities to support fire safety improvements on high rise buildings?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Welsh Government will fund up to £3 million for replacement of all non-compliant aluminium composite material found on high-rise social housing blocks in Wales.

Photo of Suzy Davies Suzy Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the use of construction contracts in the public sector in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Public sector construction contracts support public service delivery and are essential investments that can contribute to well-being of people, communities and business across Wales.

Photo of Helen Mary Jones Helen Mary Jones Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What recent discussions has the First Minister had with the Minister for Education regarding the performance of the higher education sector?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

I hold regular meetings with the Minister for Education including discussions on key issues relating to higher education.