(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on the north Wales growth deal in relation to business parks?

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Sites and premises is one of the four enablers underpinning the three thematic areas identified for the north Wales growth deal. My officials have held several meetings with the growth bid team to discuss these thematic areas, which include sites and premises provision in terms of both priorities and interventions.

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with the Minister for Finance regarding the importance of procurement policy as an economic tool?

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Public procurement is integral to economic well-being in Wales. New approaches are being developed, in collaboration with stakeholders, to identify opportunities to further grow the economic and overall well-being impact of procurement across Wales. A meeting is being arranged with the Minister for Finance, and procurement is one of the topics.

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the recent closure of the A465 between Rhigos and Glynneath?

The A465 was closed on 3 and 6 March due to the recent heavy rainfall from both storm Freya and a further wet weather event that was the subject of a yellow weather warning. The build-up of water was compounded by a defective culvert, on the A465 at Rhigos roundabout.

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on how the Welsh Government is looking at raising salary levels in Wales?

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We are supporting businesses to improve productivity and investing in the skills of our people, recognising the link between productivity, skills and wages. Alongside this, we have established the Fair Work Commission to provide recommendations on making Wales a fair work nation.