Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 14 May 2019.

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Photo of Hefin David Hefin David Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on Welsh Government plans for agricultural pollution and regulatory reform?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We aim to reform regulations by 2020 to prevent agricultural pollution, requiring farm businesses to undertake nutrient management planning, prohibiting polluting activities, minimising regulatory complexity and improving the enforcement capabilities of the regulator. We also support the industry by improving advice and guidance and providing financial assistance.

Photo of Janet Finch-Saunders Janet Finch-Saunders Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on flood alleviation in the Conwy Valley?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We have invested nearly £9 million in flood alleviation schemes in the Conwy valley over the last 10 years. We have also committed funding to support the development of potential future schemes in this area, prioritising funding towards reducing risk to homes in our most at risk communities.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) What recent discussions has the First Minister held with the UK Government over the operation of the probation service in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The operation of the probation service is not currently devolved to Wales. However, we are working with the UK Government to ensure that Wales’s interests are reflected in the proposed changes to the probation service.