Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 28 January 2020.

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Photo of Rhun ap Iorwerth Rhun ap Iorwerth Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What conditions does the Welsh Government place on funding it provides for businesses in order to protect workers' rights?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

Our economic contract now underpins funding provided to businesses in Wales. Each contract reflects the particular circumstances of each business. Protection of workers' rights forms part of each contract negotiation.

Photo of Joyce Watson Joyce Watson Labour

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government improving rail connectivity in Mid and West Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government works with Network Rail to improve track and signalling in Mid and West Wales. Transport for Wales will improve connectivity through additional services, greater frequency of services, new dedicated rolling stock and station upgrades in the area.

Photo of Vikki Howells Vikki Howells Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's priorities for decarbonising homes in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our immediate priorities include tough new energy standards for new homes by revising Part L of the building regulations; further improving energy efficiency in existing social homes and helping to support the foundational economy; and tackling the risk of overheating in our homes under our energy efficiency building regulations review.

Photo of Jenny Rathbone Jenny Rathbone Labour

(Translated) What assessment has the First Minister made of the opportunities for continuing to grow the Welsh food and drink industry following its success in achieving sales of nearly £7.5 billion this year?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Wales's food and drink sector has never been in better health, with growth in the UK and export markets, and a rising reputation. We are now working with the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board on a new strategic plan, building on widely supported proposals on which consultation took place last year.

Photo of Siân Gwenllian Siân Gwenllian Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Does the Welsh Government have any plans to ensure that every pupil in Wales learns the history and stories of Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

It is essential that all children across Wales have the opportunity to learn about the diverse history of our nation, and as such, the local and national contexts are a golden thread, which will run through every aspect of the curriculum.