11. Plaid Cymru Debate: Coverage of the Six Nations

Part of the debate – in the Senedd on 11 March 2020.

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(Translated)

Motion NDM7297 Siân Gwenllian

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

1. Notes the importance of sport of all kinds to cultural and civic identity in Wales.

2. Believes that the ability to enjoy sports should be as accessible as possible to the widest range of our nation's population.

3. Is concerned about reports that coverage of the six nations rugby matches will only be available to view on a pay-per-view basis in the future.

4. Believes that access to national rugby coverage is key to ensuring that young people participate in grass roots rugby.

5. Believes that the coverage of Wales six nations rugby games should continue to be available for all to view for free and calls on the Welsh Government to do everything in its ability to achieve this.