Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 17 March 2020.

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Photo of Joyce Watson Joyce Watson Labour

(Translated) What steps has the Welsh Government taken to close the gender pay-gap in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The causes of the gender pay gap across Wales are complex. The gender equality review identified a number of practical actions including providing childcare support, creating training opportunities, tackling discrimination and supporting women and girls into non-traditional careers.

Photo of Janet Finch-Saunders Janet Finch-Saunders Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the provision of intensive care in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Last July,the Minister for Health and Social Services set out a nationally directed programme for critical care to improve capacity across Wales, including £15 million additional funding. As part of the COVID-19 response, surge plans are in place to increase the availability of critical care.