Thank you very much, Deputy Presiding Officer, and thank you, Minister, for your statement. I would like to ask about the effect of lockdown on the provision of skills training in the further education sector. Qualifications Wales has announced that steps will be taken to award vocational qualifications this summer for learners impacted by the virus emergency. Could the Minister give me more details about the process and timescales in delivering these calculated results in the best interests of apprentices and those undertaking traineeships in Wales?

Following on from this point, could you provide some indications of when face-to-face instruction could be phased in, and when we can expect the reintroduction of assessments of vocational competence, especially in key skill sectors? Some further education staff have seen an increased workload due to learners needing extra mental health support and guidance during this difficult time. Minister, maintaining the same number of staff is essential to supporting learners to continue their studies and keep them engaged, though staff availability and staff safety are also very crucial at this crucial time.