Questions to the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs

QNR – in the Senedd on 24 June 2020.

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Photo of Russell George Russell George Conservative

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government supporting farmers in mid Wales?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

Farmers in mid Wales and across Wales are eligible for both the new Welsh dairy support scheme and the various Farming Connect support. Ninety-eight per cent of farm businesses in mid Wales have also received their full 2019 basic payment scheme payment, worth over £82.9 million.

Photo of David Lloyd David Lloyd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the importance of tidal lagoons in delivering the Welsh Government’s renewable energy objectives?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

Renewable generation in Wales already provides on average half of our electricity. Accelerating delivery of our ambitious climate targets can support recovery from the impacts of coronavirus. Marine energy, including tidal lagoons, could play a part in delivering the energy ambition we set out in the 'Wales National Marine Plan'.

Photo of Darren Millar Darren Millar Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to promote animal welfare during the Covid-19 pandemic?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

We have issued guidance, working with the veterinary profession and existing companion animal welfare groups. We have also established our own farmed animal health and welfare group to specifically consider impact of COVID-19 on animal welfare. Promoting high standards of animal welfare remains a priority, despite the challenges we are facing.

Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative

(Translated) Has the Welsh Government made an assessment of how the coronavirus pandemic has affected those in fuel poverty?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

The impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on households already struggling to meet the cost of their energy is being assessed. This will be shared alongside our draft plan to tackle fuel poverty, which will be published for consultation by the end of September.