Broadband at Gypsy and Traveller Sites

Part of Questions to the Deputy Minister and Chief Whip – in the Senedd at 2:51 pm on 15 September 2020.

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Photo of Jenny Rathbone Jenny Rathbone Labour 2:51, 15 September 2020

So, from what you're saying, Minister, I gather that half the Gypsy and Traveller sites have no broadband to enable pupils to be able to access the curriculum in the event that they're unable to attend school because of further lockdowns. What conversations have you had with the local government Minister, and indeed the education Minister, to ensure that this is a top priority for local authorities, given that your department has made money available specifically for this purpose? It's disappointing that this work hasn't been carried out over the summer once the lockdown restrictions were relaxed. So, I'd be very grateful if it would be possible to publish the sites that still do not have any broadband whatsoever.