Questions to the Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism

QNR – in the Senedd on 23 September 2020.

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Photo of Joyce Watson Joyce Watson Labour

(Translated) How does the Welsh Government plan to support tourism for the next 12 months?

Photo of Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Independent

We fully recognise the pressures on the Tourism sector in Wales. We have provided considerable support via the Economic Resilience Fund and will continue to work with the sector to consider options for further support as well as pressing the UK Government to provide additional support.

Photo of Hefin David Hefin David Labour

(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on Welsh Government discussions with the travel industry regarding the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on tourism in Wales?

Photo of Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Independent

At the start of the pandemic I established a Covid 19 Tourism taskforce which has met weekly and includes representatives from across the visitor economy and across Wales. I have attended each meeting in full in order to discuss all issues associated with the pandemic including the imposition and lifting of restrictions.   

Photo of Laura Anne Jones Laura Anne Jones Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to support heritage organisations and historic attractions in Wales affected by the coronavirus outbreak?

Photo of Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Independent

The Welsh Government is helping to mitigate the effects of the pandemic on the heritage sector by providing financial support packages, guidance and advice. We are also in constant dialogue with the sector to better understand the impact of coronavirus and develop a long term vision for recovery.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) What assessment has the Welsh Government made of the impact of COVID-19 on community sport and physical activity in Wales?

Photo of Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas Independent

To assist our assessment of the long-term impact of Covid-19 on sport and physical activity, Sport Wales has undertaken significant research on how the pandemic has impacted participation rates, public confidence and the sport economy. This will help inform our approach as we examine the return to sport road map.