An Agriculture Bill For Wales

Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs – in the Senedd at 1:59 pm on 14 October 2020.

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Photo of Llyr Gruffydd Llyr Gruffydd Plaid Cymru 1:59, 14 October 2020

(Translated)

Thank you very much for your response. I know that you'll be aware of the report published recently by Farming Connect, 'Language of the Land', and we know about the census figures that show that 43 per cent of agricultural workers speak Welsh, as compared to 19 per cent of the general population. Now, under the well-being of future generations Act, the Welsh language and culture are a pillar that stands side by side with economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and social sustainability pillars. So, with that in mind, can you tell us whether payments for public goods should be extended to invest in the sustainability of the Welsh language in rural areas?