Part of Questions to the Deputy Minister and Chief Whip – in the Senedd at 2:32 pm on 2 February 2021.
Thank you, Deputy Minister, and I'd like to extend my thanks to all those who work so hard to keep our communities safe in these very difficult times.
During the pandemic, my constituency has experienced a notable increase in anti-social and dangerous behaviour by off-road motorcycles illegally using popular walking paths and other public rights of way. The laudable work of Welsh Government to open up our walking paths and allow fully inclusive use has, with the removal of barriers, made it much easier for off-road motorcycles to use such paths, and more difficult for the police to enforce the law and keep residents safe. What discussions have you had with South Wales Police and with the police and crime commissioner about how this intractable problem can best be tackled?