Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 2 February 2021.

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Photo of David Lloyd David Lloyd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What assessment has the First Minister made of the provision of rehabilitation services during periods of COVID-19 restrictions?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government has identified essential rehabilitation that health boards should maintain at all times. For routine rehabilitation, allied health professionals continue to innovate making effective use of telephone, video and group consultations, as well as face to face. NHS Wales launched its COVID recovery app on 20 January.

Photo of Neil McEvoy Neil McEvoy Independent

(Translated) What risk assessments has the Welsh Government carried out to date in relation to the effects of lockdowns in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We continue routinely to publish the expert advice, evidence, data and impact assessments of the actions we are taking to save lives and reduce the spread of coronavirus. These are available on the Welsh Government website.

Photo of Laura Anne Jones Laura Anne Jones Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the progress of vaccination of priority groups in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our national vaccination strategy set clear milestones for delivery. By the middle of February, we aim to have offered first doses of the vaccine to those in priority cohorts 1 to 4. Whilst this is challenging and dependent on a range factors, not least supply, we are making good progress. 

Photo of Michelle Brown Michelle Brown Independent

(Translated) What assessment has Welsh Government made of the most effective ways to help children catch up on the education they have missed during the pandemic?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

All learners have been impacted by the pandemic, with challenges for their learning and well-being, particularly those already disadvantaged. We have provided nearly £40 million to support schools and learners. We work with our partners to develop a comprehensive, medium-term support plan, which will be published in the coming months.