Neonicotinoid Pesticides

Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs – in the Senedd at 2:15 pm on 3 February 2021.

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Photo of David Lloyd David Lloyd Plaid Cymru 2:15, 3 February 2021

Thank you, Minister. I listened to the previous answer, plainly, but also national boundaries, I would contend, mean little or nothing when it comes to our beloved pollinators, my little bees. So, can you commit to ruling out the use of neonicotinoid pesticides in Wales for as long as possible—forever, I would contend? And how concerned are you with regard to this change in environmental regulations by the UK Government coming so soon after leaving the EU? Is it just the first of many potential changes in environmental regulations, and how can we defend Wales from any further changes in this matter? Diolch.