7. Statement by the Minister for Health and Social Services: Update on the decarbonisation programme for health and social care

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 6:11 pm on 2 November 2021.

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Photo of Baroness Mair Eluned Morgan Baroness Mair Eluned Morgan Labour 6:11, 2 November 2021

Thanks very much, Gareth, and you'll be aware from the statement that I have just announced that we are absolutely focused on social care. In that statement, I drew attention to a lot of the work that's being done in care, in particular in north Wales, and I talked about Wrexham and the way that they are using new fabrics to make sure that they improve the efficiency of their buildings, but also that places like Flintshire are making sure that they improve the efficiency of their care homes through putting up solar panels. So, I think it's fair to say that many of these councils are taking these steps really seriously. I am pleased that you drew attention to this because we are very aware that this is an area that does need some focus, but I am assured that this sector is very much enthusiastic about being a part of this revolution that we all need to undertake