Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 2 November 2021.

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Photo of Delyth Jewell Delyth Jewell Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What assessment has the Welsh Government made of the importance of protecting young people’s mental health and wellbeing?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Research suggests that around 80 per cent of mental health issues begin when individuals are young and that is why improving and protecting the mental well-being of our children and young people is a key priority for the Welsh Government. We are taking a cross-government and multi-agency approach to do so.

Photo of Altaf Hussain Altaf Hussain Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to grow the economy of South Wales West?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are taking widespread action to invest in business, in people and in infrastructure to support a fairer, greener and more prosperous economy in South Wales West, working closely with wide-ranging partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Photo of Janet Finch-Saunders Janet Finch-Saunders Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the electric vehicle charging strategy for Wales action plan?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The action plan that accompanies the electric vehicle charging strategy for Wales was published in March 2021. Together, the documents plan to increase the provision of the various types of charging infrastructure required to encourage and keep pace with the adoption of electric vehicles.

Photo of James Evans James Evans Conservative

(Translated) What is the Welsh Government doing to educate young people on the dangers of social media?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Social media provides both risks and rewards for young people. Through the 'keeping safe online' area of Hwb, we provide extensive resources and guidance to support online safety education, and equip this generation with skills to manage the risks of social media.

Photo of Sam Rowlands Sam Rowlands Conservative

(Translated) What assessment has the First Minister made of the role that farmers can play in tackling climate change?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Welsh farmers can play a vital role in tackling climate change by reducing on-farm emissions through a range of approaches, including improved efficiency in livestock and crop production, nutrient management and increasing sustainability of farm technology and infrastructure. We will continue to support farmers to adopt low-carbon practices.  

Photo of John Griffiths John Griffiths Labour

(Translated) What steps is Welsh Government taking to strengthen and develop grassroots sport?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our programme for government sets out our commitments to further develop and strengthen grass-roots sport by investing in facilities and taking measures to improve access to sporting opportunities, particularly for underrepresented groups.