(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the choices available to parents when it comes to settings for their children's education?

Children may receive education through school settings or other means for example elective home education.  Most learners receive their education in mainstream school.  Local authorities are able to make arrangements for Education Other Than at School for learners who require tailored support away from mainstream settings.

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to reduce the attainment gap in Wales?

We are reviewing this area and plan to publish a Strategy for Educational Equity early next year. Also the Curriculum for Wales is central to our aspirations for learners’ attainment. Through the Renew and Reform plan, we have committed £160m, with a clear focus on support for disadvantaged learners.

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the pay and conditions of those working in higher education?

Universities are autonomous bodies, independent of government, and are responsible for their own administrative affairs. The Welsh Government has no authority to intervene on administrative matters such as pay and remuneration, which are the responsibility of institutional governing bodies.