Thanks to the Welsh Government and the Minister for bringing forward today's debate on the 2022-23 draft budget, a draft budget that I, and I'm sure many people across Wales, have eagerly been waiting for. I'm sure all Members across the Chamber can agree that this budget has come at a difficult time, as we continue to move out of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it's clear from our side of the Chamber that this budget doesn't go far enough in delivering on the priorities of the people of Wales. As outlined by my colleague Peter Fox in his response to this draft budget, our local services have gone under huge pressure following the pandemic. I've mentioned many times in the Chamber before that it's extremely important to keep noting during this pandemic that councils in particular have gone above and beyond in providing exceptional services to our local communities.