(Translated) What assessment has the Minister made of rural poverty in Mid and West Wales?

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Area analysis such as the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation alongside programme data help shape our response to poverty in rural areas. We know that rising inflation and energy price rises, alongside planned tax increases, will see many more households struggling financially, including those in rural Mid and West Wales.

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with police forces across Wales regarding the links between modern slavery and unregulated car washes?

I have not met police forces on the specific issue of unregulated car washes.  However, we regularly engage the police and other partners on the Modern Slavery agenda, including in regular meetings of the Wales Anti-Slavery Leadership Group, Operational Delivery Group and Regional Anti-Slavery Groups. 

(Translated) What additional steps is the Welsh Government taking to ensure that people do not go hungry in light of the cost-of-living crisis?

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As part of the Household Support fund, I announced £500,000 revenue funding to support community food organisations which are experiencing increased demand as a result of the decision by the UK Government to remove the £20 uplift for Universal Credit and Working Tax Credit claimants.