Questions to the Minister for Climate Change

QNR – in the Senedd on 2 March 2022.

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Photo of Llyr Gruffydd Llyr Gruffydd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What is the Welsh Government doing to bring partners together to improve nutrient management in Welsh rivers?

Photo of Julie James Julie James Labour

(Translated)

We are committed to improving water quality but we need an integrated catchment approach focussing on multi-sector co-operation. We are driving this work forward through the special areas of conservation rivers oversight group, better river water quality task group and nutrient management boards, which have representatives from all relevant sectors.

Photo of Laura Anne Jones Laura Anne Jones Conservative

(Translated) What action has the Welsh Government taken to reduce river pollution in South Wales East?

Photo of Julie James Julie James Labour

Investment, legislative drivers and a robust regulatory framework will drive evidence-led improvements to river water quality. We are committed to improving water quality but we cannot do this alone. We are leading an integrated catchment approach, focusing on multisector co-operation and nature-based solutions.  

Photo of Rhianon Passmore Rhianon Passmore Labour

(Translated) What initiatives is the Welsh Government undertaking to involve the people of Islwyn in a national conversation about nature?

Photo of Julie James Julie James Labour

We are working with Natural Resources Wales to hold a national conversation about the future of our natural environment. The aim is to collaboratively develop a shared vision that we turn into action. The people of Islwyn can participate via a survey, online workshops or volunteering for a focus group.

Photo of Russell George Russell George Conservative

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government supporting communities in mid Wales following flooding events as a result of the recent storms?

Photo of Julie James Julie James Labour

Our funding objectives and strategic priorities, set out in our national flood strategy and the programme for government, are to reduce flood risk to communities and businesses across Wales. We may consider support following flooding on a case by-case basis.