Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 15 March 2022.

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Photo of Paul Davies Paul Davies Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to support the economy in west Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Amongst the actions taken is ongoing support for the projects that comprises the Swansea bay city deal. These projects focus on economic development in all parts of west Wales.

Photo of Sioned Williams Sioned Williams Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What is the Government doing to reduce the unpaid care burden that falls mainly on women?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The unpaid care burden has been prioritised in our work to achieve gender equality. We are expanding our childcare offer and committed to work in social partnership to eliminate the pay gap for gender, race and ethnicity by 2050. In 2021-22 we invested £10 million to support unpaid carers. 

Photo of John Griffiths John Griffiths Labour

(Translated) What is the Welsh Government's latest assessment of the impact on devolved responsibilities of the war in Ukraine?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Wales is a nation of sanctuary, ready to play its part in response to this devastating crisis. The Welsh Government and all Welsh public services stand in solidarity with Ukraine, and we are ready to provide practical support and humanitarian assistance to people fleeing who want to come to Wales.

Photo of Jack Sargeant Jack Sargeant Labour

(Translated) What discussions has the Welsh Government had with local government colleagues about local authorities' public sector pension scheme investments?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Minister for Finance and Local Government recently discussed the extent of Russian-linked investments in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Leaders confirmed very limited exposure and that steps were in hand to divest from such funds. Previous discussions have included how investment can support Wales's net-zero commitment.