Part of 1. Questions to the First Minister – in the Senedd at 2:03 pm on 21 June 2022.
Thank you, First Minister. First Minister, the pandemic has shone a harsh light on inequalities in Wales, and much of this was seen through the delivery of our education system while parents struggled to be both parent and teacher for their children, and also when the welfare of children became a concern during a prolonged absence from the classroom. The crisis now with the cost of living is forcing parents to meet another challenge, and one where we might see an increase in school absences as parents attempt to find cheaper holidays during school time. What discussions has he had with colleagues in Government and across our school system to assess the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on school attendance? Thank you.