Questions to the Minister for Rural Affairs and North Wales, and Trefnydd

QNR – in the Senedd on 29 June 2022.

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Photo of Gareth Davies Gareth Davies Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Welsh Government taking to support farmers in the Vale of Clwyd?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

I recently announced a package of support worth over £227 million, including for schemes ranging from nutrient management, various small grants and organic conversion.  These schemes are available to farmers across Wales, and including the Vale of Clwyd.

My officials will also consider derogation requests from farmers experiencing hardship due to the current economic situation.

Photo of John Griffiths John Griffiths Labour

(Translated) What are the Welsh Government's priorities for improving animal welfare in Wales?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

Our Animal Welfare Plan for Wales sets out the Welsh Government’s priorities and how we will deliver our Programme for Government commitments in this area. During this Government’s term, we will introduce a broad range of policies building on our high welfare standards for farmed, companion and other kept animals.

Photo of Adam Price Adam Price Plaid Cymru

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government supporting agricultural businesses in Carmarthen East and Dinefwr in the face of rising costs for essential supplies like fuel and fertiliser?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

The UK Agriculture Market Monitoring Group meets regularly to assess inflation rates of input costs. On 1 April, I announced a package of support for farmers, foresters, land managers and food businesses worth over £227 million over the next three years, supporting the resilience of agriculture and the rural economy.

Photo of Siân Gwenllian Siân Gwenllian Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with other Ministers regarding plans to improve Bangor city centre?

Photo of Lesley Griffiths Lesley Griffiths Labour

(Translated)

Ensuring the vibrancy of our town centres is a priority within our Programme for Government and has therefore been discussed at Cabinet. Both myself and the Deputy Minister for Climate Change have visited Bangor in recent months to meet key stakeholders to discuss regeneration plans for the city.