2. Business Statement and Announcement

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 2:26 pm on 27 September 2022.

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Photo of James Evans James Evans Conservative 2:26, 27 September 2022

Minister, planning and other appeals were removed from the joint agency between the UK and Welsh Government and placed within the planning and environment directorate within the Welsh Government. We were told this would improve the service and deliver the changes that Wales needs. In the 11 months since the change, the average delay in even opening the appeals application has increased from just a handful of weeks to 20 weeks—what it is currently. So, can we have a written statement or an update from the Minister for Climate Change on what steps she is taking to decrease the ever-increasing waiting times, and if any fundamental changes will be made to that department to increase performance?