Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 8 November 2022.

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Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative

(Translated) How is the Welsh Government ensuring accessibility of financial services in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

With so many banks disappearing from our high streets, we are working with Monmouthshire Building Society to establish a community bank. We also recognise the huge importance of post offices and credit unions in providing access to financial services in our communities.

Photo of Tom Giffard Tom Giffard Conservative

(Translated) How does the Welsh Government ensure that children from poorer backgrounds reach their potential in the Welsh education system?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Minister for Education and the Welsh Language set out a range of measures to tackle the impact of poverty on educational attainment in his statement to the Chamber on 22 March. The Minister has committed to bringing forward a statement updating Members on progress before the end of term.