(Translated) What support does the Welsh Government provide to help people into public sector careers?

Through services such as Working Wales and Careers Wales, we provide a range of opportunities to support people into careers within the public sector. These include activities such as jobs fairs and careers interviews, as well as apprenticeships.  

(Translated) What assessment has the Minister made of the decline in passenger numbers at Cardiff Airport?

We are working closely with Cardiff Airport regarding its recovery from the pandemic. The Airport provides the Welsh Government with quarterly reports for us to monitor their performance. The Airport is on track to exceed the 700,000 number of passengers forecasted by the end of this Financial Year.

(Translated) What assessment has the Minister made of the impact on the local and Welsh economy of Sony UK Technology manufacturing operations based in Pencoed?

Sony is a significant local employer and is an example of the benefits that inward investors can bring to our economy. Their Incubator Centre is home to around 29 tenant companies with around 228 employees. The Welsh Government has supported the plant throughout its time here and continues to do so.

(Translated) What support is the Government providing for businesses in South Wales East who are still feeling the effects of the COVID pandemic?

We will continue to support businesses to grow and thrive post pandemic throughout Wales with our partners and stakeholders as set out in our Regional Economic Frameworks.