Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd on 31 January 2023.

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Photo of Luke Fletcher Luke Fletcher Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the Government's work relating to a four-day week?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We recognise the benefits of a shorter working week alongside other forms of flexible working, and we work in social partnership to encourage progressive and fair working practices. Officials discussed these issues with social partners at the joint executive committee of the workforce partnership council on 27 January. 

Photo of Hefin David Hefin David Labour

(Translated) What support is the Welsh Government providing for children with additional learning needs in Caerphilly? 

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We are in the second year of the three-year planned implementation of our additional learning needs and education tribunal Act. From 2023, annual support for that implementation will be £25.5 million to support system improvement.

Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative

(Translated) How does the First Minister ensure that the social model of disability is implemented by the Welsh Government?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government is committed to applying and embedding the social model of disability throughout everything it does. The work of the disability rights taskforce is based on a common understanding of the social model of disability, human rights and co-production.