, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Scrutiny of the Welsh Language Commissioner - Autumn 2023
Diolch. Bore da. I'm learning Welsh, so—
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Appointment of temporary Chair
I second Llyr.
, Plenary
Statement by the Minister for Economy: Investment Zones
Businesses and the public sector in north-east Wales, they'd focused on advanced manufacturing, but also the creative and digital industries. I see so much potential for north Wales in this emerging fast-growing industry. We’ve got Theatr Clwyd, Wrexham…
, Plenary
Statement by the Minister for Social Justice and Chief Whip: Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Annual Report 2022-23
Diolch. At the animal welfare cross-party group yesterday, we heard from a representative of the Links Group. She said how pets are often used as manipulation, and also that pet abuse can be a sign of child or parent abuse, and we saw some horrific…
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Questions to the First Minister
Thank you for your response, First Minister. Many expect that NRW and our councils maintain all ditches and drains and that sandbags are provided. Perhaps before austerity, but with limited resources and increasing flood events, it's too much nowadays. There…
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Questions to the First Minister
5. How is the Welsh Government making landowners aware of the importance of proper maintenance of culverts and ditches for flood prevention? OQ60190
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Okay. Thank you.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
As a previous councillor, I remember, annually, there'd be a complaint that they would have to debate whether or not to accept the remuneration that had been put forward by the remuneration panel. And if that could be taken away from councils, it would be a…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Can I just ask another question?
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Chair, can I just come in? This was actually raised during our evidence-gathering session, that socioeconomic background was important, if you want people from diverse backgrounds, people that want to make a difference and can bring a lot to it, to this job…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Thank you.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
No. I just thought I'd like to mention it.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
I think you've covered quite a lot of it with Peredur just now, regarding that, clarification regarding the financial assistance. In past discussions, we did hear evidence on how important the surveys will be on people who want to stand in elections and why…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Okay, thank you.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Thank you. Okay, and just one more question. Section 26 of the Bill makes changes to existing provisions on surveys of councillors and unsuccessful candidates in local elections. Can you explain why section 26 changes the power for Welsh Ministers to make…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Some more questions on diversity and accessibility, please. Section 3.52 of the explanatory memorandum states that 'electoral law in Wales is open to challenge in respect of disabled voters having the means to vote independently and in secret, without…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Okay, thank you very much.
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
And just, really, what will happen to the Wales Electoral Coordination Board's, the voluntary one's, functions around reserved elections? And what will happen to it once the electoral management board is established? Will it fold? Will it stop functioning?
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Okay. Earlier, you referred to Scotland. The Electoral Management Board for Scotland states that it seeks to operate 'by consensus rather than formal direction, wherever possible.' The electoral management board established by this Bill—will it operate in a…
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Okay, thank you. How will it be accountable to the Senedd?
, Local Government and Housing Committee
Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill: Evidence from the Counsel General and Minister for the Constitution
Just some questions regarding the electoral management board. How will the functions the electoral management board carry out—? How will the functions that it will carry out differ from the voluntary Wales Electoral Coordination Board?
, Plenary
Plaid Cymru Debate: Transport for Wales
Public transport is a hugely important part of building a greener and more equal Wales. I travel via rail frequently from north to south Wales, occasionally on the north Wales main line, Wrexham to Bidston, and other services across the country and border…
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Topical Questions
Thank you, Jack Sargeant, for raising this today. My property was impacted by flooding, and I couldn't get home either to do anything about it because the train lines were flooded as well. Landowners need to take responsibility. They need to make sure that…
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Statement by the Minister for Climate Change: Welsh Housing Quality Standard 2023
I welcome this statement, Minister. In every community, you can see investment in our social housing brought about through the WHQS and Welsh Government investment in capital enveloping schemes, new windows, roofs, doors and insulation, making them warmer…
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Questions to the First Minister
I welcome that new trains will be rolled out. They are urgently needed on the services Llyr Gruffydd mentioned. I'm also concerned regarding Network Rail's plans to cut jobs and massively reduce rail renewals, as the UK Government continues to slash public…
