, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the First Minister
Thank you.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the First Minister
Thank you very much. I'm very aware that time is scarce and that there are many questions to ask. Just to go back to the question of funding, obviously, we've concentrated on Horizon, but there were a number of different financial schemes. You've mentioned in…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the First Minister
If I could, therefore, specifically in terms of Horizon, may I ask you what response have you had, therefore, from the UK Government in making these arguments? And how much of a concern is it to you in terms of all the relations and links, and we know the…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Papers to note
Yes, if I may echo those comments, because I'm still none the wiser as to whether the national collections are safe in Amgueddfa Cymru or the National Library of Wales. And I think that if there is a risk, an ongoing risk, then we need to have a mature…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with Members of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly
Diolch.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with Members of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly
Thank you very much. If I may just pick up on that final point, in terms of committee work, then, in particular, obviously, those are often cross-party, cross-Parliament recommendations. Do you think there's an opportunity for greater scrutiny in terms of how…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with Members of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly
Diolch, Gadeirydd. Good morning, both. I’ve already declared an interest as someone that represents the Senedd on BIPA, and I can see my colleagues thinking that I have a very tough gig after what you described in terms of the last meeting, but I’m looking…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the Cherish Project
Thank you.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the Cherish Project
If I may just ask one final question, perhaps, in terms of the uncertainty around Horizon, then, is that making it difficult in terms of taking projects further at the moment—so, in terms of the next stage of CHERISH?
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the Cherish Project
Thank you. If I may just follow up on that, obviously, I don't want to put words in your mouth, but if the UK doesn't sign up to Horizon, there's potentially a risk, then, in terms of potential projects.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with the Cherish Project
Diolch. Obviously, we had the opportunity—. You had the wonderful exhibition here showcasing the project, and it was really great to see Irish partners. We're looking at the relationship between Wales and Ireland, and, obviously, interested in terms of this…
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Introductions, apologies, substitutions and declarations of interest
May I just declare that I represent the Welsh Parliament on the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly, because we do have witnesses from that organisation later?
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
Thank you, Minister, and, certainly, we have communicated a great deal about that specific case, but I want to look at the wider point in terms of investment in new schools across Wales. And specifically, Rhieni dros Addysg Gymraeg have been part of a number…
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
Thank you, Llywydd. Recently, Minister, you announced capital investment of £44.7 million for three new net-zero schools. In making that announcement, you said, and I quote: 'These three projects are extremely exciting as well as a blueprint for our future…
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Climate Change
Thank you, Minister, and, certainly, in looking at the region that I represent, where NRW has funded flood action groups in Dinas Powys and Gelli, they have been successful, but, unfortunately, particularly when the funding comes to an end, in the case of…
, Plenary
Questions to the Minister for Climate Change
3. What support does the Welsh Government provide to communities that want to establish flood action groups? OQ59428
, Plenary
Statement by the Deputy Minister for Social Services: Historical Adoption Practices
Thank you to the Deputy Minister for this very important statement. This is something that forces us to reflect on the importance of having our own Senedd here in Wales, that we can put right some of the wrongs of the past, and to give that important apology…
, Plenary
Statement by the Minister for Education and the Welsh Language: Progress Update on the Welsh in Education Workforce Plan
Thank you, Minister, for this afternoon's statement. Clearly, there are many things to be welcomed here, and, certainly, this will be a challenge for us in terms of the ambition of reaching that target of a million Welsh speakers by 2050, but I'm pleased to…
, Plenary
Statement by the Minister for Climate Change: The 2023-24 Flood Programme
Thank you, Minister, for the important announcement today. I am very pleased that both our parties have been able to work together, and I know constituents are delighted that over £14 million-worth of work will be undertaken in South Wales Central, and many…
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
Great. Thank you. No further questions from me, Chair.
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
So, your involvement is sustained, then.
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Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
Thank you. That may be something for us to reflect in our report. If I may, Steven, obviously research does form part of the action plan, so perhaps you could outline to us how you're involved, if at all, in terms of that, or if there are any opportunities…
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Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
That's absolutely fine. In terms of the co-operation, obviously, you outlined at the beginning the close links that you have established with Ireland. I presume, as local authorities, you'd be keen for that to continue.
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Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
Do you think there would be benefits from being more involved? Or do you think it's at the right level at the moment?
, Culture, Communications, Welsh Language, Sport, and International Relations Committee
Wales-Ireland relations: evidence session with recipients of EU funding
Thank you very much. Gwyn, if I could ask you specifically, you will be aware of the joint action plans between the Welsh and Irish Governments—are you, as a county council, part of those activities in the joint action plans? I would be grateful to know what…
