Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure

QNR – in the Senedd at on 25 January 2017.

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Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary outline his priorities for improving transport in south-east Wales in 2017?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

The national transport FINANCE Plan, published in July 2015, sets out investment for transport and infrastructure and services for 2015-20 across all parts of Wales.

Photo of Nathan Gill Nathan Gill Independent

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on transport infrastructure in North Wales?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

As set out in the national transport finance plan, we are making significant investments to modernise road and public transport infrastructure across North Wales and continue to press the UK Government for delivery of the schemes identified in the Network Rail’s Welsh route study in control period 6.

Photo of Caroline Jones Caroline Jones UKIP

(Translated) What actions is the Welsh Government taking to improve tourism in South Wales West?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Our tourism strategy sets out our priorities to support the tourism industry. South Wales West offers a wide range of heritage, landscapes, activities and tourism destinations. These are promoted and marketed through our Visit Wales website, with capital and revenue support available for business development and regional support.

Photo of Siân Gwenllian Siân Gwenllian Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on the Welsh Government's vision for fair economic development across Wales?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

(Translated)

We recognise that prosperity brings security to individuals, families and communities and ‘Taking Wales Forward’ sets out our commitments to deliver prosperity for all.

Photo of Mike Hedges Mike Hedges Labour

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary make a statement on proposed infrastructure improvements in the Swansea Bay City region?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

We are working with partners on a range of infrastructure improvements, including better quality transport and digital connectivity.

Photo of Nick Ramsay Nick Ramsay Conservative

(Translated) What actions is the Cabinet Secretary taking to support small businesses in Monmouthshire?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Business support is available for entrepreneurs, micro, small and medium-sized businesses across Wales through our Business Wales service. Our focus remains on supporting innovation-driven entrepreneurs, jobs and the economy.

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