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Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd at on 9 May 2017.

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Photo of David Lloyd David Lloyd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's efforts to promote alternative fuels in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

We undertake a range of activities to support the use of alternative fuels in line with our commitment to reduce energy generated from fossil fuels. This includes support to companies producing hydrogen fuelled cars and our extensive work and funding for the SPECIFIC innovation and knowledge centre in Baglan.

Photo of Paul Davies Paul Davies Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline what the Welsh Government is doing to support businesses in west Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

We continue to provide a wide range of support to small businesses in Wales through the Business Wales service. We also provide infrastructure investment and actions which improve business conditions.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the Welsh Government's plans to tackle homelessness?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Our focus on homelessness prevention is having a positive impact but I will not be happy while any individual or family faces homelessness. We continue to work with authorities and their partners to strengthen support for those who are homeless, sleeping rough and at risk of homelessness.

Photo of Rhianon Passmore Rhianon Passmore Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline what actions the Welsh Government is taking to protect Wales's unique landscape?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government recognises the significant economic and cultural contribution our iconic landscapes make to Wales. Action is taken to core fund our three national park authorities. Our natural resource management policies ensure that the unique landscapes within national parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty are managed and protected.

Photo of Janet Finch-Saunders Janet Finch-Saunders Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the special measures status of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Betsi Cadwaladr university health board remains in special measures. Progress is being made in key areas and we expect to see further improvements during the current phase of work.

Photo of Mohammad Asghar Mohammad Asghar Conservative

(Translated) What plans does the Welsh Government have to review speed limits on roads in Wales?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We have already reviewed the speed limits on our trunk road network. The results were made available in 2015 and we will be carrying out an update of the review this summer.

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