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Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd at on 22 June 2021.

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Photo of Mike Hedges Mike Hedges Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's strategy to grow the economy of the Swansea Bay city region?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

The Welsh Government works closely with key partners and stakeholders to build regional opportunities which arise from the many natural advantages and strengths of the area, including a viable marine renewable sector.

Photo of Joel James Joel James Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister provide an update on the Cynon Gateway North link road proposals?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Since 2018 we have awarded £2 million via our local transport fund to Rhondda Cynon Taf for scheme development. This is a council-led scheme and they are currently undertaking a Welsh transport appraisal guidance stage 3 study.

Photo of Sarah Murphy Sarah Murphy Labour

(Translated) Will the First Minister outline the Welsh Government's plans to support young people seeking employment, education or training opportunities?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

We have committed in the programme for government to deliver a young persons guarantee, giving everyone under 25 the offer of work, education, training, or self‑employment. The Minister for Economy will make an oral statement with further details on 29 June.

Photo of Llyr Gruffydd Llyr Gruffydd Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What environmental targets does the Welsh Government intend to set during the sixth Senedd?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

(Translated)

We are committed to setting environmental targets including further recycling targets and improving air quality. We are also setting national milestones to measure progress towards the well-being goals. While targets have a role in achieving our environmental ambitions it is the underpinning action to deliver which is important.

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