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Questions to the Minister for Social Justice

QNR – in the Senedd at on 30 June 2021.

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Photo of Luke Fletcher Luke Fletcher Plaid Cymru

(Translated) What plans does the Welsh Government have to pursue the devolution of the administration of welfare?

Photo of Jane Hutt Jane Hutt Labour

I welcomed the ELGC committee report 'Benefits in Wales: options for better delivery'.  I will continue to follow up the committee’s recommendations to improve take-up of welfare benefits and to improve outcomes for people hardest hit by the pandemic.

Photo of Huw Irranca-Davies Huw Irranca-Davies Labour

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with police and crime commissioners in Wales regarding local community engagement on policing and community safety?

Photo of Jane Hutt Jane Hutt Labour

The Welsh Government has a close partnership with the Welsh police. A key part of this is that I meet regularly with the lead police and crime commissioner to discuss a range of issues that impact on community safety. 

Photo of Russell George Russell George Conservative

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on the progress of the community bank of Wales?

Photo of Jane Hutt Jane Hutt Labour

Wales is leading the way to establish the first community bank in the UK. The private sector partner brings experienced and licenced competency, reduces risk, cost and timelines. We remain on track to establish the community bank for Wales before the end of 2021.

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