Siambr · Dan Thomas
Written questions
320 written questions on record from the Seventh Senedd on, newest first. Page 2 of 7.
WQ100111 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister outline what was discussed in his recent meeting with YesCymru, and provide the minutes of the meeting?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness & the Constitution
Ministers and officials regularly engage with a wide range of stakeholders. The Welsh Government does not routinely publish minutes of such meetings.
WQ100110 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Cabinet Minister made of any potential negative impact the one million Welsh speakers by 2050 target is having on the Welsh language?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
The target of one million Welsh speakers by 2050 has had a positive impact by setting a clear and ambitious direction for the growth of the Welsh language. While the number of speakers is an important measure, it is not enough on its own. The future of the Welsh language also depends on increasing the use of the language, strengthening intergenerational transmission, and ensuring that there are more opportunities for people to use Welsh in their daily lives.
WQ100109 · Tabled · Answered
What consideration has the Welsh Government given to emulating the Gaeltacht in the Republic of Ireland as an option to support preservation of the Welsh language?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
We regularly review best practice in other countries and regions, including approaches used in Ireland and Scotland, as we consider how best to support Welsh as a living community language.
Every country has its own linguistic, social and legal context. The Commission for Welsh-speaking Communities considered international evidence, alongside evidence from Wales, in developing its proposals for designating areas of higher density linguistic significance. We have accepted the principle of designation, which would allow policy to respond to the particular circumstances of communities where Welsh remains an important language of everyday life, while continuing to support Welsh in every part of Wales.
As I set out in my recent oral statement, we are now developing a plan to protect areas of higher linguistic density through current powers and non-legislative approaches, while also exploring legislation to establish a system of designation. We will work with local authorities and other partners as this work develops, informed by the Commission’s recommendations and evidence from Prosiect BRO.
Our approach therefore draws on international experience but does not seek to replicate the Gaeltacht. It is a distinct approach designed for Wales: one that provides targeted support for communities where Welsh is widely used, while maintaining the principle that Welsh belongs to us all and should thrive in every community.
WQ100053 · Tabled · Answered
Will decolonisation and the Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan have any influence on the new culture and sport strategy for Wales?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
On 5 August, I launched a Call for Evidence for a new Culture and Sport strategy. At its heart is ensuring equity of access and opportunity for everyone living in Wales to engage with, and experience, these vital sectors. Details about the consultation can be found on the Welsh Government’s website: https://www.gov.wales/vision-culture-and-sport-wales-call-evidence
WQ100037 · Tabled · Answered
What progress has the Welsh Government made in drafting the legislation to place regional partnership boards on a statutory footing, as outlined in the Welsh Government's 100 day plan?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
To support delivery of this commitment, Ministers have commissioned an independent review of the legislative and structural arrangements supporting health and social care integration in Wales. This review will inform decisions on next steps.
It will assess the maturity and impact of current integration arrangements in Wales, including the role of Regional Partnership Boards. It will also consider comparative approaches from across the UK and relevant international models.
The report, which will be completed within the first 100 days of this Government, will set out evidence-based options for Ministers' consideration, including options for legislation. Further engagement with system leaders, stakeholders and people with lived experience will take place over the Autumn to inform the scope and development of proposals for further action.
This approach seeks to build transparency and consensus around the change needed to strengthen health and social care integration in Wales.
WQ100028 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister list all the nationalities represented among people who have received support, either directly or indirectly, under, or in connection with, the Wales Sanctuary Service?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The Welsh Government does not hold recorded information providing a comprehensive breakdown by nationality of all people who have received support, either directly or indirectly, under or in connection with the Wales Sanctuary Service.
WQ100025 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99782, in which the Cabinet Minister stated 'we remain committed to working with LGBTQ+ communities to ensure the language used is inclusive', could she explain what she means by the + in the answer?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The “+” serves as an inclusive term, denoting a diversity of sexual orientations and gender identities not explicitly represented or fully captured by the letters L, G, B, T, or Q, and beyond those explicitly listed in the Equality Act 2010.
WQ100023 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister confirm on what date was the decision taken to retire the Sanctuary Wales website and replace it with guidance for refugees and asylum seekers on GOV.WALES, and who made that decision?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The Sanctuary Wales website was retired on 30 June 2026; the decision was made at Senior Civil Service level in January 2026.
WQ99966 · Tabled · No answer published
What steps is the Welsh Government taking to pilot a new wraparound Community Schools Plus programme, including how different funding streams will be consolidated to better embed specialist and trauma-informed support in schools, and how this will help address pupils’ mental health, wellbeing and behavioural challenges?
To be answered by: Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
WQ99965 · Tabled · Answered
Does this Welsh Government endorse the priority issues set out in the Wales position paper on migration published on 9 March 2020?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The position paper referenced in your question was published in 2020 by the 2016-2021 Welsh Government administration. Since then, a number of changes have been made by the UK Government to the UK immigration system which directly impact Wales, and reforms are ongoing.
This Welsh Government has been clear that we must have an immigration system that works for Wales.
WQ99950 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Cabinet Minister made of the transparency of contact between developers and Welsh Ministers during the determination of Developments of National Significance, and what action is the Welsh Government taking to increase transparency in that process?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
Decisions on applications for Developments of National Significance are based on an open and fair consideration of all relevant planning matters with the same information being available to all interested parties. Correspondence relevant to the determination of applications is published on the Planning Casework Portal on the Welsh Government website.
WQ99944 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister state the total cost of the Nation of Sanctuary Awards 2026, and state whether the Welsh Government will continue to fund the Awards going forward?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The Nation of Sanctuary Awards 2026 were organised and funded by the Welsh Refugee Council. The Welsh Government does not hold information on the total cost of the event.
As part of the Welsh Government’s contract with the Welsh Refugee Council to deliver the Wales Sanctuary Service, £2,596 plus VAT was allocated to the Nation of Sanctuary Awards in 2026.
We will consider future service needs and available budgets as part of decisions on any further funding.
WQ99942 · Tabled · Answered
Has the Cabinet Minister assessed whether any parts of the Welsh Government's 100-day plan will not be met by 26 August 2026, and if so, which ones?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness & the Constitution
I monitor progress against the commitments set out in the First 100 Days Plan on a weekly basis. Following the conclusion of the first 100 days, the First Minister and I will provide an update on delivery and publish a report setting out the progress made against the plan.
WQ99892 · Tabled · Answered
What consideration has the Welsh Government given to prohibiting pupils from or disciplining them for speaking to one another in their first language during the school day, including break times, lunch periods or other informal periods outside lessons?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
The Welsh Government considers that learners should be supported to gain skills in Welsh, English and International Languages inside and outside of the classroom. We do not have a policy prohibiting pupils from speaking to each other in their first language.
WQ99890 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Welsh Government made of whether legislative consent motions are non-binding on the UK Parliament?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness & the Constitution
Legislative consent motions do not legally bind the UK Parliament. As set out in the Counsel General’s Written Statement of 14 July 2026, putting the Sewel Convention on a firmer legislative footing would limit the UK Parliament’s ability to legislate on devolved matters without the Senedd’s consent. The Welsh Government believes this would strengthen the devolution settlement and be a positive step.
WQ99884 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Welsh Government confirm its reasoning for supporting local authorities that choose to seek sanctuary status for their councils or areas?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
I refer you to my previous answers to WQ99465, WQ99336, WQ99332, and to the answer provided by the Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning to WQ99117, which sets out the Welsh Government’s position.
WQ99883 · Tabled · No answer published
Will the Welsh Government rule out giving prisoners the vote during this Senedd term?
To be answered by: Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness & the Constitution
WQ99876 · Tabled · Answered
Will the First Minister confirm whether he met with Andy Burnham on 15 July 2026 when Mr Burnham was in Cardiff for an ask me anything event?
Answered by First Minister
Details of ministerial meetings are published routinely as part of the Welsh Government’s transparency arrangements.
WQ99869 · Tabled · Answered
Does the Welsh Government utilise the cohesive communities teams to provide pro-migration and or pro-asylum narratives to counter opposition to immigration in Welsh communities?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
No. The role of regional community cohesion teams is not to persuade communities to support immigration or asylum policy. Their role is to help maintain safe, cohesive communities by reducing tensions, addressing misinformation, supporting constructive dialogue, and ensuring people can access accurate information and support. This includes listening to and responding to community concerns, as well as supporting those affected by hate and discrimination.
WQ99868 · Tabled · Answered
What is the total cost of the north Wales to south Wales coach service?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport
We have budgeted for up to £2m in revenue funding to procure a service contract for the proposed north south coach service in2026/27. Transport for Wales are currently running a procurement exercise to appoint an operator, and once the contract has been awarded, we will publish the actual contract cost in the usual manner.
WQ99867 · Tabled · Answered
Is the anti-racist metaverse still live and if so how many monthly users does it have?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education
The anti-racist virtual world, commonly referred to as the Metaverse, was developed and delivered by further education colleges, led by Cardiff and Vale College, as part of the wider further education Anti-Racism Curriculum programme.
Since 2024, responsibility for funding decisions related to the resource rests with Medr, the Commission for Tertiary Education and Research. Medr has funded the Metaverse through to July 2027.
Welsh Government does not hold data on the number of users of the Metaverse.
WQ99866 · Tabled · Answered
Does the Welsh Government communicate with asylum seekers due to leave dispersal accommodation encouraging them to stay in Wales?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
Decisions about where an individual lives after leaving Home Office asylum accommodation are a matter for the individual. The Welsh Government does not communicate with individuals for the purpose of encouraging them to remain in Wales.
WQ99865 · Tabled · Answered
What is the total amount spent by the Commission on Senedd expansion to date?
Answered by Senedd Commission
Llywydd on behalf of the Senedd Commission:
The costs of expanding the Senedd to 96 Members have been separately identified in the budget for the last 3 financial years. The actual costs to the end of 2025-26 are:
2023-24
2024-25
2025-26
Total
£000
£000
£000
£000
Staff
£392
£517
£1,434
£2,343
Non staff
£11
£20
£61
£92
Capital / project costs
£66
£1,468
£4,466
£6,000
Total
£469
£2,005
£5,961
£8,435
Staff have been recruited to align with clear and demonstrable increases in demand as a result of a 60% increase in the number of Members, for example in Members’ Business Support and ICT. Capital and project costs primarily relate to the creation of an additional 36 Member offices within Ty Hywel and the reconfiguration of the Siambr.
WQ99864 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Welsh Government have to introduce referendums for when local authorities increase council tax by 5 per cent or more?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Finance
The Welsh Government has no plans to legislate for referenda on council tax changes made by local authorities.
WQ99863 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Welsh Government provide an update on its anti-racist metaverse?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education
The anti-racist virtual world, commonly referred to as the Metaverse, was developed and delivered by further education colleges, led by Cardiff and Vale College, as part of the wider further education Anti-Racism Curriculum programme.
Since 2024, responsibility for funding decisions related to the resource rests with Medr, the Commission for Tertiary Education and Research. Medr has funded the Metaverse through to July 2027.
Welsh Government does not hold data on the number of users of the Metaverse.
WQ99857 · Tabled · Answered
How will the Welsh Government measure the success of the expansion of the Senedd to 96 Members?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness & the Constitution
We will support the motion, to be tabled by the Llywydd, to establish a review under section 19 of the Senedd Cymru (Members and Elections) Act 2024. This would ensure a Senedd committee reviews the operation and effect of the legislation, including the increase in the size of the Senedd.
WQ99855 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99367, how much extra funding will primary care receive broken down by health board?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
The planned 0.5% annual shift towards primary and community care from 2027‑28 is not an allocation of additional funding and therefore no specific funding amounts have currently been set for individual health boards.
Health Boards have been asked to set out their plans for shifting services and resources, with those plans expected in the autumn.
WQ99854 · Tabled · Answered
Does the Welsh Government support the Hate Crime Awareness training provided by Rent Smart Wales?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
Yes. The Hate Crime Awareness training provided by Rent Smart Wales supports commitments in the Anti-racist Wales Action Plan to improve equality in the private rented sector, specifically by working with landlords and letting agents to tackle racist attitudes and behaviours. More than 2,500 landlords and letting agents have undertaken the training, with 88% reporting the training to be either excellent or good.
WQ99848 · Tabled · Answered
How is decolonisation being promoted through the Cabinet Minister's portfolio responsibilities?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
This Government is committed to strengthening understanding of Wales’s history and heritage in all its diversity.
Through support provided under the Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan, cultural organisations have developed programmes, collections and learning opportunities that reflect a wider range of perspectives and experiences, ensuring that more people can engage with and contribute to Wales’s shared national story.
As set out in our 2026 manifesto, we will keep the Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan under review to strengthen its delivery and impact.
WQ99847 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Commission made of how much Cardiff Council's proposed workplace parking levy (WPL) will cost the Commission?
Answered by Senedd Commission
Llywydd on behalf of the Senedd Commission:
The Commission is aware of the new proposals from Cardiff City Council, to move from a congestion charge proposal to one focussed on workplace charging. The City Council is to launch a consultation shortly on this basis and we will engage in that process.
The Commission is currently developing our plans for managing car park capacity and costs, based on the emerging new levels of usage in the 7th Senedd. Officials will be engaging with all key stakeholders about this in the Autumn term.
WQ99833 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Welsh Government made of whether Nation.Cymru provides accurate reporting?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
Nation.Cymru is an IPSO-regulated news publisher that must follow the Editors' Code of Practice on accuracy and complaints handling.
WQ99832 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister outline how the NHS in Wales is tackling female genital mutilation (FGM)?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Social Care, Mental Health and Women’s Health
The NHS in Wales tackles FGM as part of its wider response to violence against women and girls. The Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (Wales) Act 2015 explicitly includes FGM within the definition of gender-based violence. NHS bodies, as relevant authorities under the Act, have a duty to contribute to the prevention of violence against women and girls, improve protection for victims, and support those affected.
In addition, the Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence National Training Framework: Statutory Guidance, sets out the statutory requirements for training across the public service and specialist third sector in Wales. Health Boards and NHS Trusts are responsible for ensuring staff receive training appropriate to their role to identify, respond to and signpost victims of all forms of VAWDASV, including FGM.
WQ99831 · Tabled · Answered
What is the Welsh Government's position on taking more refugees from Gaza to Wales?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
Immigration, including asylum and the status and capacity of persons in the United Kingdom who are not British citizens are reserved matters to the UK Government. The UK Government decides on claims for asylum and whether an individual is given refugee status or humanitarian protection. The UK Government also decides on the designation of countries eligible for safe and legal routes.
On 24th June 2026 the UK Government announced the resumption of UK supported medical evacuations of critically ill and injured children and their immediate families from Gaza. The UK Government confirmed in their statement that individuals arriving under this scheme will be granted temporary permission to stay in the UK, including access to appropriate healthcare and support. The detail of the scheme, including Wales’s participation, is currently being worked through.
On 24th June the UK Government also announced that it would renew support for high achieving students from Gaza to take up fully funded scholarships at UK universities for the 2026/27 academic year. This is for students who hold fully funded and verifiable scholarships, and who meet the requirements of the Immigration Rules. Further details of the UK Government scheme can be found here: Written statements - Written questions, answers and statements - UK Parliament and Scholarships for students from Gaza - GOV.UK. The Welsh Government is supportive of this initiative, which helps ensure that talented students can continue their education despite the significant challenges they face.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is responsible for the support to eligible students and their eligible dependants, to try to exit Gaza and travel to the UK.
WQ99829 · Tabled · Answered
How will the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority influence the work of BBC Wales?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
The Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority will operate to protect and strengthen public service media platforms in Wales. Detail on scope and remit of the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority is to be determined as we develop plans in coming months, with input from the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority Working Group as recommended by the Expert Panel on a Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority for Wales.
WQ99799 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Welsh Government have to implement Benedict’s Law in Wales?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
The Welsh Government is considering the implications of Benedict’s Law for Wales, alongside wider developments across the UK, as part of our ongoing work to strengthen guidance and support for learners with healthcare needs.
To inform this work, we will engage with key stakeholders during the autumn to gather evidence, understand experiences, and consider how best to support learners with allergies and other healthcare needs in educational settings.
WQ99798 · Tabled · Answered
Will the First Minister confirm are all Government meetings and literature, including public documents and advertisements, only in English and Welsh?
Answered by First Minister
The Welsh Government communicates primarily through Welsh and English, however, materials can be commissioned and published in other languages, including British Sign Language where there is an identified audience need.
WQ99772 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ9128, will the Cabinet Minister provide an update as to the legal advice given for the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority now that its establishment has been announced?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
Details of Welsh Government legal advice, including whether it has been sought or given, is protected by Legal Professional Privilege.
WQ99825 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Independent Press Standards Organisation and the Independent Monitor of the Press be involved with the shadow broadcasting authority?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
Detail on arrangements for the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority will be determined as we develop plans in coming months, with input from the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority Working Group.
WQ99824 · Tabled · Answered
How will the shadow broadcasting authority be regulated?
Answered by Trefnydd, Chief Whip and Cabinet Minister for Culture and Sport
Detail on arrangements for the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority will be determined as we develop plans in coming months, with input from the Shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority Working Group.
WQ99809 · Tabled · Answered
What consideration has the Cabinet Minister given to restoring right to buy, but put a legal obligation to build social homes to replace those sold?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
The Welsh Government has no plans to restore the Right to Buy. The scheme was abolished in Wales in January 2019 to help protect social housing stock and ensure homes remain available for people in housing need for the long term.
My Written Statement of 13 July sets out my determination to increase the supply of social homes and our target to deliver 20,000 additional social homes by 2030.
We will be working with partners to limit sales, to those of properties where it is uneconomic to repair. The proceeds of these sales are recycled back into social housing.
Furthermore, any sales of homes provided for social rent or intermediate rent will be deducted from target delivery progress.
WQ99808 · Tabled · Answered
Does the Welsh Government have plans to bring in rent controls?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
We recently announced the first phase of our legislative programme. The first phase includes legislation to strengthen the rights of tenants in the private rented sector. This will lay the groundwork for more substantial changes that will improve housing affordability and make renting fairer. We are determined to make housing more affordable for everyone in Wales and ensure the cost of housing better reflects local incomes; including fair and affordable rents in the private rented sector. Our manifesto made a commitment to bring in rent controls and I will be considering this in later phases of our legislative programme, based on evidence and consultation.
WQ99802 · Tabled · Answered
What progress has the Welsh Government made on establishing the health finance efficiency team?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
As part of our first 100 days plan, we are reviewing the current arrangements for evaluating health service financial performance. A strengthened approach, alongside establishing a longer-term shift towards prevention, will be integral to long term sustainability.
WQ99801 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Welsh Government have to build a railway station at St Athan?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport
I recognise the opportunity and benefits a new station at St Athan would deliver both locally and regionally. Transport for Wales included a new station at St Athan in their rail vision document “Today, Tomorrow, Together” noting that it would support wider plans for housing and businesses in the area including the redevelopment of the Aberthaw site.
However, rail infrastructure and funding for enhancements such as a new station at St Athan is a reserved responsibility of the UK Government. We continue to seek the full devolution of rail infrastructure and a fair rail funding settlement for Wales, which would provide greater control over decisions on rail investment, including the delivery of new stations.
WQ99800 · Tabled · Answered
How are women defined within the Deputy Minister for Social Care, Mental Health, and Women's Health's portfolio?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Social Care, Mental Health and Women’s Health
The portfolio of the Deputy Minister for Women’s Health is designed to focus on conditions that affect women either exclusively or disproportionately, with a particular focus on conditions including endometriosis, abortion care and cervical cancers, and other conditions which are commonly defined as being women's health issues. Further details on Welsh Government ministerial responsibilities are publicly available on the Welsh Government website.
WQ99790 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99579, will the Cabinet Minister state: (a) the number of individuals who have received follow-on housing or move-on support through Welsh Government-funded Nation of Sanctuary services after leaving Home Office asylum accommodation; (b) the provider organisations involved; and (c) the amount of Welsh Government funding allocated to each provider for this purpose?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
This question is a request for recorded information and will be treated as a Freedom of Information request. A response will issue in due course.
WQ99789 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99579, will the Cabinet Minister provide a breakdown, by nationality, of individuals who have received follow-on housing or move-on support through Welsh Government-funded Nation of Sanctuary services after leaving Home Office asylum accommodation?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
The Welsh Government does not collate recorded information providing a comprehensive breakdown by nationality of all people who have received follow-on housing or move-on support through Welsh Government-funded Nation of Sanctuary services after leaving Home Office asylum accommodation.
WQ99788 · Tabled · Answered
What consideration has the Welsh Government given to integrating NHS support functions, such as digital systems, patient records, procurement and other back-office services, with equivalent UK systems, to reduce duplication and focus more resources on patient care?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
Through the NHS Wales Planning Framework, NHS Wales is driving improvements in productivity, reducing waste and securing better value from public investment. NHS Wales already benefits from shared services through the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership which delivers national procurement and corporate functions.
WQ99783 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99577, does the Cabinet Minister intend to continue to include the Q and + in ongoing Welsh Government equalities work and policy?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
We remain committed to using inclusive language, including Q and + where appropriate, in a way that is informed by ongoing engagement with LGBTQ+ people and representative organisations.
WQ99782 · Tabled · Answered
Further to WQ99577, does the + represent all non-heterosexual behaviours, identities and groups, as the signposted glossary does not provide a full list of the identities covered by the + in the LGBTQ+ action plan?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
We do not comment on the detail of previous government policy. We remain committed to working with LGBTQ+ communities to ensure the language used is inclusive.
WQ99778 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister outline how a woman is defined for the Women's Health Summit and within the NHS Wales Women’s Health Plan?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Social Care, Mental Health and Women’s Health
The Women’s Health Summit was organised to reflect on and seek solutions to the adverse experiences of people with conditions such as endometriosis, period pain and cervical cancers, which are commonly defined as being women's health issues. Further details on the NHS Wales Women’s Health Plan is already available publicly.
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