Siambr · Dan Thomas
Written questions
320 written questions on record from the Seventh Senedd on, newest first. Page 7 of 7.
WQ99149 · Tabled · Answered
What consideration has the Cabinet Minister given to introducing voter ID ahead of the 2027 local elections to strengthen election integrity?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
We have no plans to introduce voter ID.
WQ99140 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister provide a breakdown of the number of social homes it expects each local authority to build by 2030 to meet its 20,000 target?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
The Welsh Government has not set any house building targets by local authority area in this Senedd.
However, I have been very clear that we need to increase the supply of social homes across Wales.
I will be working with local authorities, registered social landlords and other homebuilders to support our mutual delivery ambitions
WQ99138 · Tabled · Answered
What is the projected cost of the Welsh Government's proposed national school of government?
Answered by First Minister
Any costs associated with the proposed School of Government will be reflected in the Welsh Government’s Budget.
WQ99132 · Tabled · Answered
What is the projected cost of the Welsh Government's proposed national crime prevention agency?
Answered by Counsel General
We will bring forward plans for a new National Crime Prevention Agency for Wales, to coordinate crime prevention and diversion across police forces, the NHS, local authorities, schools, and third-sector partners.
We are undertaking initial scoping and assessment to determine the parameters of the Agency, including how best to leverage partnership working with key Welsh stakeholders, take an evidence-led approach, and ensure value for money and effectiveness in supporting the delivery of community safety for the people of Wales.
WQ99131 · Tabled · Answered
What legal advice has the Welsh Government sought regarding its proposed national crime prevention agency?
Answered by Counsel General
We will bring forward plans for a new National Crime Prevention Agency for Wales, to coordinate crime prevention and diversion across police forces, the NHS, local authorities, schools, and third-sector partners.
We are undertaking initial scoping and assessment to determine the parameters of the Agency, including how best to leverage partnership working with key Welsh stakeholders, take an evidence-led approach, and ensure value for money and effectiveness in supporting the delivery of community safety for the people of Wales.
WQ99128 · Tabled · Answered
What legal advice has the Welsh Government sought regarding its proposed shadow broadcasting and communications authority?
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.
WQ99127 · Tabled · Answered
What legal advice has the Welsh Government sought regarding its proposed Cynnal payment?
Answered by Counsel General
The Deputy First Minister has established an expert group to help lead on the design and delivery of the pilot. This will include legal, policy and delivery considerations.
WQ99122 · Tabled · Answered
What assessment has the Government made of the demand for its proposed express coach service between north and south Wales?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport
The feasibility study for a North to South coach service was published in February 2026. An updated version will be published on our website in the coming weeks.
WQ99121 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister set out the Welsh Government’s policy definition of the terms 'woman' and 'man'?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
Substantive response
WQ99120 · Tabled · Answered
What preparations has the Cabinet Minister made in developing a new cancer plan for Wales?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
We have started work on the development of a national cancer plan for Wales. I will provide a statement before the end of this term setting out our intentions and how we will engage with stakeholders on the content of that plan. This work is happening alongside other actions in the First 100 day plan to improve cancer services and outcomes, including organising a Wales Cancer Conference for 2027 to bring together healthcare professionals and stakeholders to share best practice and latest innovation on cancer care and commissioning a feasibility study for establishing a new Rapid Diagnostic Centre (RDC) for Powys.
WQ99119 · Tabled · Answered
What progress has the Cabinet Minister made in implementing the Libraries for Primaries Schools programme?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
We want to ensure that every primary learner develops a strong enjoyment of reading within a dedicated library space. Accordingly, we have included the planning of a programme to roll out libraries across our primary schools as part of our first 100‑day action plan. This commitment is also embedded within our wider Literacy and Numeracy Plan, which I will publish in the autumn.
We know that access to high quality and current reading material which appeals to individual tastes where learners can see themselves reflected in the reading material can have a positive impact on reading enjoyment.
Our Ymgolli campaign, as part of the National Year of Reading, offers further opportunity to celebrate and promote the love of reading in both English and Welsh, showcasing the rich linguistic landscape and encouraging more people to discover, enjoy and engage with literature in the language of their choice.
Additionally, our recently published Area Guidelines for Schools in Wales provide greater flexibility, allowing spaces to be thoughtfully adapted to support a variety of needs, including the option for dedicated library areas.
WQ99118 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Government have to increase tourism to the city of Newport?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy
Welsh Government will focus on targeted marketing of the city’s tourism offer to domestic and international visitors, alongside support for local tourism businesses.
Visit Wales and Croeso Cymru promote Newport online, highlighting attractions such as Newport Market, Le Pub, the Coast Path and city guides, while working with travel partners to attract international visitors and increase inclusion in travel packages. Visit Wales also supports local hotels to attend events like World Travel Market, helping them connect with global buyers.
WQ99117 · Tabled · Answered
What is the Government's position on Welsh local authorities working with City of Sanctuary UK?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
Decisions by local government on working with City of Sanctuary UK are a matter for individual local authorities. The Welsh Government welcomes initiatives that build fairer, safer and united communities.
WQ99116 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister provide the projected cost of the 20,000 social home pledge?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
The main funding streams for the target are the Social Housing Grant and the Transitional Accommodation Capital Programme.
In addition to traditional grant funding, the Welsh Government seeks to utilise alternative funding streams to support the delivery of affordable housing.
We are also establishing Unnos that will work closely with local authorities and housing associations to facilitate access to funding and help schemes to secure investment.
WQ99115 · Tabled · Answered
What discussions has the Cabinet Minister had with NHS England about ensuring their app works in tandem with the NHS Wales app?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
The NHS Wales App is being developed as a distinct service, reflecting Welsh policy, legal and technical requirements, including bilingual provision and integration with national systems in Wales. While I have not had direct discussions with NHS England, my officials engage with counterparts in England as appropriate and draw on relevant learning from the NHS App in England to inform development.
Although the two apps are separate products, we will continue to pursue appropriate alignment where this adds value, including through common standards and interoperability approaches that support safe information sharing and the delivery of services.
WQ99114 · Tabled · Answered
Will the Cabinet Minister provide an update on progress to recruit a pan-Wales director for out-of-hospital care arrangements?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
Work is already underway to scope this new role with NHS Performance & Improvement. This role will be opened to recruitment within the First 100 Days of the new Welsh Government. The role is being designed to strengthen system leadership to shift resources towards local health services as part of our efforts to put the NHS in Wales on to a sustainable footing.
WQ99113 · Tabled · Answered
What discussions has the Cabinet Minister had with health boards about increasing spending on primary care?
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care
As part of the 100-day commitment, I held a summit on 18 June 2026 with Chief Executives and other senior health board leaders.
WQ99112 · Tabled · Answered
What discussions has the Welsh Government had with Great Western Railways regarding the adoption of Transport for Wales's Tap & Go service on Great Western Railway services in Wales?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport
The Welsh Government and Transport for Wales (TfW) have engaged with Great Western Railway (GWR) on a number of occasions on this matter over the past few years, also engaging with the UK Government’s Department for Transport directly to unlock this opportunity.
To date, GWR’s position remains unchanged despite efforts to encourage them to join the scheme. TfW will continue to advocate for GWR joining the Pay As You Go scheme.
Currently, Pay As You Go is accepted at 95 stations across South East Wales, with GWR services calling at 4 of these: Severn Tunnel Junction, Newport, Cardiff Central, Bridgend. At these stations, TfW provide customer updates advising passengers that Pay As You Go is not valid on GWR services.
WQ99111 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Government's have for a Welsh human rights act?
Answered by Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality
As outlined in our First 100 Days plan, officials are taking forward work on proposals to incorporate key United Nations human rights conventions into Welsh law.
WQ99109 · Tabled · Answered
What plans does the Welsh Government have to build a railway station at Caerleon?
Answered by Deputy Minister for Transport
I appreciate the benefits that a railway station at Caerleon could bring to passengers and local communities.
Transport for Wales’ publication Today, Tomorrow, Together includes plans for major enhancements which are required for the delivery of new stations such as Caerleon. Measures to improve capacity and linespeed on the Marches line would facilitate the introduction of local services on this route. This would significantly strengthen the case for a new station at Caerleon to serve both local and long distance services.
Our current priority for rail is the delivery of the schemes already funded by the UK Government’s Spending Review, which includes new stations in south east Wales and upgrades to the South Wales Main Line. These improvements will set the foundation for further enhancements. The joint UK and Welsh Government Wales Rail Board will oversee the strategic pipeline and prioritise schemes for the next UK Government Spending Review in 2027.
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