Speeches by McMorrin.

“Family farms play a crucial role in our economy, our landscape, and our language of Wales, and I have regular discussions with Ministers in Westminster and in the Welsh Government about how we can ensure ongoing support. I also regularly speak to farmers and farming unions, continuing to build a true partnership, and l…”

“I would probably beg to differ on some of your analysis there, because we are continuing to work together. I know my colleagues in the Welsh Government and across the Department of Health and Social Care, as well as ourselves in the Wales Office, are continuing to work together to collaborate for better outcomes for pa…”

“Thank you for the question. Health is a devolved matter, but there are issues with cross-border health. There are opportunities there, too. We absolutely understand the importance of efficient cross-border healthcare. As such, my colleagues and I are working with the Welsh Government to ensure that cross-border healthc…”

“That is a really good question. As the Secretary of State mentioned, at the UK-EU summit last May, the Prime Minister and EU counterparts agreed to prioritise the sanitary and phytosanitary agreement to ease trade in agrifoods. That agreement is to deliver for farmers, producers and consumers by reducing checks, costs …”

“We are offering a shared approach in our collaborative work, which includes new surgical hubs. That is the approach the Welsh Government are taking. I am not sure I would agree with some of your analysis, but reducing waiting lists is a key priority for this Government. That is what we are focused on. That is where we …”

“We work together very closely.”

“Yes, it is.”

“As you rightly point out, this is a landmark strategy. It was published in December and sets out the strategic direction and some concrete actions to prevent violence and abuse, to pursue perpetrators and, crucially, to protect and support victims. It also set out our unprecedented commitment to halve violence against …”

“Those are two really good points. We have worked very closely with the Welsh Government on alignment in developing the strategy. I know my colleagues in the Home Office and the MOJ have worked very closely with the Welsh Government. Welsh Government Ministers are part of the ministerial working group, and Welsh stakeho…”

“You are right. This is a landmark strategy, but it is essential and, as you pointed out, it is a priority for this Government and this Prime Minister. This is the biggest investment we have seen in victims’ services: £550 million invested across England and Wales, with multi-year funding over the next three years.…”

“It is me.”

“Diolch yn fawr. Since becoming Minister in the Department, I have regularly met S4C. My officials have had discussions with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on this issue. I have also had meetings with Ofcom, and just yesterday I met the director of Wales. We know that S4C’s activities make an enormously val…”

“That is a really important point, because we should be rightly proud of the children’s content that is created and developed by S4C. Just the other week, I was talking to producers, including the head of film and content for S4C and also the chair of S4C. I was at the film set of “Cleddau”, which is, by the way, anothe…”

“I would just add that the four regional growth deals across Wales represent that long-term partnership with the UK Government, the Welsh Government and local authorities. They are aimed at driving that economic growth, creating local jobs and attracting investment. For example, the other week I was in Bridgend at a fan…”

“Absolutely, ensuring coal tip safety across Wales remains of the utmost importance, and it is something that we regularly discuss and collaborate on. That is why the UK Government are committing £118 million over the spending review period. That is in addition to £25 million provided at the previous Budget to bring the…”

“I will certainly take that back to have conversations with colleagues. The Welsh Government and NRW have that funded programme in place to start to remediate the pollution from abandoned metal mines. That funding is there. That work is taking place. It is about identifying and prioritising those areas that need it. I w…”

“We understand the serious nature of the issue of contaminated land. Obviously, contaminated land and water quality is a devolved matter. The Welsh Government are funding an abandoned metal mines water programme to remediate pollution and improve water quality. As part of this programme, Natural Resources Wales is ident…”

“We have committed to the next three years, and that is what the Welsh Government, in collaboration with us, are looking at in terms of the funding that is critical now. The funding remains responsive to changes, because there are changes due to potentially adverse weather conditions. The unpredictable nature of coal ti…”

“I am sorry; it was very hard to hear the question. Let me assure the hon. Gentleman that our new sanitary and phytosanitary agreement with the EU will facilitate the smooth flow of agrifood and plants from Wales to Northern Ireland, protecting the UK’s internal market, reducing cost to business and improving consumer c…”

“The UK and Welsh Governments are working closely together to support the agricultural sector, particularly when it comes to cross-border movements and disease control. As always, our message to farmers is to remain vigilant, vaccinate where possible, source responsibly and test. Through that approach, we can minimise d…”