16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 0 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission QNR Pa waith allgymorth y mae'r Comisiwn yn ei wneud i ymgysylltu â chymunedau o bob oed yn Sir Fynwy Torfaen? What outreach work is the Commission undertaking to engage with communities of all ages in Sir Fynwy Torfaen? 12151 Matthew Jones Jones, Matthew https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12151 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12151 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 1 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission ANR Mae'n dda gweld ambell gwestiwn am ymgysylltu cymunedol heddiw, gan fod hyn yn rhywbeth rwy'n awyddus i ni barhau i'w gryfhau yn ystod y Senedd hon. Yn ystod y flwyddyn ddiwethaf, mae’r tîm addysg ac ymgysylltu â phobl ifanc wedi cynnal 19 o sesiynau allgymorth mewn ysgolion, colegau a grwpiau ieuenctid, gan weithio gyda mwy na 1,900 o bobl ifanc o etholaeth yr Aelod. Ar ben hynny, cafodd 13 sesiwn fewnol eu cynnal yn y Senedd gyda grwpiau o'r ardal, sydd wedi gweld 364 o bobl ifanc yn cymryd rhan mewn sesiynau addysg ym Mae Caerdydd. Mae gan y tîm sesiynau wedi'u trefnu gydag Ysgol Panteg a fforwm ieuenctid Torfaen dros yr wythnosau nesaf. Mae'r tîm ymgysylltu â dinasyddion hefyd wedi ymgysylltu â phobl yn etholaeth yr Aelod mewn perthynas â chymryd rhan mewn grwpiau ffocws i lywio gwaith pwyllgorau'r Senedd ar eu hymchwiliadau i Cymraeg i bawb? a'r Bil Diogelwch Adeiladau.&nbsp;&nbsp; It's good to see a few questions today about community engagement, as this is something I am keen we continue to strengthen in this Senedd term. In the last year, the education and youth engagement team has delivered 19 outreach sessions in schools, colleges and youth groups, involving over 1,900 young people from the Member’s constituency. A further 13 inbound sessions have been delivered at the Senedd with groups from the area, which has seen 364 young people taking part in education sessions in Cardiff Bay. The team has sessions booked with Ysgol Panteg and Torfaen junior youth forum over the coming weeks. The citizen engagement team has also engaged people in the Member's constituency, taking part in focus groups to inform the work of Senedd committees inquiries into Cymraeg i bawb? and the Building Safety Bill. &nbsp; Comisiwn y Senedd Senedd Commission 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 1 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission QNR Pa fesurau diogelu sydd gan y Comisiwn ar waith i sicrhau bod deunyddiau addysgol, arddangosfeydd a chyhoeddiadau sydd ar gael i ymwelwyr, yn enwedig plant, yn adlewyrchu amrywiaeth o safbwyntiau gwleidyddol yn hytrach na hyrwyddo unrhyw ideoleg benodol? What safeguards does the Commission have in place to ensure that educational materials, exhibitions and publications made available to visitors, particularly children, reflect a diversity of political perspectives rather than promoting any particular ideology? 12153 Helen Jenner Jenner, Hellen https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12153 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12153 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 2 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission ANR Rhaid i ddeunyddiau a chyhoeddiadau addysgol ar gyfer ystâd y Senedd fod yn briodol i’r oedran, yn wleidyddol niwtral ac yn berthnasol i'r Senedd. Maen nhw’n amrywio o egluro hanes datganoli i helpu'r cyhoedd i ddeall beth mae'r Senedd yn ei wneud, pwy yw eu Haelodau a'u hetholaethau. Mae Comisiwn y Senedd wedi ymrwymo'n gadarn i hyrwyddo amrywiaeth a chynhwysiant, gan sicrhau bod y Senedd yn groesawgar, yn hygyrch ac yn gynrychiadol o bobl Cymru. Mae arddangosfeydd yn y Senedd yn adlewyrchu dadleuon cyfredol, ac yn gweithio fel man cychwyn ar gyfer sgyrsiau am fywyd yng Nghymru, democratiaeth Cymru a gwaith y Senedd. Rhaid iddyn nhw fodloni meini prawf penodol. Gall hyn olygu adlewyrchu cyfrifoldebau'r Senedd, arddangos treftadaeth ddiwylliannol Cymru neu atgyfnerthu statws y Senedd fel atyniad i ymwelwyr. Rhaid i bob arddangosfa gael ei noddi gan Aelod o'r Senedd neu gael caniatâd gan Gomisiwn y Senedd.&nbsp; Mae arwyddion digidol yn y Senedd, a staff y Senedd, yn atgoffa ymwelwyr bod rhaid i blant bob amser gael eu goruchwylio. Education materials and publications featured on the Senedd estate must be age-appropriate, politically neutral and relevant to the Senedd. They range from explaining the history of devolution to helping the public understand what the Senedd does, who their Members are and their constituencies. The Senedd Commission is firmly committed to advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring that the Senedd is welcoming, accessible and representative of the people of Wales. Exhibitions in the Senedd reflect current debates and act as a starting point for conversations about life in Wales, Welsh democracy and the work of the Senedd. They must meet certain criteria. This can be reflecting the Senedd's responsibilities, showcasing the cultural heritage of Wales, or to reinforce the Senedd's identity as a visitor attraction. Every exhibition must be sponsored by a Member of the Senedd or obtain permission from the Senedd Commission. Digital signs in the Senedd, alongside Senedd staff, remind visitors that children must be supervised at all times.&nbsp;&nbsp; Comisiwn y Senedd Senedd Commission 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 2 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission QNR Pa gynnydd y mae'r Comisiwn wedi'i wneud o ran defnyddio deallusrwydd artiffisial ac offer digidol eraill i wella effeithlonrwydd y gwasanaethau a ddarperir i'r Aelodau ac i leihau costau gweinyddol? What progress has the Commission made in deploying artificial intelligence and other digital tools to improve the efficiency of services to Members and to reduce administrative costs? 12169 John Clark Clark, John https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12169 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12169 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 3 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission ANR Mae'r Comisiwn yn cynnal profion ar ddeallusrwydd artiffisial cynhyrchiol drwy Microsoft Copilot, gydag Aelodau'n cael trwyddedau fel rhan o'u dyraniad TGCh. Mae'r Comisiwn wedi cynnig canllawiau, hyfforddiant a chymorth i Aelodau a'u staff ar sut i gael y gorau o AI. Rydym yn datblygu'r achos busnes ar gyfer defnydd ehangach, tymor hwy ac yn archwilio manteision AI asiantaidd. Ochr yn ochr â hyn, mae awtomeiddio, trawsgrifio â chymorth AI, darlledu a gwasanaethau seneddol digidol yn cael eu datblygu'n barhaus i ysgafnhau’r baich gweinyddol a gwella gwasanaethau i Aelodau. The Commission is testing generative AI through Microsoft Copilot, with Members receiving licences as part of their ICT allocation. The Commission has offered guidance, training and support for Members and their staff on how to get the most out of AI. We are developing the business case for wider, longer term deployment and exploring the benefits of agentic AI. Alongside this, automation, AI-assisted transcription, broadcasting and digital parliamentary services are being continually developed to reduce administrative effort and improve services to Members. Comisiwn y Senedd Senedd Commission 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 3 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission QNR Beth mae'r Comisiwn yn ei wneud i wella cyfleoedd dysgu i'r cyhoedd ar ystad y Senedd? What is the Commission doing to improve learning opportunities for the public on the Senedd estate? 12158 Jason O'Connell O'Connell, Jason https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12158 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12158 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 4 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Comisiwn y Senedd Questions to the Senedd Commission ANR Drwy’r adeilad, mae gosodiadau, sy’n cynnwys mapiau o’r etholaethau, amserlen datganoli ac amrywiaeth o lyfrynnau ar waith y Senedd ar gael i'r cyhoedd. Mae llyfrynnau hefyd ar gael i gynulleidfaoedd iau gymryd rhan mewn tri llwybr thema. Gwnaeth arddangosfa ddiweddar Eich Senedd, Eich Pleidlais egluro’r newidiadau i’r Senedd cyn yr etholiad, a gwnaeth arddangosfa Eich Llais amlygu’r ffordd mae unigolion a chymunedau wedi dylanwadu ar newidiadau drwy’r Senedd yn ystod y blynyddoedd diwethaf. Yn ystod y flwyddyn ddiwethaf, cymerodd dros 5,500 o bobl ran yn y teithiau dyddiol o amgylch y Senedd, sy’n cael eu teilwra i wahanol ddiddordebau a lefelau gwybodaeth i roi cyd-destun i rôl a chyfrifoldebau'r Senedd a'i Haelodau. Mae adborth yn dangos bod 98 y cant wedi nodi cynnydd yn eu dealltwriaeth ar ôl cymryd rhan mewn taith o’r fath. Mae ein tîm addysg hefyd yn cynnal sesiynau addysg yn rheolaidd gydag ysgolion o bob cwr o Gymru ar ystâd y Senedd. Throughout the building, installations including constituency maps, a devolution timeline and a range of booklets on the Senedd's work are available to the public. Booklets are also available for younger audiences to take part in three themed trails. The recent Your Senedd, Your Vote exhibition explained the changes to the Senedd ahead of the election, and the Your Voice exhibition highlighted how individuals and communities had influenced change through the Senedd in recent years. In the last year, over 5,500 people took part in tours of the Senedd, which are delivered daily, tailored to different interests and knowledge levels to provide context to the role and responsibilities of the Senedd and its Members. Our feedback shows that 98 per cent reported an increase in their understanding having taken part in a tour. Our education team also regularly hold education sessions with schools from across Wales on the Senedd estate. Comisiwn y Senedd Senedd Commission 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 4 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy QNR Pa amcangyfrif y mae'r Gweinidog Cabinet wedi'i wneud o'r effaith y bydd gwahardd defnyddio peilonau dellt dur mawr ar gyfer llinellau 11-132 kV newydd yn ei chael ar filiau ynni cartrefi? What estimate has the Cabinet Minister made of the impact that banning the use of large steel lattice pylons for new 11-132 kV lines will have on household energy bills? 12175 Shav Taj Taj, Shav https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12175 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12175 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 5 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy ANR The Welsh Government is committed to delivering our manifesto pledge and, in the coming weeks, I will launch a consultation on a new policy relating to 11-132 kV lines. The evidence gathered through this consultation will inform an assessment of the potential impacts of the proposed policy. &nbsp; The Welsh Government is committed to delivering our manifesto pledge and, in the coming weeks, I will launch a consultation on a new policy relating to 11-132 kV lines. The evidence gathered through this consultation will inform an assessment of the potential impacts of the proposed policy. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 5 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy QNR Pa gynlluniau strategol sydd gan Lywodraeth Cymru i ddatblygu a buddsoddi mewn galluoedd digidol? What strategic plans does the Welsh Government have to develop and invest in digital capabilities? 12186 Beca Brown Brown, Beca https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12186 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12186 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 6 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy ANR Bydd strategaeth ddigidol Cymru yn nodi ein huchelgais i dyfu galluoedd digidol ac AI i gefnogi twf economaidd yn ogystal â sbarduno’r gwaith o drawsnewid gwasanaethau cyhoeddus. Rydyn ni hefyd wedi ymrwymo i ddatblygu strategaeth sgiliau i Gymru i sicrhau bod y ddarpariaeth sgiliau a chymwysterau yn cyd-fynd â'r anghenion economaidd presennol ac yn y dyfodol. The digital strategy for Wales will set out our ambition to grow digital and AI capabilities to support economic growth as well as drive public service transformation. We are also committed to developing a skills strategy for Wales to align skills provision and qualifications with current and future economic needs. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 6 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy QNR Beth yw blaenoriaethau Llywodraeth Cymru o ran trafnidiaeth ar gyfer Casnewydd ac Islwyn? What are the Welsh Government's transport priorities for Newport and Islwyn? 336 Natasha Asghar Asghar, Natasha https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=336 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=336 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 7 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy ANR Our priorities are to improve everyday journeys, tackle congestion and connect people to jobs and services. In Casnewydd Islwyn, that means acting on the M4, delivering the regional transport plan, investing through the regional transport fund, and improving rail, bus, walking and cycling links. Our priorities are to improve everyday journeys, tackle congestion and connect people to jobs and services. In Casnewydd Islwyn, that means acting on the M4, delivering the regional transport plan, investing through the regional transport fund, and improving rail, bus, walking and cycling links. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 7 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy QNR Pa gamau y mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn eu cymryd i wella canlyniadau economaidd yng Nghasnewydd Islwyn? What action is the Welsh Government taking to improve economic outcomes in Casnewydd Islwyn? 12157 Art Wright Wright, Art https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12157 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12157 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 8 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy ANR The south-east Wales investment zone and the south-east Wales AI growth zone are prime examples of how we continue to work with key partners, including Cardiff capital region and local authorities, on the infrastructure and skills needed to deliver economic growth to Casnewydd Islwyn and across the whole region.&nbsp; The south-east Wales investment zone and the south-east Wales AI growth zone are prime examples of how we continue to work with key partners, including Cardiff capital region and local authorities, on the infrastructure and skills needed to deliver economic growth to Casnewydd Islwyn and across the whole region. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Fenter, Cysylltedd ac Ynni Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 8 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language QNR Pa asesiad y mae'r Gweinidog Cabinet wedi'i wneud o effaith y gostyngiad yn nifer y disgyblion mewn ysgolion ym Merthyr Tudful? What assessment has Cabinet Minister made of the impact of falling pupil numbers in schools in Merthyr Tydfil? 12158 Jason O'Connell O'Connell, Jason https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12158 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12158 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 9 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language ANR We recognise the impact of demographic changes across our system. Falling pupil numbers are a key consideration in school planning across Wales. The assessment of their local impact in Merthyr Tydfil is primarily a matter for the local authority, which is responsible for reviewing school provision and ensuring it remains sustainable and meets community needs. We recognise the impact of demographic changes across our system. Falling pupil numbers are a key consideration in school planning across Wales. The assessment of their local impact in Merthyr Tydfil is primarily a matter for the local authority, which is responsible for reviewing school provision and ensuring it remains sustainable and meets community needs. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 9 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language QNR Pa gamau y mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn eu cymryd i wella canlyniadau addysgol i ddysgwyr anabl? What action is the Welsh Government taking to improve educational outcomes for disabled learners? 12148 Gareth Thomas Thomas, Gaz https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12148 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=12148 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 10 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language ANR We are committed to supporting disabled learners to participate fully in school life and achieve their full potential. Schools should provide appropriate adjustments, support, equipment and teaching approaches to meet the needs of disabled learners, and have access to learning environments that allow them to achieve the best outcomes possible. We are committed to supporting disabled learners to participate fully in school life and achieve their full potential. Schools should provide appropriate adjustments, support, equipment and teaching approaches to meet the needs of disabled learners, and have access to learning environments that allow them to achieve the best outcomes possible. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 10 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language QNR Pa gamau y mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn eu cymryd i gefnogi ysgolion gwledig? What action is the Welsh Government taking to support rural schools? 4650 John Davies Davies, John https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=4650 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=4650 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 11 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language ANR We know how important schools are to our rural communities. That is why our school organisation code includes special provisions for rural schools. Proposals to close them must follow a more detailed process. We know how important schools are to our rural communities. That is why our school organisation code includes special provisions for rural schools. Proposals to close them must follow a more detailed process. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 11 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language QNR Pa gyllid cyfalaf y mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi'i ddyrannu ar gyfer yr ad-drefnu arfaethedig o ysgolion Catholig yn Sir y Fflint? What capital funding has the Welsh Government allocated for the proposed Catholic school reorganisation in Flintshire? 5113 Nigel Williams Williams, Nigel https://business.senedd.wales/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=5113 https://busnes.senedd.cymru/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=5113 16318 7 2026-10-21T13:30:01 12 261021-QNR Cwestiynau i Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Questions to the Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language ANR No Welsh Government funding has been allocated to the proposed reorganisation of Catholic schools in Flintshire. The proposal is subject to an ongoing statutory consultation, and any award of Welsh Government funding would be subject to the outcome of this process and approval of any three-stage business case. No Welsh Government funding has been allocated to the proposed reorganisation of Catholic schools in Flintshire. The proposal is subject to an ongoing statutory consultation, and any award of Welsh Government funding would be subject to the outcome of this process and approval of any three-stage business case. Gweinidog Cabinet dros Addysg a’r Gymraeg Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language