QNR – Senedd Cymru ar 29 Ionawr 2020.
The Welsh Government's national planning policy reflects our ambition for everyone to live in a home that meets their needs and supports a healthy, successful and prosperous life. National planning policy provides the context for local planning authorities to prepare local development plans and make decisions on planning applications.
The chair of the Wales Council for Voluntary Action has been invited to present an item on joint working to the next meeting of the Partnership Council for Wales in March, which I chair.
I set out my plans for local government in my Plenary statement on 19 November that introduced the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Bill. The Bill provides powers and tools to enable local authorities to deliver modern, accessible, high-quality public services for, and with, the local communities they serve.
We remain committed to increasing the provision of affordable housing across the whole of Wales. During 2018/19, in South Wales Central we provided over £31 million funding through our social housing grant programme. In addition, £18 million has been invested through the innovative housing programme, delivering 238 much-needed affordable new homes.
I am aware of the issues faced at the Celestia complex in Cardiff Bay and that understand interim measures are in place pending agreement on how to rectify matters. Officials continue to monitor the situation and liaise with relevant parties including South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Cardiff Council.