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‘Major challenges to overcome,’ says cabinet member
THE Cabinet Member for Education, County Councillor Ken Rowlands, gave his six monthly report at the Children and Families Overview and Scrutiny Committee on Thursday, January 23.
In his report he outlines the work he has been doing, his visits to schools and he also addresses the recent banding results.
He said: “The last few months have been a period of major change in the Directorate. We now have, with the exception of the Head of Business Services, an entirely new Senior Management Team.
“When I took over responsibility for my portfolio it was my intention to visit all secondary schools to see for myself the changes taking place. To date I have visited Greenhill, Ysgol y Preseli, Ysgol Dewi Sant, Milford Haven, Pembroke, Tasker Milward and Sir Thomas Picton. I am also making arrangements to visit Ysgol Bro Gwaun.
“In our schools where performance is good, I am glad to share in their achievement and to celebrate success. However, I feel it is as important for me to be aware of the schools where results are inadequate and where focussed work needs to be undertaken”.
Councillor Rowlands then went on to talk about the banding positions of certain schools.
“Following disappointing outcomes in inspection and performance, we have issued formal warning letters to the board of governors in Tasker Milward and Dewi Sant, setting out the need for rapid improvement and the requirements of the local authority to secure that improvement. The Chief Education Officer is closely monitoring the progress of the two schools and the work of the intervention boards that have been established.
“I receive regular updates in relation to progress in these two schools. In order to improve standards, every school in the authority has placed attendance as a priority, and, whilst it is early days, there are early signs this term that attendance is improving. However there is still a distance to go”.
Councillor Rowlands concluded by saying: “I intend to continue to work closely with the Director and his team to ensure our progress on the improvement journey is steady, long lasting and lays down a strong foundation for the future.
“This will not be achieved immediately and there is no doubt that there are still major challenges to overcome. Nevertheless, I am confident that the outcome we aim for, that ‘children, young people and families have the opportunity to fulfil their learning potential and live healthy and happy lives’, will be achieved”.
A VEHICLE involved in a late-night single-vehicle crash in Waterston, Milford Haven, is believed to have been stolen, police have confirmed.
Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received a report of the collision at around 11:55pm on Sunday (May 17).
The vehicle was recovered at approximately 1:15am on Monday (May 18), but nobody was found at the scene.
Following enquiries, police established that the vehicle had reportedly been stolen at some point during Sunday evening.
Officers said enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
Ken Skates says group will focus on holding new Welsh Government to account
INTERIM Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates has unveiled the party’s Senedd spokesperson team following its defeat in the recent election.
Mr Skates will act as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for health, care and national security.
He said the Labour group would draw on “extensive experience” while bringing “fresh energy and ideas” to its work in opposition.
The party said its Senedd group was committed to holding the new Welsh Government to account and pushing for practical results for the people of Wales.
Jayne Bryant MS has been appointed spokesperson for housing, communities, public and preventative health, with women’s health also included in her brief.
Mike Hedges MS will cover culture, sport, local government and legislation.
Vikki Howells MS becomes Chief Whip and spokesperson for environment, farming, energy and transport. Her portfolio also includes planning.
Lynne Neagle MS has been named Business Manager and spokesperson for children, education and lifelong learning.
Shav Taj MS will cover employment, equalities and economic transformation, including social partnership.
Huw Thomas MS has been appointed spokesperson for finance, democracy, citizenship and the Welsh language. Regional and city deals will also fall within his brief.
Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.
A photo call with the Welsh Labour Senedd Group is due to take place in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday (May 19), although no interviews will be available.
Jo Stevens and Rhun ap Iorwerth discuss poverty, public services, clean energy, steelmaking and economic growth
WELSH Secretary Jo Stevens has held her first call with Wales’ new First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth following the recent Senedd election.
The call took place today, Monday (May 18), with Ms Stevens congratulating Mr ap Iorwerth on Plaid Cymru’s election results and his appointment as First Minister.
The Welsh Secretary said it was important for the UK and Welsh Governments to work constructively together on shared priorities.
Those issues include the cost of living, poverty, public services, economic growth and the delivery of clean energy infrastructure in Wales.
Ms Stevens also raised the importance of collaboration on Welsh steelmaking and the transition at Port Talbot, as well as growth funds, defence and national security.
The conversation follows a call last week between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the new First Minister, during which Mr Starmer also congratulated him on his appointment.
The Prime Minister has offered to meet Mr ap Iorwerth in person in June to discuss shared issues and priorities.
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