FOLLOWING new information over the weekend, all 22 local authorities in Wales are assessing RAAC in education buildings.
Two schools on Anglesey have been identified as having RAAC, Ysgol David Hughes and Ysgol Uwchradd Caergybi. There are no immediate risks or concerns.
Both schools will temporarily close so that further safety inspections and alternative planning can occur.
We are undertaking further work to verify the position across Wales, and a review of the latest information held by local authorities is underway. We expect to have the results of that within the next two weeks.
The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, said: “Our main concern is the safety of pupils and staff. Since we became aware of these developments, we have been working urgently with Local Authorities and WLGA to ensure pupils and staff can return to school safely.
“Some of the new evidence regarding the usage of RAAC was provided to the Welsh Government last night. This was immediately shared with Cyngor Sir Ynys Môn to support their decision-making process.
“We’re making these decisions together to keep staff and pupils safe. Cyngor Sir Ynys Môn and the schools are doing everything they can to minimise the impact on pupils. If any of this action affects you, you will hear directly from your school.”

Councillor Ian Roberts (Flintshire), WLGA Education Spokesperson, said: “The WLGA continues to work closely and in regular dialogue with the Welsh Government and local authorities on this issue. Teachers, staff, and pupils’ safety is our paramount priority as we seek to establish the full position across Wales.”
Anglesey Council Leader, Cllr Llinos Medi, said: “This is an evolving and emerging national issue. We appreciate this will be disappointing for all staff and pupils. However, their safety is our main priority. We are implementing plans for Ysgol David Hughes and Ysgol Uwchradd Caergybi to minimise disruption to children’s education.
“We are working closely with the Headteachers and staff at the affected schools. The schools will communicate further updates with parents/guardians and young people. Again, our main priority is to ensure the safety of all our staff and young people.”
Welsh Conservative Shadow Education Minister Laura Anne Jones MS said: “Students and parents don’t want a statement saying, ‘he said, she said’, and trying to pass the blame to someone else. They want a Welsh Government that will take action to solve this problem and reassure communities that their schools are safe.
“The Welsh Government have taken their eye off the ball on this, relying on councils to do the work that the UK Government was leading in England.
“Whilst it’s welcome that they’ve named the two schools that have RACC, it’s not reassuring for schools across Wales who are now having to urgently undertake these surveys because the Labour Government sat on their hands for a year.”
In a statement issued on Friday, a spokesperson for Pembrokeshire County Council said: “Parents and guardians will be aware of media reports in England regarding concerns about reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in schools.
“Pembrokeshire County Council can confirm that, at this time, no specific issues arise across the Council’s buildings.
“All schools will re-open as planned after the summer holidays, and staff look forward to welcoming pupils back.
“The Authority will continue to work closely with the Welsh Government on this matter.”