Joyce Watson MS/AS
Senedd Member, Mid and West Wales | Chair of Cross Party Group on Construction in the Welsh Parliament.
- I spoke in the Senedd today to ask the Cabinet Secretary for an update on the Welsh Government’s progress in repairing and maintaining local roads across Mid and West Wales. You can watch my contribution and the Cabinet Secretary’s response below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd this week to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. We must continue to support survivors, strengthen prevention efforts, and ensure that every woman and girl can live free from fear and harm. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASJoin us on the Senedd steps on Monday evening (17 Nov) with @joycewatson.org.uk to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Hear from survivors, #WhiteRibbon ambassadors, @janehutt.bsky.social, @welshwomensaid.org.uk & cross-party representatives. tinyurl.com/4p2m8ke8
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASYmunwch â ni ar risiau’r Senedd nos Lun 17 Tachwedd gyda @joycewatson.org.uk i nodi’r 16 Diwrnod o Weithredu yn Erbyn Trais ar sail Rhywedd. Byddwn yn clywed gan goroeswyr, llysgenhadon #RhubanGwyn @janehutt.bsky.social @welshwomensaid.org.uk a chynrychiolwyr traws-bleidiol. tinyurl.com/4p2m8ke8
- I spoke in the Senedd this week during the Cabinet Secretary for Education’s statement ‘Our Bravery Brought Justice’—North Wales Safeguarding Board Child Practice Review. You can watch my contribution and the Cabinet Secretary’s response in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- ⏰️ When bowel cancer is detected early, 9 in 10 people survive. 🏴 Thanks to the reduction in the bowel screening age in Wales from 60 to 50 over the past four years, more than twice as many cases are now being detected. 🏥 A huge thank you to our incredible NHS staff who work tirelessly every day.
- I asked the Cabinet Secretary in the Senedd today for an update on what the Welsh Government is doing to make council tax fairer for everyone in Wales. Watch my question and the Cabinet Secretary’s response below 👇 www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke this week in the Senedd debate on the Climate Change, Environment and Infrastructure Committee Report: “Natural Resources Wales – Annual Scrutiny 2024–25.” Watch my contribution and the response from the Deputy First Minister here 👇 www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I asked the Cabinet Secretary for Education in the Senedd today what steps the Welsh Government is taking to tackle school attendance. Watch my question and the response here 🎥👇 www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- 🎥 This week in the Senedd, I asked the Cabinet Secretary for an update on the Programme for Government commitment to double the number of employee-owned businesses in Wales. 👉 You can watch the Cabinet Secretary’s response in the video below.
- I held a short debate in the Senedd this week on "Eager about beavers: Downstreaming the managed reintroduction of beavers in Wales". View my full contribution in the debate and the Minister’s response. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd this week to ask the First Minister what the Welsh Government is doing to encourage communities to use clean energy. View my contribution and the response by the First Minister.
- It was a real pleasure to visit the Dyfi Wildlife Centre, Cors Dyfi Reserve & Observatory last month alongside @carolynthomasms.bsky.social . A wonderful opportunity to experience local conservation in action. bsky.app/profile/beav...
- We are pleased to announce @joycewatson.org.uk as the first beaver species champion. In July Joyce and @carolynthomasms.bsky.social visited #DyfiWildlifeCentre to talk about #beavers, we even caught a glimpse of Barti the adult male beaver in the evening. @waleslink.bsky.social 📷 © Joyce Watson MS
- Public conveniences on key travel routes across Powys are to benefit from significant upgrades thanks to almost £500,000 of funding. www.gov.wales/spending-mor...
- 📣 I spoke in the Senedd this week during the debate on the UK Government’s spending review. ✅ For the first time ever, Wales is receiving a historic financial settlement — the largest of its kind. 📽️ Watch my contribution in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- This week in the Senedd, I spoke to the Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing to press for action on reducing stillbirths and neonatal deaths in Wales. 📽️ Watch my question and the Minister’s response in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- 🎥 This week, I spoke in response to the Cabinet Secretary's statement on Diversity and Inclusion Guidance for Political Parties. You can watch my contribution here 👇 🔗 www.senedd.tv/Meeting/Arch... #Senedd #SocialJustice #DiversityAndInclusion
- I spoke in the Senedd this week on the issue of free ports. View my contribution and the response by the Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning in the video here: www.senedd.tv/Meeting/Arch...
- I spoke in the Senedd today to ask the Cabinet Secretary to make a statement on non-domestic rates for small to medium sized retailers. View my contribution and the response by the Cabinet Secretary in the video here. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd this week on the Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Bill. View my contribution in the video here. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd this week to ask the First Minister what assessment has been made of the impact on Wales of the UK-EU agreement. View my contribution and the response by the First Minister in the video here. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- WEN are collecting the views of parents and carers about their experiences with childcare in Wales. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Childcare-...
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASDiolch @joycewatson.org.uk. Grateful to have your ongoing support in co-chairing the Senedd Cross Party Group for #Apprenticeships, supported by @colegau.cymru and @ntfwwbl.bsky.social www.colleges.wales/en/blog/post... #AWWales2025 @davehagendyk.bsky.social @jacksargeantms.bsky.social
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASA big thank you to @joycewatson.org.uk and Luke Fletcher MS @plaidcymru.bsky.social for co-hosting as part of the CPG on Apprenticeships. Your support helps highlight the vital role #apprenticeships play in building a skilled and prosperous Wales! #GeniusDecision
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASIn the Senedd International Women’s debate, Joyce Watson MS honours Welsh women lost to violence and highlights the Femicide Census: 2000 Women report. Notably, 1 in 8 women killed by men are over 70, and calls for collective action to end VAWG. Watch it here⬇️
- I spoke in the Senedd this afternoon in the debate on "International Women's Day – accelerating action." View my contribution in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi... #IWD2025 #IWD
- I spoke in the Senedd this afternoon to ask what action the Welsh Government is taking to address the concerns raised by the farming sector following the statutory review of the Control of Agricultural Pollution Regulations. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd today to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Finance to make a statement on the Welsh Government's assessment of the impact of the UK spring statement on Wales. View my contribution and the response by the Cabinet Secretary in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I was honoured to sponsor and speak at today’s UN Day for the Elimination of Race Discrimination Conference at the Senedd. A special thanks to Prof. Uzo Iwobi CBE, Chief Executive, Race Council Cymru and all partners for bringing together such an inspiring and thought-provoking event.
- I spoke in the Senedd this week to ask the Cabinet Secretary to provide an update on the Welsh Government's public appointment procedures and to ensure we shape an inclusive, fair and representative Wales. View my contribution in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I spoke in the Senedd this afternoon in the debate on "International Women's Day – accelerating action." View my contribution in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi... #IWD2025 #IWD
- I spoke in the Senedd this week on the Final Budget 2025-26 debate. View my contribution and the Minister for Finance and Welsh Language response in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- An extra £3M is being invested in bereavement care and support services across Wales. This money will support people experiencing a loss. Specialist support will be available for people experiencing the most complex forms of grief and for those living and working in agriculture.
- I spoke in the Senedd this week to welcome the announcement of the Welsh Government's ban on greyhound racing in Wales. View my contribution and the response by the Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- To mark Apprenticeships Week, I was pleased to organise an event this week for CollegesWales & NTfW. The event was an opportunity to showcase the breadth of apprenticeship opportunities available & to celebrate the partnerships between educators, employers, & policymakers that make them possible.
- Today, I spoke on the statement by Deputy First Minister & Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs: Restoring nature in Wales. I spoke about the wonderful things happening at Ysgol y Bedol, Carmarthenshire. View my contribution at: www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/AS🎉| I'm absolutely delighted that Members of the Senedd have just voted to support my proposal for a Pet Abduction Bill to make pet theft a specific criminal offence in Wales. Thank you to @joycewatson.org.uk and Janet Finch-Saunders MS for their powerful and supportive contributions.
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/ASThank you @joycewatson.org.uk for sponsoring the #LessSurvivableCancersAwarenessWeek event at the Senedd earlier this week. It was a fantastic opportunity to highlight the urgent need for action on these cancers in Wales.
- I spoke in the Senedd today to ask the First Minister of Wales what the Welsh Government is doing to improve marine environments. View my contribution and the response by the First Minister of Wales in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- I hope you stay safe this Christmas & New Year. If you need help during the recess period the following numbers may be useful Gobeithio y byddwch yn cadw'n ddiogel dros y Nadolig a'r Flwyddyn Newydd. Os oes angen unrhyw help arnoch yn ystod cyfnod y toriad, gall y rhifau canlynol fod yn ddefnyddiol
- To reverse habitat loss & improve the condition of Welsh peatlands, Natural Resources Wales have capital peatland restoration grants of between £10,000-£250,000 available. The total value available for the grant programme is around £700,000. Find out more at: naturalresources.wales/about-us/gra...
- Families and individuals across Wales struggling with the cost of food will receive vital support this winter through £1.7 million of additional funding from the Welsh Government. Read more: www.gov.wales/17-million-s...
- I visited Hafan y Waun Care Home in Aberystwyth recently to see the partnership work that is taking place between Ceredigion County Council and Hywel Dda Health Board. I was welcomed by Council officers and the Leader of the Council.
- A vote in the Senedd passed this week introducing new regulations to prohibit the supply of single-use vapes in Wales. Read more at: www.gov.wales/senedd-votes...
- I am pleased to support Save the Children’s annual Christmas Jumper Day on 12th Dec this year. Since launching in 2012, Christmas Jumper Day has raised over £37 million to help transform the lives of children around the world. For more information visit www.savethechildren.org.uk/christmas-ju...
- I spoke in the Senedd this afternoon on the statement by the Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing on the NHS Wales Women’s Health Plan. View my contribution in the video below. www.facebook.com/639599795/vi...
- An extra £1.5 billion to strengthen public services, support small businesses and drive economic growth is at the heart of the Welsh Government’s Draft Budget 2025-2026. www.gov.wales/a-budget-to-...
- Reposted by Joyce Watson MS/AS🎗️Yn ystod yr 16 Diwrnod o Weithredu, aethom i ddigwyddiad Diwrnod y Rhuban Gwyn @joycewatson.org.uk yn y Senedd. Diolch i'r siaradwyr arbenigol am dynnu sylw at y cynnydd a'r heriau wrth ddileu trais yn erbyn menywod a merched. Rydym yn parhau i fod yn ymrwymedig i'r genhadaeth hon 💜
