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Joyce Watson MS/AS
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Senedd Member, Mid and West Wales | Chair of Cross Party Group on Construction in the Welsh Parliament.
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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.

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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 contributio...
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...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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⏰️ 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.
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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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 👇

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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 r...
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.....
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October 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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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 👇

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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 respo...
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...
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October 9, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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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 🎥👇

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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 🎥👇 | Joyce Watson
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 🎥👇.
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October 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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🎥 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.
October 2, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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I held a short debate in the Senedd this week on "Eager about beavers: Downstreaming the managed reintroduction of beavers in Wales".

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I held a short debate in the Senedd this week on "Eager about beavers: Downstreaming the managed reintroduction of beavers in Wales". I was delighted by the Minister’s strong response to my debate. H...
I held a short debate in the Senedd this week on "Eager about beavers: Downstreaming the managed reintroduction of beavers in Wales". I was delighted by the Minister’s strong response to my debate......
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October 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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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.

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October 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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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.

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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.
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August 6, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Public conveniences on key travel routes across Powys are to benefit from significant upgrades thanks to almost £500,000 of funding.

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Spending more than a penny on toilet upgrades across Mid Wales | GOV.WALES
Public conveniences on key travel routes across Powys are to benefit from significant upgrades thanks to almost £500,000 of funding.
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June 20, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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📣 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.

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📣 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... | By Joyce | Facebook
📣 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...
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June 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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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.

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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... | By Joyce | Facebook
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...
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June 12, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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🎥 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 👇
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Plenary - 10/06/2025
The Senedd is the democratically elected body that represents the interests of Wales and its people, makes laws for Wales, agrees Welsh taxes and holds the Welsh Government to account.
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June 12, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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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:

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Plenary - 10/06/2025
The Senedd is the democratically elected body that represents the interests of Wales and its people, makes laws for Wales, agrees Welsh taxes and holds the Welsh Government to account.
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June 12, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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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.

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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... | By Joyce | Facebook
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...
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June 4, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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I spoke in the Senedd this week on the Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Bill.

View my contribution in the video here.

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I spoke in the Senedd this week on the The Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Bill. View my contribution in the video... | By Joyce | Facebook
I spoke in the Senedd this week on the The Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Bill. View my contribution in the video...
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June 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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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.

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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. It's a deal that... | By Joyce | Facebook
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. It's a deal that...
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June 4, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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WEN are collecting the views of parents and carers about their experiences with childcare in Wales.

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April 15, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Diolch @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
February 13, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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A 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!

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February 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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In 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⬇️
March 19, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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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.

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April 2, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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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.

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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...
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April 2, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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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.
March 24, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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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.

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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... | By Joyce | Facebook
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...
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March 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM