The Welsh Government's new Cabinet met for the first time this
afternoon, following the appointment of Ministers to their new
roles last week.
Speaking to his Cabinet colleagues, the First Minister, , said:
“On a historic day for Wales, it is a privilege to sit around
this table with you and lead a team I know will work hard every
day to improve the lives of the people of Wales.
“I want the next four years to be defined by four principles -
professionalism, ambition, credibility and empathy. I ask each of
you to keep those principles in mind in your work every day, and
I promise to do the same.
“The challenges are great and time is short, but I am already
encouraged by the way we have moved so quickly to start turning
our vision into reality and to underline all the ways this
administration represents new energy, new ideas and new
leadership.”
The First Minister set out his six key priorities for Government,
which will be used to measure the government's success during its
time in office:
- Cutting waiting lists, and building a health and care service
fit for the future;
- Helping families with the cost of living through affordable,
quality childcare;
- Unleashing the potential of the Welsh economy, and creating
good, well-paid jobs;
- Raising standards in our schools and ensuring the best
conditions for learning;
- Tackling child poverty;
- Standing up for Wales and demanding fairness from
Westminster.
