Janet Finch-Saunders:

I would like a statement from the Minister for Economy, Science and Transport on what imminent contingency plans are in place to protect the vulnerable disabled and elderly community in Conwy following the potential winding up of the Conwy community transport scheme, which is possibly going to happen tomorrow. This scheme has been in place for almost 10 years, during which time many of my elderly or disabled constituents have come to rely on this scheme as a means of accessing vital services and amenities across our rural communities. Having first raised the issue of the financial mismanagement of this scheme over a year ago, I would like a statement on what safeguards are in place for when funding is given from this Welsh Government scheme to provide such a much needed facility. It should include, from the Welsh Government and Taith, what steps are in place to ensure that they have the proper mechanisms in place to hold people to account when an issue like this arises, because this is going to affect a lot of my constituents. I am particularly concerned to know what contingency plans are in place now, so that those people are not left stranded

Lesley Griffiths:

Continuity of service for community transport users is a priority for Conwy council. The Minister for Economy, Science and Transport has asked Community Transport Association Cymru to continue to work closely with the council to ensure minimal impact on users.