What does the evidence tell us?

The draft Plan reflects the output of our co-construction work so far and is not yet a finished product. The consultation process will further develop and strengthen what we are proposing and enable us to discuss how we can implement it most effectively. We recognise there are parts of the Plan we would like to develop further, for example there are opportunities to make stronger links between different themes. There is also work to do to fully addresses intersectionality and ensure the Plan properly responds to the needs of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic women and disabled people. The conversations we have and feedback we receive through the consultation will help us address these areas.

During this 12-week period we will be seeking views from all communities, organisations, research experts, Wales TUC, trade unions and our public, private and third sector partners to further refine and develop this work. We will seek approval and ownership of the final Plan from the new Welsh Government, to be formed after the forthcoming elections for the Senedd. We will aim to publish the finalised plan in September 2021.