Laura Anne Jones MS has expressed concern over crisis provision for young people in Wales that has been described as “disappointingly thin” by the Welsh Parliament’s Children’s Committee.
Ms Jones – the Shadow Minister for Equalities, Children and Young People – said:
“The Covid-19 pandemic, and particularly the lockdowns, have highlighted just how important it is to support and protect all our young people from the immense challenges they have faced and continue to face.
“The past six or seven months have been both uncertain and unusual for our young people.
“Life has changed immeasurably since March, and it has changed very, very fast. We must listen to our young people, because the effects of inaction and delay of any kind could have a long-term impact and continue to be felt long after the pandemic has passed.
“The new Minister – announced yesterday – for mental health must explain as a priority what she will be doing to tackle this growing crisis.”