Decision details

The item started at 17.03

NDM5516 Lesley Griffiths (Wrexham)

 

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

 

1. Recognises the current and potential value of Wales’designated landscapes to the environment, economy, health, well-being and quality of life of the people of Wales.

 

2. Notes the forthcoming review of governance arrangements for designated landscapes in Wales.

The following amendments were tabled:

Amendment 1 - Aled Roberts (North Wales)

 

Insert as new point 1 and renumber accordingly:

 

Celebrates the contribution of Wales’ three National Parks to our heritage and supports the role they continue to play in fostering Wales’ unique identity.

Amendment 1 was agreed in accordance with Standing Order 12.36.

Voting on the motion and the remaining amendments under this item was deferred until Voting Time.

Amendment 2 - Aled Roberts (North Wales)

 

Insert as new point 2 and renumber accordingly:

 

Believes that increased democratic accountability would lead to the betterment of National Park governance and enhance the relationship between park authorities and the towns and communities which fall within their boundaries.

A vote was taken on Amendment 2:

For	Abstain	Against	Total
23	0	25	48

Amendment 2 was not agreed.

Amendment 3 - Paul Davies (Preseli Pembrokeshire)

 

Add as new point at end of motion:

 

Notes the recommendations relating to National Parks in the report published by the Commission on Public Service Governance and Delivery and believes that a comprehensive package of reform needs to be implemented as soon as possible.

A vote was taken on Amendment 3:

For	Abstain	Against	Total
14	0	34	48

Amendment 3 was not agreed.

A vote was taken on the motion as amended:

NDM5516 Lesley Griffiths (Wrexham)

 

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

 

1.Celebrates the contribution of Wales’ three National Parks to our heritage and supports the role they continue to play in fostering Wales’ unique identity.

 

2. Recognises the current and potential value of Wales’designated landscapes to the environment, economy, health, well-being and quality of life of the people of Wales.

 

3. Notes the forthcoming review of governance arrangements for designated landscapes in Wales.

 

For	Abstain	Against	Total
48	0	0	48

The motion as amended was agreed.