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NDM5443 Lesley Griffiths (Wrexham)

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

Celebrates International Women’s Day 2014 in recognition of the role played by women in the economic, political, social and cultural life of Wales.

The following amendments were tabled:

Amendment 1 - Paul Davies (Preseli Pembrokeshire)

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Recognises the achievements of Wales’ sportswomen and how they serve as positive role models for young women and men.

Amendment 1 was agreed in accordance with Standing Order 12.36.

Amendment 2 - Aled Roberts (North Wales)

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Notes the ‘A Woman’s Place’ report from Chwarae Teg which showed that a majority of employers think that further governmental action, in particular help with childcare, would help achieve equality between men and women in the workplace and calls on the Welsh Government to outline the steps it will take to expand the provision of affordable and quality childcare in Wales.

Amendment 2 was agreed in accordance with Standing Order 12.36.

A vote was taken on the motion as amended:

NDM5443 Lesley Griffiths (Wrexham)

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

1. Celebrates International Women’s Day 2014 in recognition of the role played by women in the economic, political, social and cultural life of Wales.

2. Recognises the achievements of Wales’ sportswomen and how they serve as positive role models for young women and men.

3. Notes the ‘A Woman’s Place’ report from Chwarae Teg which showed that a majority of employers think that further governmental action, in particular help with childcare, would help achieve equality between men and women in the workplace and calls on the Welsh Government to outline the steps it will take to expand the provision of affordable and quality childcare in Wales.

The motion as amended was agreed in accordance with Standing Order 12.36.