Vaughan Gething holds first press conference since becoming Welsh First Minister

The First Minister of Wales discusses his leadership vision, emphasizing a strong team and a balanced cabinet to address challenges. He outlines budget priorities, focusing on health, social care, and local government, while acknowledging the difficult choices due to austerity. The need for a different settlement at the AUK level is highlighted, stressing the importance of investing in public services and economic growth. The Minister calls for stability and ambition to match Wales' goals, recognizing the tough decisions in public funding across various sectors.

What is the First Minister's approach to leadership in Wales?

• Balancing experience with new energy in the cabinet

• Focusing solely on experienced cabinet members

• Prioritizing new energy over experience

• Ignoring cabinet dynamics

Which areas are prioritized in the Welsh government's budget?

• Education and tourism

• Health, social care, and local government

• Defense and infrastructure

• Technology and innovation

What is a consequence of prioritizing the NHS in the budget?

• Increased funding for all public sectors

• No impact on other public areas

• Difficult financial choices in other public sectors

• Unlimited resources for education

What does the First Minister suggest is necessary at the UK level?

• Decreased public spending

• A different financial settlement

• More austerity measures

• Increased taxes

Why is investing in public services and economic growth important according to the First Minister?

• To decrease public sector jobs

• To reduce taxes

• To increase government control

• To match Wales' ambition and ensure stability