SCECLB337 Bridget Palmer
What are your views on the general principles of the Bill and
the need for legislation to deliver the Welsh Government’s
stated policy objective (to make the Senedd a more effective
legislature by ensuring it is broadly representative of the gender
make-up of the population)?
Through a longcworking life I have seen the
value of a balanced ie representative work force.
Especially when wirking with young people. How would a young
woman know what she can aspire to, if she cannot see her sex
represented at all levels, in all wirk places.
As important how can any legislation speak for
all citizens if women are contributing.
As we still work, do most if the caring and
housework, I do know young men are more engaged in care, use public
transport, recrive lower wages, we have to have a fair voice.
What are your views on the system of enforcement and potential
sanctions for non-compliance proposed in the Bill?
This is harder for me to comment on, but again
if a party fails to compky then action,of some kind is vital.
Are there any potential barriers to the implementation of the
Bill’s provisions? If so, what are they, and are they
adequately taken into account in the Bill and the accompanying
Explanatory Memorandum and Regulatory Impact Assessment?
Are any unintended consequences likely to arise from the
Bill?
Yes, men will be very annoyed.
What are your views on the Welsh Government’s assessment
of the financial and other impacts of the Bill?
Again, as it is a vital change, cost is nit
really relevant.
What are your views on the balance between the information
contained on the face of the Bill and what is left to subordinate
legislation? Are the powers for Welsh Ministers to make subordinate
legislation appropriate?
Sorry not able to add any experience on
this.
Do you have any views on matters relating to the legislative
competence of the Senedd including compatibility with the European
Convention on Human Rights?
If not representative the Senedd might fail to
support this legislation. Sadly if you dont feel it,
people often do not care.
Do you have any views on matters related to the quality of the
legislation, or to the constitutional or other implications of the
Bill?
I am assuming it is necessary, that equal
representation is not working.
Are there any other issues that you would like to raise about
the Bill and the accompanying Explanatory Memorandum or any related
matters?
Some anxiety that welsh language lobby
sabotage candidates without Welsh language.
Anything else?
It is important.