Preseli Pembrokeshire AM Paul Davies has been announced as the Welsh Conservative spokesperson for rural affairs for the Fifth Assembly. Paul’s new portfolio will cover areas such as farming and agriculture, food and drink and animal welfare.
Mr Davies said, “I’m honoured to be appointed as the Welsh Conservative spokesperson for rural affairs. Preseli Pembrokeshire is a rural constituency, where the local farming and agricultural sector are vital to the local economy and so it’s great to represent my Party on topics of particular interest to my constituency.”
He added, “There are some significant challenges facing our rural communities and I look forward to working with rural industries and stakeholders to scrutinise the Welsh Government’s record of delivery in this area.”