Review of the well-being objectives

We have reviewed our well-being objectives in light of the extraordinary events Wales has experienced this year, as well as the resilience and strength people and communities have shown in the face of these profound challenges. These include: • The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected all aspects of society and culture, highlighted systemic disadvantages and meant that many families in Wales have faced devastating losses this year • The end of the European transition period, which has fundamentally changed our place in the world • Continued UK Government austerity, which restricts our ability to provide public services and tackle the causes of inequality • The climate emergency, which we continue to address as a matter of urgency • The impact of flooding, which has had a devastating impact on communities in Wales this year • Our increasingly digital world, which has been accelerated by the pandemic Following our review, we are content that these are still the right well-being objectives for Wales. Similarly to last year’s annual report, as well as the context above we have considered the review of our well-being objectives in the context of the five ways of working and three overarching themes of prosperous, equal and green. The table below outlines how each of the objectives are captured by and reflected in these themes. Our 2020-21 Budget demonstrates how we are continuing to embed the Act through an integrated approach which focusses on the areas where together we can have the greatest impact over the longer term.

Well-being objective

1 Support people and businesses to drive prosperity 2 Tackle regional inequality and promote fair work 3 Drive sustainable growth and combat climate change 4 Deliver quality health and care services fit for the future 5 Promote good health and well-being for everyone 6 Build healthier communities and better environments

7 Support young people to make the most of their potential 8 Build ambition and encourage learning for life 9 Equip everyone with the right skills for a changing world 10 Build resilient communities, culture and language 11 Deliver modern and connected infrastructure

12 Promote and protect Wales’ place in the world

More Prosperous Equal Green