Debates in the Welsh Assembly are on a motion tabled either by a Minister or by a back-bench AM. In most debates, most parties will table at least one amendment to the motion to reflect their views. Debates allow the Assembly to deliberate on pertinent issues that affect Wales or Welsh people. A spokesperson from each party is called in turn to speak to the motion or amendment tabled. After further speeches, votes are taken on each amendment moved and then on the motion, which may have been amended in a preceding vote.
