Welsh Labour and UK governments criticised over sewage polluted rivers
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have criticised the Welsh Labour & UK governments over new figures showing devastating levels of sewage entering local rivers. According to data published today, the River Teifi, which forms the boundary between Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire,…
Bottleneck ‘breaker’ at notorious Carmarthenshire Road
Motorists using one of the busiest stretches of road in Carmarthenshire can look forward to less stressful journeys thanks to an improvement scheme which should be in place by the summer. Funded as part of a £110 million fund…
‘Nobody taking responsibility’ for paying care workers the real living wage
Care home providers urged the Welsh Government to follow through on a key commitment to ensure care workers are paid the real living wage. Giving evidence in the Senedd, Care Forum Wales, which represents more than 450 care homes,…
Plaid MS criticises lack of “recognition of the crisis” over deterioration of Welsh-speaking communities
A Plaid Cymru Member of the Senedd has criticised the lack of “recognition of the crisis” on behalf of the Welsh Government regarding moving forward with plans to prevent the further deterioration of Welsh-speaking communities and promote their recovery. During…
Senedd signs off on £26bn Welsh Gov budget
The Senedd signed off on the Welsh Government’s £26bn budget for the coming year after ministers struck a deal with the Liberal Democrats. Senedd members voted 29-28 in favour of the final budget, with Welsh Lib Dem leader Jane Dodds…
UK Gov commits £5m to Newport Transporter Bridge
Today, the UK Government has committed to £5 million of Levelling Up funding for the Newport Transporter Bridge in South Wales. The cash boost will fund vital repair and maintenance works to Newport Transporter Bridge, which plays a crucial role…
Criminal Justice System in disarray after years of chronic underfunding – Welsh Gov Chief Legal Adviser
The criminal justice system is in disarray due to years of chronic underfunding, the Welsh Government’s chief legal adviser warned. Julie James, who was appointed counsel general in September, pledged to pursue more powers from Westminster, beginning with the…
Senedd rejects Winter Fuel Motion
Senedd members narrowly rejected Conservative calls to urge the UK Government to reverse its decision to end universal winter fuel payments. Labour voted down the motion while Plaid Cymru joined the Conservatives in backing it, with the final tally…
Senedd urged to introduce sin bin-style approach to sanctioning misbehaviour
An academic urged the Senedd to introduce a sin bin-style approach to sanctioning misbehaving members. Jonathan Tonge, a professor at the University of Liverpool, gave evidence to a Senedd inquiry on creating a recall system to allow voters to remove…
Education support for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people
June is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month and a chance to celebrate and learn more about the rich culture and heritage of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities in Wales. In 2024-25 the Welsh Government is providing £11m to local…