Two new quality statements will set benchmarks for mental health and self-harm services across Wales, supporting the drive toward same-day open access care.
£25m unlocked for Anglesey Freeport after landmark deal
Seven infrastructure projects set to receive seed capital funding after Welsh Government, UK Government, Anglesey council and Stena Line sign memorandum of understanding.
£3m boost for Welsh sheep genetics programme
The Welsh Government has confirmed three years of funding for the next phase of the Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme, with HCC set to lead from April 2026.
NHS Wales waiting times hit lowest level in six years
Average treatment waiting times in Wales have fallen to around 18 weeks following a record eighth consecutive monthly reduction in the waiting list.
New law means Welsh holiday lets will need a licence
The Senedd has passed a Bill requiring self-catering accommodation providers in Wales to obtain a licence, with the scheme expected to launch in 2029.
Senedd passes law allowing voters to recall Members
The Senedd has approved new legislation giving the people of Wales the power to remove their elected representatives between elections for the first time.
Coal tip safety task force resumed by Welsh and UK governments
The Welsh and UK Governments have recommitted to coal tip safety by resuming the Disused Mine and Quarry Tips Task Force, backed by more than £250m in combined funding.
£11.2m to help Welsh councils rebuild after 2025 storms
The Welsh Government has announced further funding for Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire and Merthyr Tydfil councils to support storm recovery efforts.
Wales first in UK with child sexual abuse strategy
Wales has become the first UK nation to launch a ten-year strategy to prevent and respond to child sexual abuse, with 25,000 children estimated to be affected annually.
Wales first to ban profit from children’s care
From 1 April, all new providers of children’s homes, fostering services and secure accommodation in Wales must operate on a not-for-profit basis under landmark new legislation.
Plaid and Reform level as Greens eye Senedd first
A new More in Common poll shows Plaid Cymru and Reform UK tied on 26% ahead of the May 7 Senedd election, with the Greens doubling their support to 10%.
Reform UK launches Senedd manifesto with tax cut pledge
Reform UK has launched its Senedd election manifesto in Newport, promising a 1p income tax cut across all bands, an M4 relief road, and scrapping default 20mph limits ahead of the 7 May vote.