Mark Drakeford announces revised visitor levy with two payment levels and key policy changes, as Welsh councils prepare for potential implementation from 2027.
Welsh Government Stands Firm on Gender-neutral Facilities
Counsel General Julie James rejects calls to remove gender-neutral spaces in schools following Supreme Court ruling on biological sex definition.
Farage Rules Out Welsh Candidacy as Reform UK Targets Victory
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage confirms he won’t stand in the 2026 Senedd elections while setting ambitious goals for his party’s performance in Wales.
Wales Passes Historic Bill to Create a Million Welsh Speakers
The Senedd has approved groundbreaking legislation ensuring all Welsh schoolchildren become confident Welsh speakers, regardless of background or school.
Welsh Government Boosts Children’s Play Spaces with £5m Fund
New funding will improve playgrounds across Wales, supporting children’s development and creating inclusive community spaces.
Plaid Leader: Welsh Independence Vote Possible in “Our Lifetime”
Rhun ap Iorwerth rules out immediate referendum but keeps independence aspirations alive as Plaid Cymru leads in latest Senedd election polls.
Plaid Cymru Leader Rejects Reform Coalition as 2026 Election Looms
With one year until the Senedd Election, Rhun ap Iorwerth firmly rules out working with Reform UK despite polls showing both parties leading in Wales.
Morgan Vows to Put Wales Before Party in UK Relations
Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan promises to challenge UK Labour government when decisions “harm Welsh communities,” specifically calling for rethinks on winter fuel cuts and wind power benefits.
Should Milkshakes Be Taxed? Wales Weighs Sugar Levy
The UK Government is consulting on plans to extend the sugar tax to milk-based drinks and non-dairy alternatives in Wales, potentially affecting 203 products unless manufacturers reduce sugar content.
Supreme Court Sex Definition Ruling Has “Major Impact” – Morgan
First Minister Eluned Morgan addresses the Senedd regarding the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling on biological sex definition under equalities law, acknowledging fears while pledging respectful implementation.
Welsh Government Pumps £20m into Struggling Cardiff Airport
The Welsh Government is proceeding with a £20m investment in Cardiff Airport as the first instalment of a planned £205m support programme, despite criticism from competitors and opposition parties.
Wales Advances Tourism Tax Bill with £1.30 Nightly Rate
Welsh Government’s proposed tourism levy passes first vote in the Senedd, with plans to implement council-optional charges from 2027.