Mark Drakeford has said left-wing parties would combine to stop Reform UK forming the next Welsh government, even if the party wins the most Senedd seats at the 7 May election.

Welsh government’s spending plans for NHS, schools and public services approved following deal that secured Plaid Cymru support in exchange for extra funding.

Finance secretary issues stark warning to opposition parties as Labour seeks support to pass £27bn draft budget, with negotiations now under way.

Senedd votes 37-13 for visitor levy on hotels and accommodation, with councils deciding local implementation.

Former First Minister Mark Drakeford suggests Wales is ‘over hospitalised’ while current leadership disagrees, sparking debate over healthcare resources.