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Wales Advances Tourism Tax Bill with £1.30 Nightly Rate

Jordan Jones 3 April 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh Government’s proposed tourism levy passes first vote in the Senedd, with plans to implement council-optional charges from 2027.

Wales Bans Junk Food Displays Near Tills to Fight Obesity

Jordan Jones 26 March 2025Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh supermarkets with 50+ employees must remove unhealthy snacks from tills and aisle ends by March 2026 as Senedd narrowly approves new obesity-tackling legislation.

Wales Unveils £1 Youth Bus Travel in £100m Budget Deal

Jordan Jones 20 February 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Young people in Wales to benefit from £1 bus journeys under new Welsh Labour and Liberal Democrat budget agreement, alongside major investments in childcare and local services.

Wales Makes History with Plans to Ban Greyhound Racing

Jordan Jones 18 February 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Deputy First Minister announces groundbreaking decision to end greyhound racing in Wales, marking a first for the UK nations. The move follows strong public support and advocacy from animal welfare organisations.

Wales Pushes Ahead with Tourist Tax Plan Including Children

Jordan Jones 12 February 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh government maintains stance on including under-18s in proposed £1.25 per night tourism levy, despite opposition from various sectors including tourism operators and youth organisations.

Wales Unveils Strict Rules on Junk Food Promotions

Jordan Jones 11 February 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh Government introduces new regulations to restrict the promotion and placement of high-fat, salt and sugar foods in stores, targeting rising obesity levels across the nation.

Wales NHS Debate: First Minister Defends Hospital Comments

Jordan Jones 4 February 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

First Minister backs Finance Minister Mark Drakeford’s controversial comments about Welsh hospitals while emphasising no closures planned.

Welsh Government Pledges £25m to Combat Pothole Crisis

Jordan Jones 3 February 2025Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Major funding boost announced to repair Wales’ strategic road network, with plans to prevent 30,000 road defects and resurface 100km of roads in the coming financial year.

Wales Finance Minister Claims Country has ‘Too Many Hospital Beds’

Jordan Jones 23 January 2025Mark Drakeford, Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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

Welsh Politicians’ Pay Set to Rise Above Inflation

Jordan Jones 8 January 2025Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Independent board proposes 6% salary increase for Senedd Members, lifting their pay to £76,380 amid consultation on comprehensive remuneration package.

Wales to Introduce £1.25 Tourism Tax from 2027

Jordan Jones 25 November 2024Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh government announces plans for a visitor levy from 2027, with councils given power to implement charges for overnight stays in tourism accommodation.

Welsh Tourism Tax Plans Unveiled Amid Industry Concerns

Jordan Jones 12 November 2024Politics, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

Welsh Government announces new tourism levy and accommodation register, giving councils power to charge overnight visitors despite industry opposition.

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