A fiery debate has erupted over claims a financial support scheme for farmers will lead to the loss of an estimated 1,100 jobs, 56,000 livestock and £76m.
Author: Chris Haines - ICNN Senedd Reporter
‘A disservice to families’: Senedd closes ‘sad chapter’ as Covid scrutiny is silenced
Plaid Cymru’s Adam Price described the saga as a “very sad chapter” in the Senedd’s history and a forfeited opportunity to learn lessons from the pandemic.
Welsh steel faces drastic impact from EU tariffs, minister warns
Wales’ economy secretary has warned of drastic consequences for the future of Welsh steelmaking after the EU announced plans to slash tariff-free import quotas.
National museums face almost £3m budget gap
The planned “business-as-usual” Welsh budget would leave national museums facing a near-£3m shortfall and lead to more cuts, the Senedd’s culture committee has heard.
Made-in-Wales investment model avoids ‘crippling’ PFI trap, says Drakeford
Mark Drakeford explained £1.14bn for projects including the new Velindre cancer centre and A465 works “simply would not have happened” otherwise.
‘Piggybacking’ on UK laws ‘undermines Senedd scrutiny’
Senedd Members have warned a continued reliance on UK laws in devolved areas is eroding the Welsh Parliament’s crucial role in scrutinising legislation.
Welsh Government set to scrap Industry Wales
The Welsh Government has announced it will axe an industry body after a damning analysis from the auditor general for Wales uncovered accounting irregularities.
Voters set to get power to sack misbehaving Senedd Members
Voters would be given the power to remove Senedd Members from office between elections under a new draft accountability bill published by the Welsh Government
Hands off our hospital: 17,000 demand Senedd saves stroke services
Senedd Members have scrutinised a 17,000-signature petition calling for action to save stroke services amid fears for the future of frontline hospital care in mid and west Wales.
Welsh Government unveils draft ‘Airbnb law’
The draft bill would set legal standards for fire, electrical and gas safety, with rules on carbon monoxide alarms and public liability insurance.