Wales’ new economy secretary set out his priorities against the backdrop of a significant rise in economic inactivity and a fall in employment compared to the rest of the UK.
Author: Chris Haines - ICNN Senedd Reporter
Change of course over Wales’ 20mph speed limit
Wales’ new transport secretary confirmed a change of course on the controversial 20mph policy but continued to face calls to scrap the default speed limit completely.
Wales’ fire authorities ‘not fit for purpose’ says new local government secretary
Wales’ fire and rescue authorities are ill-equipped to hold services to account amid allegations of sexual harassment and bullying, a committee heard.
Welsh Government target of 1m Welsh speakers by 2050 is “almost impossible”
A target to reach a million Welsh speakers by 2050 is “almost impossible” to hit due to real-terms budget cuts, with demand for courses outstripping capacity, a committee heard.
Clean energy projects ‘harming’ rural Wales, warns Conservative MS
The building of renewable energy projects should not be at the expense of Wales’ rural communities, a Conservative MS has warned.
Senedd shoots down outdoor education bill
MSs rejected calls to establish a legal requirement for residential outdoor education opportunities for children and young people in Wales’ schools.
Senedd backs review over watchdog ‘stitch up’
A call by the Conservatives for an inquiry into the political impartiality of Wales’ public services watchdog has been backed by Senedd Members.
20mph policy ‘should be targeted at schools, hospitals and nurseries’
Wales’ controversial 20mph policy should be targeted at schools, hospitals and nurseries, the new transport secretary suggested.
First step towards council tax and business rate reform
MSs backed the general principles of the local government finance bill, which would introduce a five-year cycle for council tax revaluations from 2030.
Reforms to the way major infrastructure projects are approved given Senedd backing
The Senedd agreed reforms aimed at streamlining the consenting process for significant infrastructure projects in Wales.