A franchising model similar to Greater Manchester’s would be introduced under the bill, with the Welsh Government gaining control of routes, timetables, fares and standards.
Tag: Senedd
‘The world is both dimmer without you and brighter for having known you’
The Senedd has paused to pay tribute to Hefin David, the late Caerphilly Senedd Member, who approached politics “with heart, with humour and with hope”.
Welsh Government rejects call to keep Big Pit tours free
Culture minister Jack Sargeant said it is for Amgueddfa Cymru (Museum Wales) to take an evidence-based decision balancing financial sustainability and equity of access.
Welsh Government pays £13m to settle contract claims
Andrew Goodall, the Welsh Government’s permanent secretary, said in a letter that his officials sought to settle all claims with the contractor in the interests of value for money.
Cricket clubs ‘stumped’ by housing developments
Barry Cawte, chief executive of Cricket Wales, said planning decisions are threatening the viability and safety of cricket clubs across the country.
Calls for £10,000 cap on donations after Vaughan Gething row
Campaigners have called for a cap on political donations following controversy over a £200,000 donation that led to the downfall of former First Minister Vaughan Gething.
Peredur Owen Griffiths highlights ‘stark’ difference between Plaid and Reform
In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Plaid Cymru MS Peredur Owen Griffiths discusses the upcoming Senedd by-election, and pays tribute to the late Hefin David.
Ex-council leader quits Labour and backs Plaid in Caerphilly by-election storm
Cllr Sean Morgan has torn up his party membership, and accused Labour of failing to deliver on its general election promises and of being “complicit in genocide” in the Middle East.
Welsh Conservatives announce candidate for upcoming Caerphilly by-election
The Welsh Conservatives have selected Gareth Potter to contest the upcoming Senedd by-election in Caerphilly.
Lindsay Whittle: Plaid Cymru’s candidate for the Caerphilly Senedd by-election
Plaid Cymru has turned to a familiar name in Caerphilly politics for the upcoming Senedd by-election, selecting Lindsay Whittle as their candidate.