The new Welsh Government doubled down this week on Mark Drakeford’s previous decision to abandon the Black Route relief road over environmental concerns.
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Transgender people “feel under siege”
Transgender people “feel under siege”, Wales’ Deputy First Minister Sioned Williams has said.
New deputy minister for transport addresses need for key infrastructure resilience
The Welsh Government’s new deputy transport minister has highlighted the need for “key infrastructure resilience” across the country.
‘Respect, solidarity, and fairness’ behind government’s plans to tackle poverty and inequality
Wales’ new social justice minister, Sioned Williams outlined her priorities in the Senedd this week.
‘Basic’ housing needs ‘out of reach for thousands of people’
Wales’ new housing minister has said everyone in Wales should have a “safe, warm home” – but admitted “this most basic of needs is out of reach for thousands of people”.
First Minister questioned on school safeguarding, taxes, and overseas spending
Rhun ap Iorwerth faced questions on safeguarding in Welsh schools, taxation and overseas spending during today’s First Minister’s Questions.
Delyth Jewell MS: ‘It truly is a momentous time for our nation’
In her first article for Caerphilly Observer since her re-election, Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni MS Delyth Jewell reflects on the election and outlines her party’s plans in government.
New members appointed to Senedd Commission – but what is it, and what will they do?
As the corporate entity for the Welsh Parliament, the Senedd Commission has responsibility over the Senedd’s property, staff, and services to support Senedd Members.
New government minister declares Wales is ‘open for business’
Adam Price told Senedd colleagues that the new Welsh Government will be “placing productivity at the heart of its approach”.
New health minister sets out priorities for the Welsh NHS
Wales’ new health minister has laid out his priorities for the NHS, including tackling waiting lists, service modernisation, and a focus on preventative health.