Millions of pounds worth of cuts to the Welsh National Opera have been branded “cultural vandalism” by Islwyn Senedd Member Rhianon Passmore.
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Conservative calls to ditch Welsh tourism tax rejected
Laura Anne Jones led a debate on the Welsh Government’s plans to roll out a visitor levy – a small fee for visitors staying overnight in tourism accommodation – from 2027.
‘Mistakes made’ over 20mph limit, former minister admits
A former minister has admitted mistakes were made introducing Wales’ controversial default 20mph speed limit.
Money shortage could hit plans to restore UK’s last opencast mine
Plans to restore the last opencast mine in the UK could be significantly curtailed due to a shortfall of tens of millions of pounds, a committee heard.
Corporate greed blamed for rising veterinary costs
Veterinary care is unaffordable for many pet owners in Wales due to “ridiculous” price increases fuelled by corporate greed, a committee heard.
Welsh Government urged to cough up cash for culture sector
Labour MS Alun Davies criticised cuts in the Welsh Government’s 2024/25 budget, warning arts funding has been down the pecking order for decades.
Conservative MS faces police probe over expenses claim
Senedd Member Laura Anne Jones is being investigated by police over allegations of making false expenses claims.
Plaid Cymru pulls out of co-operation agreement with Welsh Government
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth said the agreement has ended “with immediate effect”.
Rural Wales ‘in trouble’, Senedd Member says
Cefin Campbell MS described rural Wales as a picture of decline, with banks, schools, post offices and pubs all closing.
Cross-party calls for Palestine to be officially recognised
Senedd members from Wales’ four main political parties set their differences aside to call on the Welsh and UK Governments to recognise the state of Palestine.