Wales’ political map is set to be redrawn as part of plans to expand the Senedd ahead of the 2026 election.
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First Minister reshuffles Welsh Government cabinet amid resignations
Outgoing First Minister Vaughan Gething has made changes to the Welsh Government cabinet following the resignations that led to his resignation.
Welsh budget timetable ‘stifles scrutiny’
The chair of the Senedd’s finance committee criticised Welsh Government plans to once again publish the draft budget just days before the Christmas recess.
Complaints against Senedd members leap by 167%
Douglas Bain, who investigates complaints against misbehaving members, said the number of complaints received is the highest since 2020/21.
Teacher shortage ‘threatens Welsh speaker target’
Senedd members warned a shortage of teachers could undermine a target to reach a million Welsh speakers and double daily use of the language by 2050.
Supreme Court looms as gender quotas bill progresses
Jane Hutt, who is in charge of the bill, said the landmark legislation would make the Senedd more effective as well as more reflective of the people it serves.
Welsh Government updates 20mph guidance
The new guidance says the Welsh Government expects most speed limit changes from 20 to 30 mph will be made on A or B roads.
Call for Senedd election as First Minister steps aside
Vaughan Gething faced calls for a snap Senedd election after he was forced to stand down as Wales’ First Minister by mass resignations from his government.
Vaughan Gething to stand down as First Minister of Wales
Vaughan Gething confirmed he will stand down as First Minister and Welsh Labour leader after mass resignations from ministers forced his hand.
Four ministers quit and call on First Minister to stand down
Vaughan Gething’s time as Wales’ First Minister teeters on the brink after four ministers resigned from the Welsh Government.