Mark Drakeford said people from every single part of Wales have been affected by the scandal – which was recently the subject of an ITV drama.
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Welsh Government backing a “vital first step in securing Ruperra Castle’s future”
The Welsh Government has pledged money towards a structural survey for Ruperra Castle, which has been deemed at risk of collapse.
Junior doctors in Wales begin three-day strike
Junior doctors in Wales have begun their three-day strike action in a dispute over pay.
“Decision to pull the plug on the tourist information centre is baffling and contradictory”
Plaid Cymru MS Peredur Owen Griffiths discusses the proposed closure of Coffi Vista in his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Welsh Government faces questions over leisure centre closures
Delyth Jewell MS, who represents South Wales East, raised concerns over leisure facilities closing in Caerphilly County Borough.
Ministers quizzed on how stretched budgets will impact children
The Senedd’s children’s committee scrutinised ministers about the potential impact of stretched budgets on children and young people in Wales.
‘We are lacking teachers in core subjects across the board’ – Shadow education minister
The Welsh Government has been urged to get to grips with a recruitment and retention crisis in teaching after Wales recorded its lowest-ever PISA results.
Welsh Government ‘must overcome its aversion to setting targets’ on child poverty
Jenny Rathbone MS led a debate on the equality committee’s report which critiqued the Welsh Government’s draft child poverty strategy.
Public service cuts could have a disproportionate effect on women and low-income families
Cuts to public services in Wales are likely to have a disproportionate impact on women and low-income families, the Senedd’s finance committee heard.
Welsh Government’s draft budget plans debated by Senedd Members
Rebecca Evans said the Welsh Government’s 2024-25 settlement is worth up to £1.3bn less in real terms than when it was set in the 2021 spending review.