An academic warns that Mark Drakeford’s budget may not be as beneficial as claimed, suggesting modest spending increases ahead for Wales. Mark Drakeford’s Budget for Wales Faces Scrutiny from Experts Cardiff: So, Mark Drakeford just dropped the draft budget for Wales, right? He’s saying there’s an extra £1.5 billion to spend, which sounds great. He’s…
Local leaders express outrage over Deputy First Minister’s remarks on quarry pollution Community Appalled at Minister’s Comments on Toxic Quarry Issue Ynysddu: Folks in the community are really upset about what the Deputy First Minister said regarding the Ty Llwyd Quarry. They feel his comments were totally out of touch with the reality of the…
The Welsh Government’s draft budget has drawn varied responses, highlighting concerns over health funding and child poverty amidst promises of increased support. Welsh Government’s Draft Budget Sparks Mixed Reactions from Key Organizations Cardiff: The Welsh Government has rolled out its draft budget, which includes more cash for health and social care, plus some measures for…
The Senedd debates the ongoing challenges EU citizens face in Wales, raising fears of a potential repeat of the Windrush Scandal. Could Post-Brexit Wales Face a Shocking ‘Second Windrush’ for EU Citizens? Cardiff: So, it’s been a while since Brexit, right? But EU citizens in Wales are still feeling the heat. The Welsh Government is…
Pembrokeshire County Council is set to discuss a motion opposing new inheritance tax changes that could heavily impact family farms in the region. Pembrokeshire’s Farmers Face Shocking Inheritance Tax Changes: What’s at Stake? Pembrokeshire: There’s a big meeting coming up where the council will talk about some serious changes to inheritance tax that could hit…
The Welsh Government’s draft budget reveals significant funding increases across departments, but critics question if it’s enough to address ongoing challenges. Wales Unveils Draft Budget: Seven Surprising Highlights You Need to Know Cardiff: The Welsh Government is rolling out a budget that gives every department more cash than last year. Finance Minister Mark Drakeford is…
Wales’ finance minister Mark Drakeford criticizes Plaid Cymru, warning of a reckoning as he unveils a £26bn budget focused on vital public services. Mark Drakeford’s Bold Challenge: Will Plaid Cymru Face a Reckoning Over Budget Votes? Wales: Mark Drakeford, the finance minister, didn’t hold back in his recent comments about Plaid Cymru. He called them…
Jessica Morden, MP for Newport East, supports postal workers as they gear up for the busy holiday season, ensuring smooth deliveries for everyone. MP Joins Forces with Posties: How Royal Mail is Preparing for a Record Christmas Rush Newport: Postal workers are really feeling the holiday spirit as they show their local MP, Jessica Morden,…
