The Senedd seeks building proposals for a new headquarters in Cardiff Bay as its Ty Hywel lease ends in 2032, aiming for a modern, cost-effective space. Senedd Members New Home Plans Advance: Building Proposals Requested for Cardiff Bay The Senedd needs a new headquarters in Cardiff Bay. They are asking for building proposals now. The…
Blaenau Gwent Council anticipates a 4.95% council tax hike. This aims to address a £1.5 million shortfall despite increased Welsh government funding. Blaenau Gwent Council Faces 4.95 Percent Increase in Council Tax The Welsh government will likely raise Blaenau Gwent’s funding. Expect a 4.8 percent increase for 2025/2026. This is above the 4.3 percent national…
A recent YouGov poll reveals that over half of Welsh adults disapprove of the Welsh Government’s performance, with only 19% expressing approval. Welsh Government Performance Faces Disapproval from Majority in Wales Poll A new poll looked at Welsh views on government performance. It showed many people in Wales aren’t happy. Over half disapprove of the…
Wrexham Council reassures its decisions remain valid despite the LDP dispute and appeal. It aims to find a resolution beneficial for Wrexham. Wrexham Planning Decisions Absolutely Sound Despite LDP Dispute Wrexham’s planning group met recently and made decisions without a current development plan (Local Development Plan or LDP). The Welsh Government wants to appeal a…
Gwynedd’s council tax is set to rise by 8.23% due to funding gaps, impacting local services and vulnerable residents. Gwynedd Ratepayers Face Significant Increase in Council Tax Gwynedd: Ratepayers are facing a big increase in council tax. The council says it doesn’t get enough money from the Welsh Government to support public services. They are…
Dawn Bowden, the Senedd member for Merthyr Tydfil, will not seek re-election in 2026 after a decade of service in Welsh politics Merthyr and Rhymney Senedd Member Announces Departure After 10 Years Merthyr Tydfil: So, big news! Dawn Bowden, the Senedd member for Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney, has decided not to run for re-election in…
A new report reveals that Welsh health boards have consistently missed cancer treatment targets since 2020, raising serious concerns. No Welsh Health Board Has Met Cancer Treatment Target Since 2020 Cardiff: A recent report has shown that no health board in Wales has hit the national cancer treatment target since August 2020. That’s a pretty…
The Welsh Government’s new visitor levy could impact everyone, not just tourists, raising concerns among local tourism bodies. Visitor Levy in Wales: Not Just a Tourism Tax, Warns National Body Newport: A group representing tourism bodies in Wales is sounding the alarm. They say the new visitor levy isn’t just a tax for tourists; it’s…
New claims suggest a significant loss of NHS hospital beds in Wales, raising concerns about healthcare capacity and patient care. Thousands of NHS Hospital Beds Lost in Wales, New Claims Reveal Cardiff: So, it turns out that thousands of NHS beds have disappeared in Wales, and it’s causing quite a stir. James Evans, the shadow…
Councils, charities, and experts voice concerns over the Welsh Government’s budget, stating it falls short of addressing critical needs. Councils and Charities Say Welsh Government Budget Isn’t Enough Cardiff: So, there’s been a lot of chatter about the Welsh Government’s budget for 2025-26. Councils, charities, and experts are all saying it just doesn’t cut it.…
Cardiff councillors are pressing the Welsh Government for a swift decision on the Cardiff Parkway train station and business park plans Councillors Urge Welsh Government to Expedite Train Station Decision Cardiff: The Welsh Government is being pushed to make a call on the new train station and business park in Cardiff soon. The Cardiff Parkway…
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is grappling with a £6.82 million budget shortfall for the upcoming year following recent funding announcements. Valleys Council Faces £6 Million Budget Gap After Funding Update Rhondda Cynon Taf: So, the council is in a bit of a pickle. They’ve got a budget gap of over £6 million for next year.…
A new report reveals significant challenges in Wales’ education system for children with additional learning needs, raising concerns about consistency and support. Wales Faces Major Hurdles in Supporting Children with Additional Learning Needs Cardiff: A recent report from Estyn, the school watchdog in Wales, has raised some eyebrows. It highlights that the new system for…
