First in UK group to improve social care workforce conditions
Wales is the first in the UK to have set up a group bringing government, employers and trade unions together to improve ways of working for staff in the social care sector.
Calls for vigilance following Foot and Mouth Disease case in Germany
Wales’ Chief Veterinary Officer, Richard Irvine is urging livestock owners in Wales to remain vigilant following the recent case of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Germany.
More than £20m to help universities tackle climate change. Loan funding will help universities reach low carbon ambitions
Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Vikki Howells, visited Cardiff University to see how a £12.2m investment is accelerating their progress towards carbon reduction.
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Raising standards a team effort – Education Minister
- PISA results out today highlight the ongoing challenge of raising standards in Wales’ schools.
- However, results show Welsh schools are comparatively effective at supporting the most disadvantaged learners.
- Reading and science has remained broadly stable since 2022, providing a platform to improve.
- The Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language has reassured teachers and leaders that there will be no knee-jerk response to the results and that plans are in place to support schools to raise standards.
Castle capers and hearty history: kids go free this Owain Glyndŵr Day
Children and young people will be able to explore some of Wales' most iconic castles and historic sites for free this Sunday [13th September] as part of celebrations to mark Owain Glyndŵr Day.
Shape plans for a new clean energy company, owned by Wales, to benefit Wales
- Proposals for a new public energy company aims to keep the benefits of our abundant energy sources in Wales
- It could help bring down energy costs over the longer term.
- Energy Minister says: “It’s about cheaper, cleaner energy that is made and owned in Wales.”