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Zero-emission car sharing clubs expand across Wales

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

The TrydaNi car sharing scheme currently operates 13 car clubs across Wales, with more than 500 members
The scheme is backed by £1m of Welsh Government funding
The Aberystwyth car club launched in December 2024 and has 99 members

Statement from the Deputy First Minister: Visit with the Prime Minister

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:30:00 Z

The Deputy First Minister, Sioned Williams, has issued the following statement.

First 100 days lay foundations for long-term change in Wales

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

The new Welsh Government has today (Wednesday 26 August) marked its first 100 days in office, confirming key progress has been made in delivering on the promise to improve people's lives across Wales.

Ride on! Last call for Tour de France volunteers

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:30:00 Z

Volunteers needed as Tour de France Grand Départ comes to Wales in 2027 - deadline to apply is Tuesday 1st September

Grand Départ Trophy will visits the Caerphilly Cheese Festival on Saturday 29th August

Summer holiday Bwyd a Hwyl Food and Fun programme reaches one million places

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

This summer Bwyd a Hwyl Food and Fun entered its second decade, marking a major milestone with the programme reaching one million places being delivered, providing nutritious breakfasts and lunches alongside engaging activities for learners during the summer holidays.

Deputy Minister meets Lord Burns to discuss transport improvements

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

Deputy Minister for Transport Mark Hooper met Lord Burns to discuss progress in tackling M4 congestion and new rail infrastructure in the south east of Wales

Developing positive working relationships with the UK Government was agreed, with both citing the Railways Bill as a real opportunity to make progress in this area, to help benefit communities across the Wales and Borders network

Welsh Government commissions review of local government funding formula

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 Z

The Welsh Government has commissioned new research by the Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) to review the formula used to distribute funding to local authorities in Wales.

National Energy Strategy to outline new vision for energy in Wales

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:30:00 Z

Welsh Government is finalising its approach to a National Energy Strategy.
The Strategy will set out a vision for a renewable energy sector that retains value in Welsh communities.

Flood-hit Milford Haven residents to help shape new national flooding support network

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

Steering Group to be set up to help create an independent body with practical support for communities before, during and after floods.

Announcement follows a visit to Milford Haven, where new flood defences are under construction.

New members to be appointed to the committee coordinating flooding strategy across Wales.

Deputy Minister urges young people to return for second vaccine dose

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:01:00 Z

From this week, young people are receiving the second dose of the MenB vaccine
Over 17,000 have come forward for their first dose
There is still time for those in the eligible cohort to receive their first dose
Both doses are necessary for full protection.