Welsh Government News - News

New safeguarding programme to strengthen protection of people at risk of abuse and neglect across Wales

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:45:00 Z

New Safeguarding programme to strengthen protection for children, young people and adults at risk from abuse and neglect
A new Ministerial Assurance Board and intelligence hub to detect warning signs earlier and share information faster
Children, young people and adults voices will be at the centre of the programme.

Plans for third Menai crossing and roads-based solution for M4 around Newport, announced today

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:38:00 Z

Go-ahead for a third Menai crossing and plans for roads-based solution for the M4, along with a programme of other transport measures, have been announced today.

Finance Minister to lead debate for fairer funding and roll-out of rail investment

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 Z

MSs to debate cross-party motion calling for faster rail investment in Wales and greater financial flexibility for Welsh Ministers.

Motion calls for the removal of restrictions on the Wales Reserve, improvements to how the Barnett formula operates, and delivery of the UK Government's £14bn rail commitment for Wales.

Finance Minister Elin Jones says working together to make the case for fairer funding and faster delivery will help ensure Wales’ voice is heard.

Town Centre Taskforce gets to work as full membership announced

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:20:00 Z

Members have been appointed to the Welsh Government's Town Centre Taskforce, bringing expertise from business, planning, housing and local government.
Alongside co-Chairs Professor Simon Gibson CBE and Tamsin Ramasut, members will consider the challenges and opportunities facing town centres across Wales and help develop practical, evidence-informed recommendations for Welsh Ministers.

This work builds on recent support for high streets, including a 30% business rates cut for eligible hospitality and leisure venues from 1 April 2027, with the Taskforce’s recommendations expected early next year.

Alcohol price rules change in Wales to help save lives

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:01:00 Z

From today (Thursday 1 October) the minimum price of a unit of alcohol will increase in Wales from 50p to 65p in a move which is expected to save hundreds of lives.

Welsh citizens could claim extra money to help with living costs

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:00:00 Z

Thousands across Wales could be missing out on money they're entitled to, as energy bills hit a three-year high this winter.

The Claim What's Yours campaign connects people with free, confidential advice through Advicelink Cymru - part of the Welsh Government's cost of living support package.

Last year, Advicelink Cymru and other Welsh Government funded advice providers helped 79,000 people across Wales with social welfare issues.

Neonatal units strengthen support for parents’ voices in care

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:20:00 Z

All neonatal units in Wales are now engaged with the Bliss Baby Charter, either having achieved bronze accreditation, or submitted for assessment.
The Bliss Baby Charter means neonatal teams treat parents as essential partners, involving them in decisions about their baby's care.
Bilingual resources and tailored support are being developed to help all families take part in their baby's care.

“We are taking practical action now to back Wales’ sporting ambitions” – Sports Minister

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:01:00 Z

Welsh Government announces extra £2million investment in sport facilities across the country.

UNESCO highlights Wales’ global leadership in supporting languages in the digital age

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:01:00 Z

Wales’s experience of developing and supporting bilingual technology used to develop new UNESCO toolkit.
The toolkit provides practical guidance for supporting multilingual digital services.
UNESCO is sharing Wales’s experience internationally to help other countries and communities strengthen the use of their languages in the digital world.

Fine for engine idling to more than triple as Wales cracks down on air pollution

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:00:00 Z

The fine for leaving a vehicle engine running while parked will rise from £20 to between £75 and £150 from 30 September 2026.

The change aims to protect public health by reducing air pollution, which contributes to heart and lung disease and disproportionately affects children and vulnerable people.

Cabinet Minister Llyr Gruffydd marked the change with a visit to Marshfield Primary School in Newport, where pupils have taken part in a Welsh Government-funded anti-idling project.