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£3 Million Secured to Continue Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme

The Welsh Government has confirmed £3 million of funding over the next three financial years to continue the Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme (WSGP), supporting Welsh sheep farmers to improve efficiency, productivity and environmental performance.  

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NHS delivers record drop in waiting list

NHS staff have delivered the biggest monthly reduction in the waiting list, as the time people wait for treatment falls to its lowest level in almost six years.

Welsh Government

Extra help with heating oil to deal with rising costs

Extra help is being made available for people in financial crisis facing difficulties with the rising cost of heating oil in Wales

Rebecca Evans MS Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning (Landscape)

Welsh businesses secure £436m in new export sales

Welsh businesses have secured £436 million in new export sales as a direct result of Welsh Government export support over the past five years, Cabinet Secretary for Economy Rebecca Evans told the Explore Export Wales conference in Llandudno today (18 March).

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Thousands of teaching assistants set for pay rise as workforce plan published

Level 1 teaching assistants in Wales will be moved to level 2 roles from September 2026.

This move will benefit up to 3,350 current level one teaching assistants, who will receive a pay rise of up to £1,350.

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New deal to unlock full potential of renewable energy in Wales

A new deal has been launched to ensure Wales meets its renewable energy targets, whilst maximising the benefits for communities. 

Local Transport Grants

More than £115m to improve local transport across Wales

Funding to deliver modern, sustainable integrated transport systems across Wales has been announced today.

DFM & Greyhound

The Senedd votes to ban Greyhound racing in Wales to protect animal welfare

The Senedd has today voted in favour of protecting greyhounds in Wales from the harms of racing. The Bill will prohibit greyhound racing in Wales.  

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Wales to create new standards for holiday accommodation

The Senedd has passed a Bill to support the development of tourism in Wales and improve visitor accommodation.

Julie James MS Counsel General and Minister for Delivery (Landscape)

Landmark law gives voters power to remove Members of the Senedd

The Senedd has taken a significant step to further strengthen democratic accountability by passing the Senedd Cymru (Member Accountability and Elections) Bill.

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HBO drama House of the Dragon flies into North Wales for third season

The smash hit production filmed on location across North Wales during Summer 2025; Production Funding support from the Welsh Government via Creative Wales ensured trainee placements and job opportunities in the region.