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New stats show another increase in recycling in Wales
Recycling has increased again as Wales continues its journey towards being a zero-waste nation.
Water summit actions flow towards healthier rivers
“Let’s continue this work together for the benefit of our rivers, our communities and our future” – Deputy First Minister
First finding of yellow-legged hornet in Wales
A dead nest of the yellow-legged hornet has been found near Wrexham, in the first confirmed discovery of the insect in Wales.
£80m to fund work on hundreds of coal tips across Wales
A new multiyear grant scheme will enable vital maintenance works on over 400 former coal tip sites across Wales thanks to over £80 million of funding.
£1.8m to repair flood defences following Storm Claudia
£1.8 million in emergency funding has been confirmed to repair flood defence infrastructure damage due to Storm Claudia.
FareShare Cymru volunteers tackle food waste this Christmas
Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies recently visited FareShare Cymru in Cardiff to see how vulnerable families across Wales will benefit from expanded food redistribution services this Christmas.
Future of historic Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal secured
Funding announced today by the Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change, Huw Irranca-Davies, will ensure security for businesses, communities and wildlife that depend on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.
“Historic moment” as climate and agriculture regulations pass
Landmark regulations that secure Wales' climate commitments and enable the roll-out of the Sustainable Farming Scheme have been passed in the Senedd.
National Forest for Wales grows to over 90,000 hectares
The National Forest for Wales now covers the equivalent of over 90,000 rugby pitches thanks to a network of woodland sites across Wales.
‘Substantial progress’ seen in Cwmtillery one year since landslip
The Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, has returned to Cwmtillery, one year since a significant landslip at a disused coal tip during Storm Bert in November 2024.
98% of Welsh bathing waters meet strict environmental standards
Ninety-eight percent of designated bathing waters in Wales met stringent compliance standards this year – with the vast majority achieving 'excellent' status.
COP30: ‘Crucial moment for real-world results’ – Deputy First Minister
The Deputy First Minister has stated COP30 is a crucial moment for international collaboration and real-world results in our response to the climate change emergency.