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Statement from the Deputy First Minister
Reacting to today’s announcement from the UK Government around agricultural property relief, the Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, said:
£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.
Wales strengthens animal disease testing capability
Livestock farmers and animal health officials in Wales are set to benefit from regional disease testing following investment to start the process of establishing a specialist diagnostic centre at Aberystwyth University.
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.
Deputy First Minister announces £3m organic farming support at Winter Fair
Organic farmers across Wales could benefit from £3 million in support payments during 2026-27, the Deputy First Minister will announce at the Hybu Cig Cymru reception at the Winter Fair.
‘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.
Celebrating Local Food Partnerships at the Wales Real Food and Farming Conference
The Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, has confirmed that the Welsh Government is on track to deliver £2 million funding for Local Food Partnerships in 2025-26.
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.
Compulsory housing measures introduced to protect against avian influenza
Poultry and captive bird keepers in Wales must house their birds from Thursday 13 November as measures are introduced to combat the heightened risk of avian influenza.