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The First Minister's message to the people of Wales on St David's Day

A Welsh Government spokesperson said: “It is with deep sadness that we confirm the sudden passing of Clare Drakeford, wife of the First Minister.

First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced the Welsh Government will be funding up to 140 medical student placements each year at the new north Wales medical school.

Welsh Government Ministers have today (Thursday, Jan 5) visited credit unions across Wales as they announced continued funding of just over £422,000 a year for the organisations which offer vital support to those struggling with their finances.

In his message the First Minister says: 

The Welsh Government’s Permanent Secretary has congratulated members of staff who have been nominated for honours in the New Year list.

In his Christmas message the First Minister says:

First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced Harry Gourlay is the winner of his annual Christmas card competition.

The first ever summit for children and young people in care and care leavers in Wales will take place today (Saturday 3^rd December).

Universal free school meals in primary schools across Wales and new measures to help people to live in their local communities are among some of the commitments delivered in the first year of the Co-operation Agreement between the Welsh Government and Plaid Cymru.

“You’re a special group of players and coaches with a passionate set of supporters right behind you. Good luck Wales, Pob lwc Cymru!”

First Minister Mark Drakeford is asking budding young artists to put their creative hats on and enter this year’s Christmas card competition.