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Team Wales heroes were given a warm welcome home at the Senedd today (Credit: Matthew Horwood)

Wales’ Commonwealth Games heroes celebrated at homecoming

Team Wales heroes were given a warm welcome home today (Thursday 6 August) during a special event to honour and celebrate the nation’s success at the Commonwealth Games.

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Welsh and Scottish First Ministers pledge closer cooperation

First Minister of Wales, Rhun ap Iorwerth, held his first face-to-face meeting with First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, today, vowing closer cooperation between their governments in fighting for a fairer deal from Westminster for their respective nations.

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School swimming and water safety programme roll out from September

Primary school pupils in Wales will gain access to swimming and water safety lessons under a new national programme launching this autumn.

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Statement from the First Minister

The First Minister of Wales, Rhun ap Iorwerth said:

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New Welsh Government announces its first phase of legislation

The First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth will set out the first phase of the Welsh Government’s new legislative programme in a statement to the Senedd this afternoon. 

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FM addresses EU Ambassadors to the UK

The First Minister of Wales, Rhun ap Iorwerth, addressed the representatives to the UK from the major EU nations yesterday.

FM with Helen McEntee - 24.06.2026

Wales and Ireland strengthen ties in FM’s first overseas visit

Wales will build stronger economic, academic and cultural ties with Ireland, after First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth made his first overseas visit to Dublin today. 

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Welsh Government confirms additional £15m investment in free school meals for eligible secondary pupils

The Welsh Government has announced £15m to start enabling more secondary pupils to receive free school meals.

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New Welsh Government announces £145m boost for NHS Wales

The Welsh Government has today announced an extra £145m will be invested in NHS Wales this financial year.