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Freelancers working in the cultural and creative sectors in Wales are now able to apply for their share of a £7m fund – which is targeted specifically at those in the freelance sector hit hardest by the Covid-19 pandemic.  

As part of its response to Covid-19, the Welsh Government is ramping up its support for people affected by redundancy, Economy Minister Ken Skates has said.

More than 70 former Laura Ashley workers are set to return to the clothing industry following Fashion-Enter Ltd’s decision to open a new production facility in Powys with Welsh Government support, Economy Minister Ken Skates has revealed.

First Minister Mark Drakeford will today amend the local lockdown rules in recognition of the emotional toll coronavirus is having on people who live alone.

          The Welsh Government has committed further funding of over £7m towards the construction of a new Llanbedr access road in Gwynedd, Economy and North Wales Minister Ken Skates has announced today. This brings Welsh Government investment in the scheme up to nearly £10m.

Welsh Government has today confirmed that the media investment Business, Great Point has entered into an agreement to lease and manage Seren Stiwdios near Cardiff.

In today’s 21 day coronavirus regulation review, First Minister Mark Drakeford is not expected to make major changes to Wales’ national coronavirus rules, as cases of the virus continue to rise.

Today, at the start of Black History Month, Education Minister Kirsty Williams has updated on a ‘truly significant’ project that aims to improve the teaching of themes relating to Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities and experiences across all parts of the school curriculum.

Ear wax care and management is being reorganised and streamlined across Wales to ensure a consistent approach for every patient, Health Minister Vaughan Gething has announced today [Thursday 1].

Today, as the Welsh Government steps up momentum in the drive towards a Wales free from discrimination and inequality, the Deputy Minister and Chief Whip, Jane Hutt, asked the people of Wales to listen and learn from the history and heritage of multicultural societies in Wales.

The first deliveries of ‘baby bundles’ are being received this week by expectant mothers as a pilot begins in Wales.

Joint Press Statement by the Welsh Government, the National Library of Wales and the Tailored Review Panel.