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Skills funding takes young creatives to the next level

The first young people to graduate from a pilot project to improve grassroots access into the gaming and animation sectors have secured coveted places on games development degrees and work in the industry.

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Senedd to vote on legislation to support tourism

A visitor levy will help support a thriving, sustainable tourism industry in Wales by giving councils the choice to introduce a small additional charge on overnight stays in their area which would be re-invested in tourism.

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999 call changes designed to save lives

The way the Welsh Ambulance Service deals with the most serious 999 calls is changing from tomorrow (Tuesday 1 July).

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Support for Service children in Wales

Schools can apply for grants of up to £3,000 from Supporting Service Children in Education (SSCE) Cymru, to provide practical support for service children throughout their education.

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‘Transformative’ project keeping families together in West Wales

Vulnerable families in West Wales are receiving crucial support through the Fostering Network’s Step-Up Step-Down project, helping children remain with their parents.

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New national body for youth work in Wales

A new national body is to be set up to strengthen the youth work sector, support innovation and collaboration and ensure its long-term sustainability.

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Planning reforms set to speed up infrastructure decisions and create jobs

Reforms aimed at making Wales the fastest country in the UK for determining planning applications, creating new jobs and driving economic growth have been unveiled.

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Thousands more jobs thanks to foreign investment growth into Wales

Foreign direct investment into Wales grew significantly in the last year, with large increases in projects secured and jobs created, new figures show.

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Potholes across Wales fixed and prevented with local government fund

Local roads across Wales are being fixed as work begins as a result of a scheme which is unlocking up to £120m for local councils

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Extension confirmed for programme that helps people with care and support needs to live independently

A Welsh Government programme that funds projects to help people with care and support needs live independently has been extended until at least March 2027. 

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Deputy First Minister praises ‘exceptional’ firefighting during wildfire season

Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, has praised the exceptional skills of firefighters at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) following an unprecedented rise in wildfires across Wales.

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Supporting offshore wind to power economic growth and create jobs

A new comprehensive action plan aims to maximise Wales' offshore wind potential and secure long-term economic benefits.