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Left to right: Oliver Novakovic (Group Innovation and Technical Director for Barratt Redrow), Jayne Bryant (Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government) and Scott Caldwell (Lead Director of Cardiff Development for Savills).

UK’s largest net zero housing development to be delivered in Wales

The Welsh Government has agreed a contract with Barratt Redrow to deliver the UK’s largest net zero carbon housing development. It is also believed to be one of the biggest in Europe. 

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Wales gives beavers dam good protection

European beavers will become a protected native species under Welsh law.

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Striking the right note: Fund awards over £700,000 for Welsh music businesses

Third round of funding supports 21 music venues, studios and businesses across Wales.

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Over 100% increase in cruise ship visits to Wales

Wales is becoming a must-visit destination for cruises, with new figures revealing a surge in ship visits over recent years.

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Bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) in Monmouthshire: Update

Following the confirmation of Bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) at a premises in Monmouthshire, the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Wales has announced a Bluetongue Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) will be put in place around the farm from Wednesday 1st October.

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Investing in digital skills at school and at home

An agreement which gives all learners at Welsh state schools free access to Microsoft 365 at school and at home is to continue, following a new licensing deal.

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£1.1m to champion Age-Friendly Wales on International Day of Older People

The Welsh Government has announced £1.1m to support Age Friendly Officers across Wales.

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99% of pharmacies now able to treat UTIs

The overwhelming majority of pharmacies across Wales will be providing free treatment for a common infection without an appointment or prescription.

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Attendance Improves in Secondary Schools

Secondary school attendance rates have improved with overall absence falling from 12.0% to 10.9% in the 2024/25 academic year, new figures published today show.

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Replacement Dee bridge hits next milestone

Plans to build a replacement A494 River Dee Bridge have reached the next milestone with publication of the draft Orders.

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New priorities to help protect Welsh place names

The public are being asked to help safeguard Welsh language place names, as part of new plans to protect our linguistic heritage.

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Landmark Bill introduced to ban greyhound racing in Wales

Ending greyhound racing in Wales has today taken a significant step forward following the introduction of The Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Wales) Bill to the Senedd.