New website shows how Welsh laws differ from rest of UK
As the Welsh Government publishes its final scheduled Bill of this National Assembly term, a new website has been launched to help people better...
New employment arrangements for trainee GPs in Wales
The way trainee GPs in Wales are employed will be simplified as part of wider plans to encourage more doctors to work in general...
Landmark Bill paves the way for first Welsh taxes in 800...
A landmark Bill which puts in place arrangements for the collection and management of devolved taxes marks a significant new chapter in Welsh devolution,...
We cannot promote Wales from behind a desk says First Minister
First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones has today launched Wales in the World, the Welsh Government’s international agenda.
The document sets the steps the Welsh...
New meningitis vaccines to be introduced in Wales
New vaccines to protect against different forms of meningitis will be introduced in Wales at the end of the summer, Health and Social Services...
New national blood service for Wales to be created
A new All-Wales Blood Service will be created to ensure every blood donation in Wales directly supports patients in Wales, the Welsh Government announced...
Ashes gets fantastic summer of events underway in Wales
As the 2015 Investec Ashes kicks off at the SSE Swalec Stadium on 8 July - just a week after the announcement of Cardiff...
Minister leads summit to aid restoration of opencast sites
Natural Resources Minister Carl Sargeant today (Thursday 9 July) said he is committed to finding a solution to ensure full and sustainable restoration of...
“We must focus health measures that deliver positive outcomes for Welsh...
First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones will today tell the first international prudent healthcare summit in Cardiff: “If we are to create a stronger,...
Businesses supported by the Welsh Government record 60% increase in exports
New export business secured by companies supported by the Welsh Government in the last financial year reached £52million – an increase of nearly 60%...
BPS decision announced
Deputy Minister for Farming and Food, Rebecca Evans today announced her decision on the method of payment to be implemented for the Basic Payment...
Superfast Cymru expanded to reach more premises
More people are set to receive superfast broadband in Wales as the successful programme bringing it to areas which would otherwise not receive it...
Book launch marks new chapter in Eiry’s creative career
Eiry Rees Thomas, who launched a career in her sixties as a bilingual curriculum content creator, adds another string to her bow this month...
Welsh Government fund to inspire next generation of scientists
Organisations across Wales are being encouraged to bid for funding from the Welsh Government for projects to bring the wonder of science to children...
Assault in Solva – July 5th – Can you help?
Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating an incident of assault that occurred in Solva at approx. midday today.
A man sustained injuries and was taken to hospital...
Wales programme for Roald Dahl’s centenary in 2016 is unveiled
Today, Wales was first in line to announce a programme of events to celebrate the centenary of Welsh born author and the world’s number...
Planning Act receives Royal Assent
Legislation which will reform the planning system in Wales, to ensure that it is fair, resilient and enables development has been granted Royal Assent...
New proposals to strengthen NHS Wales set out in Green Paper
A new legal duty of candour for all NHS staff and a joint inspectorate for health and social services are among the ideas for...
Minister wants ‘Bilingual plus 1’ nation
As part of the Welsh Government’s drive to increase take up of modern foreign languages, Education Minister, Huw Lewis has set out his ambition...
Awards celebrate people improving the use of Welsh in healthcare
All the staff working on a ward at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda have been honoured for their work to improve the Welsh language services they...
Report published on future of music services in Wales
An independent report seeking to maintain and ensure the provision of high quality music services in Wales is being published today by the Welsh...
Wales chosen as global manufacturing centre for SmartCarts – award winning...
An innovative new lightweight tamper-proof galley cart for catering and duty free use on aircraft - which is creating huge interest from the airline...
First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones responds to Airports Commission report
First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones has today responded to the Airports Commission report on a proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport.
"From a Wales...
Food and drink action announced
A year since Towards Sustainable Growth was launched, the Deputy Minister for Farming and Food, Rebecca Evans today provided an update on progress to...
Natural Resources Minister in Lyon to share lessons for Future Generations
Carl Sargeant will today attend a World Climate Summit in Lyon, a key event in the lead-up to the United Nations conference in Paris...
Ministers welcome progress towards key tackling poverty targets
Tackling Poverty Minister, Lesley Griffiths and Education Minister, Huw Lewis, have jointly welcomed the publication of two new reports which show the Welsh Government...
Innovative approach delivering affordable homes and boosting the economy in Rhyl
Welsh Government funding is delivering new affordable homes in Rhyl, providing a boost to the local economy during construction and helping improve the area,...
Campaign to promote Armed Forces benefits a success
A campaign promoting discounts for the Armed Forces Community in Wales has seen huge successes.
Running for six months, the Defence Discount Service campaign was...
Got a burning question for the Welsh Government? Why not come...
Got a burning question for the Welsh Government? Are there issues affecting your community that you want to discuss? Have you got a brilliant...
Welsh Government announces Wales Tunisian Support Line
The Welsh Government has announced the creation of a special dedicated support line to help those returning home from the recent terror attacks in...
Wales replaces the axed UK Independent Living Fund
A new £20m fund to support more than 1,600 disabled people in Wales with their care needs comes into operation today, following the closure...
Transport Minister outlines Metro Phase Two plans
Work on delivery of the next phase of a modern, high-quality public transport Metro system for south east Wales could begin as early as...
Minister unveils details of £7.6m for young people’s mental health services
An extra £7.6m will be invested every year in child and adolescent mental health services in Wales to ensure young people receive the right...
Minister announces plans for a smooth transition to Welsh taxes
The Finance and Government Business Minister Jane Hutt has today announced that the new Welsh Revenue Authority will be working with HMRC and Natural...
Advisors appointed to develop plans £200m North East Wales road improvements
Technical advisors have been appointed to develop options for the £200m Welsh Government road improvements in North East Wales that will boost the economy...
Welsh companies on Welsh Government trade mission to Medica 2014 have...
Life Sciences companies in Wales that participated in the Welsh Government's trade mission to Medica last year have already won contracts worth more than...
Major investment in world class facilities puts Dragon ahead of the...
An investment to create a world leading film post-production, restoration and digitisation facility in South Wales is under way with Welsh Government support, creating...
£10m to improve NHS care for major health conditions
A £10m investment to improve NHS services for major health conditions such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke has been announced by Deputy...
Remembering the old, welcoming the new
Deputy Minister for Farming and Food, Rebecca Evans today visited Coed Ffos Las, an area of woodland to be planted in Carmarthenshire by the...
First Minister gives Wales’ ‘Flying doctors’ official clearance for take-off
Wales’ new ‘flying doctors’ have been officially cleared for take-off after being launched by the First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones.
The Welsh Government-funded EMRTS...
Health Minister approves new £20m Cardigan Integrated Care Centre
Health and Social Services Minister Mark Drakeford has approved plans for a new £20m integrated care centre in Cardigan.
The scheme, which supports Hywel Dda...
Minister endorses ‘radical plan’ to transform teacher training in Wales
Plans to transform the system of initial teacher education and training in Wales will be set out today by the Education Minister, Huw Lewis.
Outlining...
Economy Minister announces £20m business funding package to create 10,000 new...
A £20million pioneering business support service for fast growth fledgling businesses - which is geared to create more than 10,000 jobs over the next...
£3 million to help local authorities meet recycling targets
Four local authorities will get a share of a £3 million fund to help them meet statutory recycling targets.
Flintshire, Neath Port Talbot and Wrexham...
Cardiff leading the way as location for Financial and Professional Services
The Cardiff Capital Region is on the way to becoming the most competitive location in the UK for Financial and Professional Services outside London,...
Funding of £188,000 announced for Ammanford community project
Communities and Tackling Poverty Minister, Lesley Griffiths, has announced funding of £188,136 to transform All Saints Church in Ammanford into a valuable community facility.
The...
Wales strengthens its position in the £1bn UK gaming industry
Game makers, players and industry leaders will be in Cardiff today for the Wales Games Development Show, supported by the Welsh Government, as Wales...
£34m funding to move more care into the community
A major £34m investment in primary care services will help provide 24/7 healthcare closer to people’s homes, Health and Social Services Minister Mark Drakeford...
Results of unannounced spot checks of older people’s mental health wards...
A national report about the findings of a series of 22 unannounced spot checks carried out by an independent team of senior professionals to...
An accessible system of laws to support business growth in Wales
A clear and accessible system of laws is key in terms of promoting a growing, successful and vibrant legal sector to support and attract...
