The Latest Breaking News from Senedd

Senedd politician to quit following gambling probe

Russell George, the Conservative member for Montgomeryshire, said he was withdrawing his candidacy to stand in next year’s election.

Evening Standard · Apr 22, 2025

Reform UK may overtake Welsh Labour in 2026 Senedd vote, poll suggests

Internal Labour survey shows new voting system could mean many more seats for Farage’s party

The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2025

Starmer promised to create a ‘partnership in power’ with Welsh Labour. He hasn’t – and trouble is brewing

A growing divide over benefits and funding could see the party lose out in Wales for the first time in a century, says Guardian columnist Will Hayward

The Guardian - UK · Apr 7, 2025

Plaid leader to say he will put Starmer ‘on notice’

Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, will speak at the party’s spring conference in Llandudno.

The Independent UK · Mar 21, 2025

Reform UK would be a disaster for Wales – but its rivals have left the door wide open

Labour mismanagement of Welsh public services and an unambitious Conservative party are a gift to Nigel Farage, says Guardian columnist Will Hayward

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2025

Cardiff University denies it is ‘offshoring jobs’ despite Tory MP’s claims

A spokesperson said jobs will not be moved to its proposed Kazakhstan campus amid a consultation on 400 positions being cut.

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

No nationwide smartphone ban in Welsh schools, report recommends

The Welsh Government is being urged to produce clear guidance and a robust framework to allow teachers to set their own rules.

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

Welsh Government passes budget in tight vote

The Welsh Government passed the budget vote thanks to the help of Liberal Democrat Jane Dodds, who abstained.

Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2025

Wales wants to punish lying politicians – how would it work?

Elected politicians and candidates in Wales who deliberately lie could face serious consequences, including being removed from office, under proposals aimed at restoring trust in politics.

The Conversation · Feb 24, 2025

Labour must take the fight to Reform before Senedd polls, Carwyn Jones warns

Lord Jones said he wants to be a ‘voice for Wales’ and a proponent for devolution in Parliament’s upper chamber.

Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2025