New way of delivering grants to vulnerable groups
Throughout the last year, we have been testing a new way of delivering grants in seven local authorities across Wales. The aim of this work was to bring together a number of grants to strengthen the ability of local authorities and their partners to deliver preventative services focused on early...Read More »
Final report on “grassroots of governance” published
In June last year, we commissioned an independent review on the future role of Community and Town Councils in Wales.
A panel of experts, co-chaired by former Assembly Members Gwenda Thomas and Rhodri Glyn Thomas, was asked to explore the current, and potential role of town and community councils in Wales.
Over...Read More »
Professor Glyn Hewinson to lead cutting edge Bovine TB Centre of Excellence in Aberystwyth
A new Centre of Excellence for Bovine Tuberculosis for Wales will open at Aberystwyth University later this year, bringing international expertise together with the aim of eradicating the cattle disease.
Professor Glyn Hewinson, a world renowned expert on Bovine Tuberculosis, will lead the centre’s work. Prof Hewinson is Lead Scientist for...Read More »
Finance Secretary unveils a Budget to build a better Wales
This will be the first Budget to include revenues raised from Welsh rates of income tax as Wales gains the partial power to set and vary income tax for the first time.
The partial devolution of income tax from 6 April 2019 is the next step in Wales’ devolution journey and...Read More »
Funding green light for major redevelopment of Llys y Frân
This project will create an iconic recreational park and activity centre which will attract an estimated 40,000 additional tourists, outdoor enthusiasts and local residents. The funding will enable the development of a year-round product both for recreation and education, and will have a positive economic, social and environmental impact whilst...Read More »