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Our businesses are still suffering from the effects of Brexit, and they need our help
Brexit
By Catherine Fookes
Our businesses are still suffering from the effects of Brexit, and they need our help
In Monmouthshire, supporting and growing the local economy is one of my top priorities. To achieve this, we need practical, long-term solutions to strengthen our local economy from the ground up.
Welsh Labour Looks To 2026 Elections With Fear
Political parties
Welsh Labour Looks To 2026 Elections With Fear
Labour has dominated politics in Wales for decades. But party figures there fear major losses at the 1 May local elections in England were a sign of what's to come across the border next year.
Lord Brennan of Canton reviews 'Mr Burton'
Books & culture
Lord Brennan of Canton reviews 'Mr Burton'
The engaging story of a Welsh acting legend’s inspirational teacher, Mr Burton manages to resonate beyond the formulaic constraints of the biopic genre
Plaid Cymru Leader Rules Out Working With Reform In Any Way
Communities
Plaid Cymru Leader Rules Out Working With Reform In Any Way
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth has ruled out working with Reform UK in any way after the 2026 Welsh elections in which Nigel Farage's party is expected to do well.
Baroness Smith of Llanfaes: 'I don’t believe Westminster will ever work for Wales'
Home affairs
By Sophie Church
Baroness Smith of Llanfaes: 'I don’t believe Westminster will ever work for Wales'
Baroness Smith of Llanfaes tells Sophie Church why she thinks Westminster will never work for Wales, and how politics is changing from being a ‘place for men’. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Welsh Labour Worries It Could Be Voted Out Of Government For The First Time
Political parties
Welsh Labour Worries It Could Be Voted Out Of Government For The First Time
Here be dragons? With the introduction of ‘pure PR’ and the rise of Reform, the next Senedd election looks set to take Wales into uncharted territory, reports Sienna Rodgers
Reform Focus On Grassroots In Wales As Members Help Food Banks
Political parties
Reform Focus On Grassroots In Wales As Members Help Food Banks
Reform UK is building its grassroots presence in Wales, where members are involved in community work including volunteering for local food banks, PoliticsHome has learnt.
Securing Wales' energy future Partner content
Energy
By Port of Milford Haven
Securing Wales' energy future
Wales has a pivotal role in securing UK energy supply through the development in hydrogen, carbon capture, alternative fuels and renewables to drive economic renewal
Labour's Vaughan Gething Resigns As First Minister Of Wales
Political parties
Labour's Vaughan Gething Resigns As First Minister Of Wales
Vaughan Gething has resigned as First Minister of Wales after multiple members of his ministerial team stepped down in protest of his leadership.
Keir Starmer Will Visit All Four Nations After Election Landslide
Political parties
Keir Starmer Will Visit All Four Nations After Election Landslide
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will set off on a series of visits to all four nations of the United Kingdom on Sunday, after he won a landslide victory at the General Election.
Plaid Cymru Does Not Want Voters Who Are “Giving Up On Politics”
Political parties
Plaid Cymru Does Not Want Voters Who Are “Giving Up On Politics”
The leader of Plaid Cymru has said his party is not for people who are “giving up on politics”, as the Welsh nationalist party seeks to increase their number of seats at the General Election.
Vaughan Gething Hints Wales Wants Cash Boost Under Labour Government
Economy
Vaughan Gething Hints Wales Wants Cash Boost Under Labour Government
First Minister of Wales Vaughan Gething has said that the biggest challenge he expects to face as the Labour leader of the devolved government will be how to increase the scale of budgets to boost public services.
Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Foreign affairs
By Mick Antoniw
Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Two years ago, I was in Kyiv with politicians and trade union leaders.
Rishi Sunak Says Intimidation Of MPs Threatens Democracy And Is 'Unacceptable'
Political parties
Rishi Sunak Says Intimidation Of MPs Threatens Democracy And Is "Unacceptable"
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said it is "unacceptable" for MPs to feel threatened in their jobs, and that a growing sense of intimidation of politicians is a threat to democracy.

Mark Drakeford Steps Down As First Minister Of Wales
Political parties
Mark Drakeford Steps Down As First Minister Of Wales
Mark Drakeford is stepping down as First Minister of Wales after five years as leader of the Welsh Labour Party.
Unlocking Wales’ green future
Environment
By Ben Lake MP
Unlocking Wales’ green future
Ben Lake MP, Plaid Cymru spokesperson for environment, food and rural affairs, puts forward a plan for unlocking Wales’ green future by boosting renewable energy potential, reducing energy demand and ensuring a just transition for workers.
Local Bank Closures Risk Excluding Vulnerable People From Financial Services, Says Labour Frontbencher
Communities
Local Bank Closures Risk Excluding Vulnerable People From Financial Services, Says Labour Frontbencher
A Labour shadow minister has said Britain cannot “just abandon cash” and must ensure people have access to in-person banking, as major banks are closing down scores of branches across the UK, including in her constituency in Wales.
From coal mines to cyber: How Welsh industry is shifting towards the frontline of cyber defence
Defence
By Zoe Crowther
From coal mines to cyber: How Welsh industry is shifting towards the frontline of cyber defence
In the face of increasingly unstable geopolitics and rapidly evolving technological change, the threat from global cyber-attacks is growing. Zoe Crowther reports on how politicians hope Wales will be on the frontline to defend against it.
Tribute to Lord Morris of Aberavon
Obituaries
By Lord Murphy of Torfaen
Tribute to Lord Morris of Aberavon
A minister under Wilson, Callaghan and Blair, Lord Morris was respected across the House. But above all he will be remembered as a passionate Welshman
Partner content
Transport
By Railway Industry Association
RIA responds to publication of the North Wales Transport Commission Interim Report
RIA Wales & Western welcomes this week’s (8 June) publication of the North Wales Transport Commission Interim Report.
Broken Britain: Blaenau Gwent – the most deprived constituency in Wales
Economy
By Victoria Winckler
Broken Britain: Blaenau Gwent – the most deprived constituency in Wales
Blaenau Gwent is at or near the top of almost every league you don’t want to win. This small constituency, in the north-eastern corner of the South Wales valleys, is known as the birthplace of NHS founder Nye Bevan and home of the mighty Ebbw Vale steelworks. Today it is also known for its high levels of poverty and deprivation, low levels of educational qualifications and low wages. Many people would see Blaenau Gwent as an archetypal “left behind” community.
Wales must seize this opportunity to establish a new green industry in floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea
Environment
By Stephen Crabb MP and Stephen Kinnock MP
Wales must seize this opportunity to establish a new green industry in floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea
With rising energy costs and fuel-supply shortages, this winter is not going to be easy. The war in Ukraine has also brought into sharper focus the nation's vulnerability to geopolitical forces. The United Kingdom cannot afford to be timid or lacking in strategic thinking in our decisions.
Scotland is pressing on with a Deposit Return Scheme – England and Wales must do the same Partner content
Environment
By Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I
Scotland is pressing on with a Deposit Return Scheme – England and Wales must do the same
Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) are one of those rarest of policy ideas – one that’s simple, cost neutral for the consumer, demonstrably effective, and seemingly enjoys broad cross-party support.
Natasha Asghar: The blanket 20mph speed limit across Wales will do more harm than good
Transport
By Natasha Asghar MS
Natasha Asghar: The blanket 20mph speed limit across Wales will do more harm than good
I have no doubt that Labour ministers in Cardiff Bay like to see themselves as trendsetters and trailblazers with their so-called “progressive” policies.