NewsWalesWales PoliticsBurnham's devolution plan won't work in Wales, former Labour minister saysPrime Minister Andy Burnham has called on UK nations to hand more powers down to regions and cities.14 hrs agoWalesWinter fuel cuts turned the Welsh against Labour, former leader Neil Kinnock saysThe former Labour leader says welfare policies turned disillusionment with Labour into "active dislike".4 days agoWalesWales to make £100 energy payments but Plaid ministers say Budget leaves them with cutsThe UK government rejects a claim that the £450m in extra funding to Wales is actually a real-terms cut.6 days agoWalesWhat Wales makes of the Budget: 'It helps, but it's not enough'Chancellor John Healey has set out the government's tax and spending plans, but opinions are split.6 days agoWalesFirst minister says Welsh spending powers takes step forward after Andy Burnham meetingRhun ap Iorwerth says new powers for more cash matter of how and when, after meeting.4 days agoWalesChancellor's £30m pledge for train station is insult to the people of Wales, minister saysWales' transport minister says the cash is a "tiny fraction" of what is needed for the country's rail.5 days agoWalesTalks over Plaid £10 child poverty payment positive, says Welsh secretaryThere are concerns the £10 a week proposed payment could be taxed or impact benefits.5 days agoWales'Tone deaf at best' - advice to stock up on essentials worries experts and low-income familiesSome families say they cannot afford to stockpile in line with the government's advice.More than third of deaths of ex-prisoners on probation drug related, says reportPoliticians are being urged to tackle "systematic failures" in the criminal justice system.Wales needs budget boost, says finance ministerElin Jones said more money is needed for day-to-day spending on things like health and education.Wales plans to ban steel pylons as government launches consultationThe Welsh government says it is consulting on an "undergrounding-first approach" to electricity lines.Angry scenes and protests at Senedd as Reform call for ban on Muslim face coveringsMembers of Reform called for Muslim religious face coverings, such as the burka, to be banned.
