Press Releases - Posts in Category: News

Welsh learners celebrated as staff complete first year of language course

A group of dedicated staff from the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA), Data Cymru and the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) have successfully completed the first year of their Welsh language learning journey. Since the autumn,... read more

Monday, 04 August 2025 Categories: News

Tougher product safety laws welcomed but councils warn of enforcement gap

A new UK law aimed at tackling unsafe products sold online has been welcomed by councils in Wales, though concerns remain that enforcement could be undermined without additional support for councils. The Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025, ... read more

Monday, 04 August 2025 Categories: News

WLGA Launches Rural Manifesto to Shape Future of Rural Communities

Launched today at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show in Llanelwedd, the Welsh Local Government Association’s (WLGA) new Rural Manifesto sets out a bold vision to unlock the potential and build the resilience of rural communities across... read more

Tuesday, 22 July 2025 Categories: News

Farming support must protect the future of rural communities, Welsh councils say

The revised Sustainable Farming Scheme, published today, is welcome and must now deliver meaningful support to help sustain farming communities and people living in rural communities across Wales, the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has... read more

Tuesday, 15 July 2025 Categories: News

Social care must be given equal status to NHS, Welsh councils say

Greater investment, recognition and support for social care services is essential, Welsh councils have said at yesterday’s evidence session at the UK COVID-19 Inquiry. Giving evidence to the Inquiry’s social care module, Dr Chris Llewelyn, WLGA... read more

Friday, 11 July 2025 Categories: News Social Services

Councils stepping up cyber resilience as risks escalate

As cyber threats grow more complex and persistent, councils across Wales are taking proactive steps to protect vital public services from disruption. Cyber incidents affecting UK public sector organisations have increased in recent years, with... read more

Monday, 07 July 2025 Categories: News

New partnership promises stronger public services for Wales

The Welsh Government and the 22 local councils in Wales have signed a landmark agreement that will strengthen the relationship between national and local government. The Strategic Partnership Agreement between the Welsh Government and local... read more

Thursday, 19 June 2025 Categories: News

Critical decisions needed to ensure sustainability of local government in Wales, says Independent Working Group

An independent group has published a set of interim findings on the future of local government in Wales and is inviting feedback from across the sector. The early proposals focus on how councils can future-proof themselves in the face of rising... read more

Thursday, 19 June 2025 Categories: News

Wales leads the way in supporting refugees and asylum seekers, say Welsh Councils

Local government in Wales has played a vital role in welcoming and supporting refugees and asylum seekers across the country, including those fleeing conflict in Ukraine and Afghanistan. Councils continue to work in partnership with the UK and... read more

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 Categories: News

Spending Review: Long-term investment still needed in local services, say Welsh councils

Welsh councils have responded to today’s Spending Review by warning that sustained investment in local services remains essential to delivering economic growth and supporting communities. In a letter to the Chancellor and Chief Secretary ahead of ... read more

Wednesday, 11 June 2025 Categories: Finance and Resources News

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