Posts From January, 2026

WLGA statement on the UK Government’s policing White Paper  

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) welcomes the publication of the UK Government’s White Paper, From Local to National: A New Model for Policing. We are pleased to see the emphasis on re-energising neighbourhood policing and the... read more
 
Posted by Tom Marsh Friday, 30 January 2026 Categories: News

WLGA Presiding Member and First Minister pay tribute to Councillor Andrew Morgan 

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has paid tribute to Councillor Andrew Morgan OBE who has confirmed his intention to step down as Leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf Borough Council. Councillor Morgan, who has been at the helm in Rhondda... read more
 
Wednesday, 28 January 2026 Categories: News

Trading Standards services need sustained investment to protect communities, Welsh councils say 

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has said sustained, long-term investment in Trading Standards services is essential to protect communities, support legitimate businesses and maintain confidence in the Welsh marketplace. The... read more
 
Wednesday, 21 January 2026 Categories: News

Bus funding uplift welcomed as “vital” to protect services  

Councils in Wales have welcomed the increase in bus funding set out in the Welsh Government’s Final Budget, saying the uplift is essential to help sustain services at a time of rising operating costs and ahead of the move towards bus franchising.... read more
 
Wednesday, 21 January 2026 Categories: News
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