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Posts From March, 2025

Councils back Bus Bill but warn franchising “is no instant panacea” 

A proposed Bill to transform Wales’ bus system published today has been supported by the WLGA, with local government cautioning that its rollout will take time. The Bus Bill will see responsibility for planning most public bus services pass from ... read more
 
Monday, 31 March 2025 Categories: News
 

Sustainable funding and long-term planning key to delivering Health and Social Care Act, says WLGA 

Major reforms to health and social care in Wales have taken a step forward with the introduction of the Health and Social Care (Wales) Act. The WLGA welcomes this legislation, which aims to create a fairer and more sustainable system, improve... read more
 
Tuesday, 25 March 2025 Categories: News
 

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill will “strengthen protections for vulnerable children" says WLGA 

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has welcomed the Welsh Government’s decision to bring parts of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill into Wales. This will help ensure children in Wales have the same legal protections as those... read more
 
Monday, 10 March 2025 Categories: News
 

Additional funding for support schools a “welcome step” says WLGA 

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has welcomed the Welsh Government’s announcement of an additional £20 million for schools in 2024-25. This funding will be allocated through the School Standards Grant and will provide targeted... read more
 
Wednesday, 05 March 2025 Categories: News
 
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