A public policy research organisation has urged the Welsh Government and the local government sector to create a new operating model for councils in Wales, warning that the current model of local government is “no longer sustainable”. In a report published this month, the Wales Centre for Public Policy called on the Welsh Government to address the…
Open Spaces Society has sent our nine-point plan for the new Senedd to our members in Wales to use when speaking to their candidates in the forthcoming election. Here is the manifesto. (Cymraeg yma) ________________________________________________ The opportunity for people to enjoy open spaces and paths, for their relaxation, health, well-being, and appreciation of nature, has…
Landowners in Wales are being urged to get expert advice before carrying out any work in rivers or streams to avoid costly mistakes, accidental damage and environmental harm that can be difficult to undo. Poorly planned work in rivers and streams – such as removing gravel, reshaping banks or straightening channels – can quickly create…
All candidates in the forthcoming Senedd elections are being issued with guidance to help them respond if they experience intimidatory behaviour or abuse during the election campaign. The guidance document When it goes too far: Joint guidance for candidates in elections provides advice on the actions or behaviours that could constitute a criminal offence, when to contact…
More Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applications are being submitted across Wales, with a 10% increase in applications to local authorities and a 23% increase in applications to health boards in 2024-2025, a report from watchdogs has found. According to the annual monitoring report by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) on the implementation…
