Press Releases - Posts in Category: News

Future funding clarity “crucial” for rural communities’ future, says WLGA Rural Forum

Clarity over future funding arrangements is “crucial” to ensure that rural communities are supported post Brexit, representatives of rural authorities have said this week at the Royal Welsh Show in Llanelwedd. Joint chairs of the WLGA Rural... read more

Tuesday, 23 July 2019 Categories: Economic Development, Planning, Transport & Regeneration News

Reducing carbon emissions from homes an “important step” to tackle fuel poverty

Responding to the publication of an independent report by the Decarbonisation of Homes Advisory Group, WLGA Spokesperson for Housing Councillor Andrea Lewis (Swansea) said: “This report today is a valuable contribution in our shared efforts... read more

Thursday, 18 July 2019 Categories: Environment, Waste & Biodiversity Housing News

Consultation period extended for South East Wales sensory and communication support service review

Extra time has been given for an independent review into the delivery of South East Wales’ regional sensory and communication service to gather more evidence from relevant stakeholders. Known as SENCOM, the service is currently delivered... read more

Tuesday, 16 July 2019 Categories: Improvement and Performance Local Democracy and Governance News

Another productive year for the National Autism Team

The National Autism Team’s Annual Report 2018/19 has been published today, showing the breadth of the work completed throughout Wales. Formerly named the National ASD Development Team, the National Autism Team has undertaken a range of work... read more

Wednesday, 10 July 2019 Categories: National ASD Development Team News

More funding required for Welsh education system, says National Assembly report

The WLGA has today welcomed the publication of a report by the National Assembly’s Children, Young People and Education Committee on the extensive inquiry into schools’ funding. Councillor Debbie Wilcox (Newport), WLGA Leader and... read more

Wednesday, 10 July 2019 Categories: Lifelong Learning News

WLGA shares Welsh Government commitment to build more affordable houses

The WLGA has welcomed the Welsh Government’s response to the independent Review of Affordable Housing Supply which reported in May 2019. Responding to the statement by Julie James AM, the Minister for Housing and Local Government, Cllr Andrea... read more

Wednesday, 10 July 2019 Categories: Housing News

WLGA Leader urges councillors to make a stand against intimidation and abuse in public life

Leader of the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA), Councillor Debbie Wilcox, has today warned of the rise in threats and intimidation of elected members. Speaking at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference in Bournemouth,... read more

Wednesday, 03 July 2019 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

Youth workers celebrated at awards to mark Youth Work Week 2019

Dedicated youth workers from all over Wales will be recognised at an awards ceremony in Deganwy this evening (Friday 28 June) as part of this year’s Youth Work Week. Now in their 25th year, the awards are an opportunity to give thanks to those... read more

Friday, 28 June 2019 Categories: Lifelong Learning News

37,000 local government jobs lost from communities over a decade

A report published today highlights the extraordinary impact that a decade of austerity has had on the council workforce in Wales. Local government has had to endure almost £1bn in cuts since the onset of austerity in 2009. Today’s Public... read more

Thursday, 20 June 2019 Categories: News Workforce

WLGA welcomes Welsh Government extra funding announcement

Responding to the Welsh Government’s announcement of additional capital funding for local government as part of an investment package to support Wales in the event of a no-deal Brexit, WLGA Leader Councillor Debbie Wilcox (Newport) said: ... read more

Wednesday, 19 June 2019 Categories: Finance and Resources News

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