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Devolution of Crown Estate’s assets in Wales remains the right approach for Wales, Welsh councils say

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 Categories: Finance and Resources News

Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has said the case for devolving control of the Crown Estate’s assets within Wales to the Welsh Government remains strong, following the publication of the Welsh Government’s interim report on the future of... read more

“Work with us to deliver for Wales”: WLGA reveals manifesto for next Welsh Government

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 Categories: News

The WLGA (Welsh Local Government Association) has today launched the second part of ‘For a Resilient Wales’, the association’s Manifesto for the 2026 Senedd elections. A “spirit of partnership and optimism” sets out how councils want to work with ... read more

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill provisions welcomed ahead of Senedd debate

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 Categories: Lifelong Learning News

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has reaffirmed its support for provisions of the UK Government’s Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill that apply to Wales, ahead of a Legislative Consent Motion (LCM) debate in the Senedd. The Bill,... read more

Prevention and long-term funding essential for community cohesion, councils say

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 Categories: News

Community cohesion cannot be built on short-term funding, councils have told the Independent Commission for Community Cohesion last week. The Commission met representatives from councils, offering local government the opportunity to help shape... read more

Councils highlight shared priorities for rural Wales ahead of next Senedd term

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 Categories: News

Strengthening local food production, tackling water pollution and improving rural transport should be key priorities for the next Welsh Government, council leaders said at a recent meeting of the Welsh Local Government Association’s (WLGA) Rural... read more

Councils call for Spring funding boost to break cycle of “managing crisis” in schools and social care

Wednesday, 04 March 2026 Categories: Finance and Resources Lifelong Learning News Social Services

Schools and social care should be at the front of the queue for any additional funding flowing to Wales following the UK Government’s Spring Statement, council leaders have said. Spending by the UK Government on education and young people with... read more

Covid-19 Inquiry hears of councils’ “unwavering dedication” to communities

Thursday, 26 February 2026 Categories: News

Welsh councils acted as the country’s “hidden frontline” during Covid‑19, the UK Inquiry has heard, stepping in to protect vulnerable residents, house people experiencing homelessness overnight, and keep essential community services running under... read more

WLGA statement on the UK Government’s policing White Paper

Posted by Tom Marsh Friday, 30 January 2026 Categories: News

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

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

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 Categories: News

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

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

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 Categories: News

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

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