Regulatory measures to tackle agricultural pollution to be introduced
The regulations will come into force in January 2020 with transitional periods for some elements to allow farmers time to adapt and ensure compliance.
The regulations will include the following measures:
- nutrient management planning
- sustainable fertiliser applications linked to the requirement of the crop
- protection of water from pollution related to when, where and...Read More »
Rebecca Evans meets key European Parliament Brexit group in Strasbourg
During a visit to Strasbourg the Minister will meet the Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group. The group’s six members will play a crucial role in determining the Parliaments’ views on any Brexit Withdrawal Agreement between the UK and the EU. The European Parliament has a decisive role in the Brexit process...Read More »
Kirsty Williams responds to report into Universities’ civic contribution
The WCPP’s report comes as part of their review of how Welsh Universities embrace their civic mission by contributing to their local communities.
Speaking at the launch event at the Welsh Millennium Centre, the Education Secretary said:
“The report offers constructive challenge to me and government, but also to...Read More »
Children’s Minister announces £15m to expand services to support families and help reduce the need for children to enter care
As at March 2017, there were 5,954 children in care in Wales, and increase of 5% on the previous year. This increasing trend is being seen across the UK.
The funding to expand preventative and early intervention services announced today will be used to build on the support the Welsh Government...Read More »
Lights, camera, action for the next big thing in Wales
The Welsh Government in partnership with Diverse Cymru are holding an event on November 20 to show underrepresented groups how to get into the fast growing Film and TV industry in Wales.
The event, run in conjunction with a number of partners including the BBC, S4C and BAFTA Cymru, will showcase...Read More »