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04/09/2019
Spending Review: “It’s time to honour vow to invest in Wales’ vital local services
Following today’s Spending Review, council leaders are calling for any extra money received by the Welsh Government to be invested…
22/08/2019
Leader congratulates learners on GCSE results day
WLGA Leader Councillor Debbie Wilcox has today congratulated learners on their GCSE results. Overall GCSE performance in Wales has improved…
15/08/2019
A-level success for Welsh learners
Learners across Wales are today celebrating their hard work and achievements, as attainment of higher grades reached a record high….
27/07/2019
Food and Fun schemes launched across Wales for the summer holidays
More Food and Fun schemes than ever will be run across Wales during the summer holidays, giving young people opportunities…
23/07/2019
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…
18/07/2019
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…
16/07/2019
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…
10/07/2019
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….
10/07/2019
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…
03/07/2019
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…