Wales

Delyth Evans wearing a grey jacket and red top, in front of a slate background which is out of focus. She has short blonde hair and is wearing a pair of black circle stud earrings while smiling at the camera

New boss confirmed at Welsh-language TV channel

Former Labour politician Delyth Evans is the new chairwoman of the Welsh-language TV channel.

22 hrs ago

Eluned Morgan speaking at a microphone. she has dark rimmed glasses and hair, and is wearing a black jacket with white flecks in a fine pattern

First minister leads Wales' tributes to new Pope

Eluned Morgan hopes for "peace and understanding" from the papacy of Pope Leo XIV.

No independence vote in first term, Plaid says

Rhun ap Iorwerth says his priorities will be improving the NHS, education and the economy.

Reflections on seven Welsh elections - 1999 to 2026

Thoughts on the six devolved elections so far and how they might compare to the one in a year's time.

New boss confirmed at Welsh-language TV channel

Former Labour politician Delyth Evans is the new chairwoman of the Welsh-language TV channel.

22 hrs ago

Eluned Morgan, who has bobbed brown hair and is wearing a white t shirt, pink check blazer and gold necklace is looking at Sir Keir Starmer, who has short grey hair and is wearing a dark suit, white short and green-blue tie.

Labour 'a family' says MP amid Morgan-Starmer differences

Ruth Jones MP says Labour will pull together ahead of the Senedd elections despite fall-outs.

2 days ago

Litter strewn across a Cardiff street, including empty cans, tissues and foil

Litter 'nightmare' as street cleanliness worst on record

Residents say litter near their homes is "heart-breaking" as survey finds worst situation on record.

4 days ago

First minister leads Wales' tributes to new Pope

Eluned Morgan hopes for "peace and understanding" from the papacy of Pope Leo XIV.

Eluned Morgan stood at a podium delivering a speech at a party conference. She is wearing a beige blazer and is gesturing with her hands.

Senedd election could be seismic, expert says

Labour has dominated Welsh politics for more than a century. Next year, could that come to an end?

Darren Millar is stood slightly to the right of the middle of the shot, on a balcony overlooking the funnel in the middle of the Senedd building. He is in a suit, tie and white shirt, and is smiling.

Tories pledge tax cut if they win Senedd election

The Tory's Senedd leader pledges to take 1p off income tax if he becomes first minister in 2026.

Gareth Lewis sits in front of a background of the Senedd with party political logos superimposed around his head

How close could the Senedd election be?

BBC political editor Gareth Lewis says Labour, Plaid Cymru and Reform are leading the election race.

The Senedd building and Pierhead building in Cardiff Bay, at night, against a red graphic background

What does the Senedd do?

The Senedd is heading towards its seventh election since it was established in 1999.

Gareth Lewis sitting on the steps outside the Senedd, wearing a suit and white shirt. He is mid conversation with his hands out in front of him.

The big changes coming to the next Senedd election

The Senedd is approaching its seventh election since 1999 - but this one will be different.