Senedd passes budget after Welsh Labour make deal with Plaid Cymru

The Welsh Labour government successfully passed its budget after reaching an agreement with Plaid Cymru, averting potential cuts and securing increased funding for public services. The £27.5 billion budget for 2026-2027, approved by the Senedd on Tuesday, includes increased allocations for health and social care, local government, and other areas like bus services and apprenticeships. Plaid Cymru abstained from the vote, enabling the budget's passage. The agreement comes ahead of the May Senedd elections, where polls suggest Plaid Cymru could challenge Labour's long-standing dominance. While Labour touts the budget as reflecting its values, opposition parties criticize the deal, with the Welsh Liberal Democrats and Conservatives expressing concerns about spending priorities and the nature of the agreement.

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