politics
Plaid Cymru promises action on NHS, childcare and economy
Plaid leader says Plaid government to cut waiting times, help with childcare costs and grow economy. Source link
NHS questions dominate election leaders' programme
The Conservatives, Plaid Cymru and the Liberal Democrats faced audience questions in Haverfordwest. Source link
Government approves UK's largest solar farm
The Springwell solar farm in North Kesteven would cover an area the size of 1,700 football pitches. Source link
Lib Dems pledge extra £300m for social care at Senedd campaign launch
Leader Jane Dodds says her party can “influence the direction of the next government” after 7 May. Source link
Starmer to visit Middle East after US and Iran reach ceasefire deal
The prime minister welcomes the deal, saying the UK will do “all we can to support and sustain this ceasefire”. Source link
Wales Green Party manifesto explained in a minute
Political Editor Gareth Lewis breaks down promises to freeze rent caps, build 60,000 social homes and improve childcare in 60 seconds. Source link
Schools in knife crime hotspots to get specialist training
A new partnership will provide training for school leaders about knife-crime risk, the government says. Source link
Scottish Conservatives pledge tax cuts in election manifesto
Leader Russell Findlay announces his party’s plans ahead of next month’s Holyrood poll. Source link
Kanye West blocked from travelling to UK, government tells BBC
West was due to headline London’s Wireless Festival in July but drew criticism over past antisemitic comments. Source link
Reform would deny visas over calls for slavery reparations
The party says it wants to put African and Caribbean countries “on notice” after a vote at the UN last month. Source link