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Labour's £27 Billion Budget Faces Vote Struggles Ahead

10/14/2025

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Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford will present the Welsh Government's £27 billion budget today.
The Labour government lacks a Senedd majority and must gain opposition support to pass the budget.
Previous agreements with Plaid Cymru have faltered.
The Caerphilly by-election on October 23 could further complicate matters.
If Labour fails to secure enough votes by January, budget spending will be capped at 75%, risking local council cuts.

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Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford will present the Welsh Government's £27 billion budget today.
The Labour government lacks a Senedd majority and must gain opposition support to pass the budget.
Previous agreements with Plaid Cymru have faltered.
The Caerphilly by-election on October 23 could further complicate matters.
If Labour fails to secure enough votes by January, budget spending will be capped at 75%, risking local council cuts.