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Opposition Rejects Wales’ First Non-Labour Budget Bid

8/27/2026

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Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth formed Wales' first non-Labour government in May 2026.
The minority administration lacks a majority in the Senedd.
Opposition parties rejected the supplementary budget, their first hurdle.
Plaid ministers say the first 100 days built childcare foundations.
The government extended free school meals to more secondary pupils.

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Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth formed Wales' first non-Labour government in May 2026.
The minority administration lacks a majority in the Senedd.
Opposition parties rejected the supplementary budget, their first hurdle.
Plaid ministers say the first 100 days built childcare foundations.
The government extended free school meals to more secondary pupils.