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UK could break up unless it is rebuilt as ‘solidarity union’, says Mark Drakeford

Exclusive: First minister of Wales says bonds that tie UK together have come under ‘sustained assault’ from 40 years of neoliberalism

The Guardian - UK

Mark Drakeford says Ely riots came after 13 years of 'systematic erosion of community life' due to Tory cuts

Wales' First Minster said there were also people whose 'own behaviours were absolutely indefensible'

Wales Online

UK government created conditions that led to Cardiff riots, says Mark Drakeford

Exclusive: Welsh first minister points to ‘13 years of erosion’ under Conservatives after unrest that followed deaths of two boys

The Guardian - UK

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Ely community meeting begins with ‘moment of reflection’ after boys’ deaths

Mark Drakeford, the First Minister of Wales, is chairing the meeting between local politicians, agencies, and community groups.

The Independent UK

Vigil planned to pay tribute to boys who died in Ely crash

It comes as First Minister Mark Drakeford is set to hold a community meeting to discuss support for the area

Wales Online

Cardiff riots: Mark Drakeford to chair community meeting after teenagers’ deaths sparked violence

It comes after the deaths of Harvey Evans, 15, and Kyrees Sullivan, 16, sparked a riot in the Ely area of Cardiff

The Independent UK

Mark Drakeford to chair community meeting after teenagers’ deaths sparked riot

It comes after the deaths of Harvey Evans, 15, and Kyrees Sullivan, 16, sparked a riot in the Ely area of Cardiff

The Independent UK

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Ely riot: Drakeford defends police and crime commissioner’s ‘no chase’ comments

Mark Drakeford suggested Alun Michael was ‘entitled’ to rely on information supplied to him by South Wales Police in the aftermath of a fatal crash.

The Independent UK

Reversing Tory welfare policies 'would lift 70,000 Scots out of poverty'

REVERSING welfare reforms implemented by the UK Government since 2015 could lift 70,000 Scots out of poverty, the First Minister has said.

The National (Scotland)

Mark Drakeford takes pop at Tory Senedd Member trying to become Mayor of London

'I am not resigning as all I have done is simply submit an application form. You wouldn't expect someone to resign from their current role if they had just applied for another job in any other area of society - and this is no different'

Wales Online

Lib Dem leader 'disappointed' no one mentioned the damning report into Plaid Cymru in the Senedd

'It was disappointing that Adam Price didn’t discuss it, nor Mark Drakeford nor Andrew RT Davies - not one of them. I expect more to be honest, I expect more men to defend women in politics'

Wales Online

Mark Drakeford says building roads ‘does not work’ as he defends decision to scrap major Welsh projects

The first minister pushed back against criticism of the Welsh Government's decision to stop most road projects

Wales Online

Welsh Government fighting to save hundreds of jobs at administration-hit Tillery Valley Foods

Mark Drakeford said he was 'concerned' after 250 staff at Tillery Foods were made redundant on Wednesday

Wales Online

Metro Mayor's hopes to create cross-border 'force for good'

Liverpool City Region has been dubbed 'the second capital of North Wales' by Steve Rotheram

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The Independent UK

Adam Price delivers emotional final speech as leader of Plaid Cymru

The politician resigned last week after a damning report found a ‘toxic culture’ within the party.

Wales Online

Adam Price bids farewell in final speech to the Senedd as Plaid leader

Mr Price stepped down as leader last week after serious allegations of his handling of party matters were revealed

Wales Online

Prince William 'will not have an investiture as Prince of Wales'

There is a lot of controversy around the role but it appears the Prince doesn't plan on following his father in having an official investiture

Wales Online

Llyr Gruffydd MS promises reform as he's confirmed acting leader of Plaid Cymru

He was speaking after Adam Price quit as leader following a damning review exposed a culture of harassment, bullying and misogyny in the party.

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Wales Online

What went wrong for Plaid Cymru and why it really matters for everyone in Wales

The struggles Plaid are having is bad for all of Wales

Wales Online

Plaid Cymru leadership contenders following Adam Price's resignation

A new party leader will be in place in the summer

The National (Scotland)

Gordon Brown's think tank to hold pro-Union rally in Scotland

GORDON Brown’s think tank is to hold a pro-Union rally in Scotland next month, headlined by Labour politicians and comedian Arabella Weir ...

The Independent UK

We must unite around mission to change the UK, says ex-PM Brown

The former Labour leader was speaking ahead of a rally being held in Edinburgh next month.

Wales Online

Plaid Cymru's ruling body to meet as leader Adam Price's future in doubt

A spokesperson for the political party confirmed that Mr Price has called another meeting of the NEC, in which they would discuss the next steps for the party

The Independent UK

Drakeford accuses UK Government of having ‘voter suppression agenda’

Voter ID requirements will not be introduced in Wales for local and Senedd elections, the First Minister confirmed.

Wales Online

First Minister Mark Drakeford volunteers at Welsh charity shop for the Big Help Out

The first minister met volunteers, experienced what it's like to work behind the counter and revealed a funny story from his time as a past Barnardo's project leader

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