Rhun ap Iorwerth faces first big Senedd test to get spending plans passed (opens original article in a new tab)

Rhun ap Iorwerth's Plaid Cymru-led Welsh government faces its first major challenge in securing approval for its mid-year spending plans, requiring negotiations with other parties due to lacking a majority in the Senedd. The budget includes funding for childcare expansion and school meals, but faces concerns over potential cuts to health and education priorities.

• Rhun ap Iorwerth faces a critical test to pass his government's mid-year spending plans in the Senedd
• Plaid Cymru needs to negotiate with other parties to secure approval for the supplementary budget
• The budget includes £15m for free school meals and £400m annual funding for expanded childcare by 2030
• Plaid Cymru lacks a majority in the 96-member Senedd and must form alliances to pass legislation