Minister defends UK Labour government record in Wales

South Africa's Eben Etzebeth has been handed a 12-match ban for eye-gouging during a match against Wales, where the Springboks secured a 73-0 victory in Cardiff. The suspension will affect his participation with the Sharks until the end of March, leading to his deregistration by the team in anticipation of the lengthy ban.

Lord Evans of Watford has been suspended from the House of Lords for five months after being found guilty of breaching lobbying rules, with allegations emerging that he received at least $1 million from a corrupt deal. This suspension follows undercover reporting by the Guardian that revealed multiple violations of parliamentary conduct.

The Prime Minister is scheduled to visit Scotland amid growing discontent among Scottish Labour MPs, raising concerns about potential dissent within the party. This visit comes at a time when the Labour government is facing significant challenges, including leadership tensions and economic pressures.

A backbencher's bill aimed at legalizing assisted dying for individuals with terminal diagnoses is currently under consideration in Parliament. This legislative effort reflects ongoing discussions about end-of-life choices and the rights of patients facing terminal illnesses.

A recent debate in the Senedd has taken place as political parties prepare for the upcoming Welsh Parliament election scheduled for May 2026. This discussion is crucial as it sets the stage for party strategies and voter engagement in the lead-up to the election.

In a live televised debate, politicians clashed over significant issues including the state of the NHS, the two-child benefit cap, and the potential expansion of the Senedd. The debate featured four candidates who presented differing views on these pressing topics, just five months ahead of the upcoming election.

Four mayoral elections scheduled for May 2026 are set to be postponed by two years, a decision that has sparked accusations against the Labour party of attempting to undermine democratic processes. This move has raised concerns among political analysts and opposition parties regarding the integrity of electoral timelines.

Four candidates for the Senedd participated in a televised debate, focusing on the current state of the NHS and the potential expansion of the Senedd, just five months ahead of the upcoming election. The discussion highlighted differing views on healthcare and governance in Wales.