Summary
The Welsh government, led by Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford, faces possible spending cuts if the proposed budget does not get enough support from other political parties. The budget, which funds essential services like hospitals and waste collection, requires a vote from the Senedd, where the Labour party lacks a majority. If the budget isn't approved by the start of the financial year, drastic spending cuts might be needed.
Key Facts
- The Welsh government’s budget for next year is over £27 billion.
- The budget funds public services such as hospitals and waste collections.
- The Labour party does not have enough votes in the Senedd to pass the budget on its own.
- A by-election in Caerphilly could impact support for the budget.
- If the budget isn’t passed by April, the government can only spend 75% of the previous year's budget.
- Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford aims to negotiate budget support from other parties.
- First Minister Eluned Morgan expects the final approved budget to be different from the current draft.
