Welsh Government Climate Change

In response to the extended hot weather, we’ve confirmed that north and south-east Wales will move from ‘normal’ to ‘prolonged dry weather’ status. Our teams are closely monitoring environmental conditions and responding to dry weather-related incidents. orlo.uk/5lokD

Today we’re announcing the first phase of our Legislative Programme. These some of the Bills we want to pass to help us deliver on our priorities.

Diweddariad 20:43 We're still in attendance at a number of incidents and we will continue to monitor overnight. Thank you to local communities and partners for their support. Please continue to avoid the affected areas. For more info 🔗northwalesfire.gov.wales/news/2026/07/i…

Y 50 diwrnod cyntaf. The first 50 days. New leadership, new energy, new ideas. Dyma'r cynnydd hyd yma.

This week is #WalesNatureWeek Nature is closer than you think! There are events taking place across Wales or you can just take a moment to notice what’s around you. @WalesNatureWeek

We've launched a consultation on draft guidance for the forthcoming Disused Tips Authority - give us your views: gov.wales/guidance-disus…

Non-native pets released into the wild will struggle to find food, shelter and warmth they need to survive. Those that do survive could become invasive - which means they can harm our native wildlife. Don't let them loose. nonnativespecies.org/what-can-i-do/… #INNSWeek

Help stop wildfires #WildfireWise #DoethIDanauGwyllt Drone footage: @SWFireandRescue

Help stop wildfires🔥 #WildfireWise @mawwfire Drone footage @SWFireandRescue

If you're trying to beat the heat, stay safe near the water: remember, Float to Live. If you see someone who needs help: Phone - Float - Throw. #heatwave #ukweather

Today, Llyr Gruffydd, the Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability has made a statement setting out key priorities – please take a look senedd.tv/Meeting/Clip/e…

We've launched a consultation on draft regulations related to the work of the forthcoming Disused Tips Authority - give us your views: gov.wales/written-statem…

We’ve launched a consultation on the draft Environmental Principles and Integrating Environmental Protection Statement. The Statement is a requirement within the Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) Act 2026. gov.wales/written-statem…

Wales's young climate champions have been announced 🏆 Seagrass restoration, solar roofs, zero-waste schools, river protection - Wales's pupils are leading the way. "The future is in very good hands." @LlyrGruffydd #ClimateChallengeCymru @WG_Education keepwalestidy.cymru/blog/young-cli…

🌍From Welsh coastlines to global impact! 🌿North-Wales based PlantSea is tackling plastic pollution with biodegradable, seaweed‑based alternatives, backed by our #SMARTFIS support. 🌟Turning ocean-friendly innovation into a scalable solution! Read more👇 ow.ly/GheN50Z9Otp

Watch the session here: senedd.tv/Meeting/Clip/7…

Earlier today, our Minister, Llyr Gruffydd answered his first Oral Questions as Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability. We caught up with him afterwards to find out how it went.

Today sees @WelshGovernment Minister @LlyrGruffydd welcoming UK delegates to an important peatland conference at Swansea. More... naturalresources.wales/about-us/news-… @IUCNpeat @WGClimateChange @WelshGovernment @SwanseaUni @LIFEQuakingBogs @lifeprogramme #PeatConf26 #PeatlandsUnderPressure

Today’s World Environment Day! 🌎 Llyr Gruffydd has been meeting with environmental groups to talk about the big challenges facing Wales and the bold action needed to tackle them at pace. #WorldEnvironmentDay

New Minister, new direction. Introducing the Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd.