The Plaid Cymru minority government faces a nailbiting countdown to its first major Senedd vote this evening, with all other parties refusing to support its spending plans.
Budget Vote Looms
A vote on £411m of spending plans is expected around 7pm, but as it stands, none of the parties that could help the minority administration pass the supplementary budget plan have indicated support. While the sum is a fraction of the total Welsh Government annual spend, a defeat would be a symbolic blow for the party.
After May's election, Plaid Cymru won 43 seats and chose to form a government but will need at least six Senedd members from other parties to pass any legislation. This morning, the Tories, Labour, and Reform UK all made it clear they will not support Plaid as it stands.
First Minister's Questions
Before the budget debate, First Minister's Questions is scheduled for 1.30pm, where Rhun ap Iorwerth will face questions on cost savings, NHS waiting times, and the potential impact of the UK Government's defence investment plan on Wales.
He will also use a statement to outline the first legislation his party plans to take through the Senedd, including a bill to strengthen rights for private renters, creating a community right to buy scheme, and a law ensuring rural needs are considered in policy-making.
Other Business
Deputy First Minister Sioned Williams will provide further details on childcare plans, and Constitution Minister Dafydd Trystan Davies will face questions.
