
CIH Cymru calls on Welsh Government to invest in housing workforce
Matthew Dicks, national director at CIH Cymru, said: “CIH Cymru's manifesto calls on the next Welsh government to treat housing as a sustainable vocation."

Matthew Dicks, national director at CIH Cymru, said: “CIH Cymru's manifesto calls on the next Welsh government to treat housing as a sustainable vocation."

The funding will provide training programmes and paid work placements organised by social housing groups and professionals.

The academy will allow care workers across Wales to develop their skills and gain qualifications.

The Economic Growth and Investment Fund is designed to support firms offering skilled, well-paid jobs and help them grow.

Marek Zemanik said: “A partnership approach with organisations, combined with a clear focus on fair work, skills and innovation will be key to driving a more productive labour market."

The agreement delivers a 4% additional investment in the resident doctor workforce and is designed to support progress towards pay restoration.

The deal, announced today, 12th December, covers the 2025–26 financial year and elements of 2026–27.

Representatives from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) and the British Medical Association (BMA) gathered at the Senedd on Wednesday to highlight growing concerns about corridor care.

TUC Cymru has welcomed First Minister Eluned Morgan’s announcement that a re-elected Welsh Labour Government will place workers and unions at the centre of its AI and digital technology strategy.

Their briefing paper suggests making the apprenticeship system more efficient, targeting green industries, AI, and advanced manufacturing.

Cabinet Ministers from both Governments will visit the historic industrial centre of Wales to meet with members of Eren Holdings, which acquired Shotton Mill in 2021.
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