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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Government's Legislative Programme: Wales

18 July 2024 · Wales Office

Proposed by Jo Stevens Lab Cardiff East

EconomyTransportWales

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK Government's legislative programme for Wales includes ending the requirement to franchise rail services in Wales.
  • Establishing Great British Railways and resetting the relationship with the Welsh Government are part of the programme.
  • Legislative consent from the Senedd is needed for relevant bills in the programme.

Issue summary

Jo Stevens outlines the UK Government's legislative programme for Wales, focusing on economic stability and growth through a National Wealth Fund and Great British Energy.

Action requested

The government will end the requirement to franchise rail services in Wales, establish Great British Railways, reset the relationship with the Welsh Government, and strengthen the Sewel Convention through a new memorandum of understanding. Additionally, legislative consent from the Senedd is required for relevant bills in this programme.

Key facts

  • The State Opening of Parliament outlined the Government's legislative programme on Wednesday 17th July.
  • A National Wealth Fund will make transformative investments across every part of the UK.
  • Great British Energy will capitalise on the clean energy transition opportunity.
  • Transport for Wales can remain as the default operator of rail services in Wales.
  • The Council of the Nations and Regions will boost collaboration and support delivery across the United Kingdom.
  • Legislative consent from the Senedd is required where appropriate.
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