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Following the news that the final report into the future of the Welshpool Air Ambulance base will recommend its closure, James Evans MS, Senedd Member for Brecon and Radnorshire said:

As Welsh Business confidence drops to the lowest in the UK, James Evans MS has heard first-hand about the pressures facing businesses because of unworkable Welsh Labour policies.

From 6th April 2024, it will become law for all businesses, charities, and public sector organisations to separate their waste in the same way that households already do.

James Evans MS is calling on the Welsh Government to reconsider their plans to legally require businesses to sort their waste for recycling.

James Evans MS welcomes the re-opening of Brecon Recycling Centre.

Powys County Council have today (29th February) announced that Brecon Recycling Centre will be re-opening as of 11th March.

James Evans, MS for Brecon and Radnorshire said:

James Evans MS says the Welsh Government MUST listen to farmers concerns around the Sustainable Farming Scheme amid the demonstration at the Senedd this afternoon.

In a heated exchange with the First Minister, James Evans MS has questioned whether the Welsh Government has conducted an up-to-date impact assessment on the Sustainable Farming Scheme after a report predicted 5,500 job losses.

James Evans MS is deeply concerned about the pressures that farmers are currently facing amid the consultation period of the Sustainable Farming Scheme.

James Evans MS has repeated calls for the Welsh Air Ambulance to remain at its current base in Welshpool as the consultation enters its final phase.

The Emergency Ambulances Services Committee are proposing to shut the Air Ambulance base in Welshpool and relocate it to North Wales.

With this week marking the 17th annual National Apprenticeship week, James Evans MS has reiterated his support for apprenticeship schemes and the value they bring to both learners and employers across Wales.