NewsWalesWales PoliticsParty leaders gear up for debate in election where no-one can afford a slip-up Leaders will be looking to sell themselves - but live TV debates are not without their peril.8 hrs agoWales'My husband might give up work to care for our kids' - nursery bills in Wales highest in BritainParents in Wales say the cost of childcare is one of their biggest worries ahead of the election.8 hrs agoWalesParties target specific postcodes on social media ahead of Senedd electionMany of parties' most-viewed adverts were targeted towards towns or even postcodes, the BBC finds.2 days agoWalesCouncillor apologises for telling call handler to speak EnglishA councillor apologises and is reprimanded after telling a council call handler to "speak English".2 days agoWalesEd Davey backs Welsh Lib Dem leader Jane Dodds after riftSir Ed previously said Dodds should reflect on her position, and recently campaigned in Wales without her.20 hrs agoWalesFirst-time buyers, priced out of Wales' fastest-growing city, say they're 'losing faith'Its population is booming from incomers from Cardiff and Bristol, stretching its housing market thin.1 day agoWales'There's so much I want to give my daughter - poverty means I can't'Around a third of Welsh children live in poverty, the highest among the four UK nations.24 hrs agoWalesGreen's government support not cost-free, says Welsh leaderAnthony Slaughter hopes to get enough seats to have influence over the next Welsh government.What does the data tell us about immigration in Wales? Search for your areaThe population of Wales grew by about 23,000 as a result of net international migration in the year to June 2024.Senedd election: Compare the parties on every big issueExplore the policies of the main parties in Wales and compare where they stand on key issues with this interactive guide. Reform Wales leader distances himself from candidate's 'abuse in nurseries' claimA Reform candidate said abuse in nurseries would "skyrocket" if parents receive more free childcare.Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers in election debateThe NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.Senedd election 2026A simple guide to every new constituency - and all the candidatesHow we vote is changing Wales - here's what you need to know about the new Senedd constituencies.What does the Senedd do?The Senedd is heading towards its seventh election since it was established in 1999.How will the new Senedd voting system work?The voting system is changing ahead of next year's Senedd election - here's what you need to know.What's changing with Senedd constituencies?The number of constituencies across Wales is being cut as part of major changes to the Senedd.Who can I vote for in my area?Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live and who you can vote for. What's in the manifestos?Welsh Liberal DemocratsWhat is the party promising voters in its manifesto for the Welsh Parliament elections?Plaid CymruWhat is Plaid Cymru promising voters in its manifesto for the Welsh Parliament elections?Welsh ConservativesBBC specialists look at promises to cut taxes, ban phones in schools, build roads, and declaring a health emergency.Welsh LabourWhat do BBC Wales' specialists think about Labour's promises for the election in May?Reform UK WalesBBC Wales' specialists look at the big promises from Reform in its bid to lead the next Welsh government.Wales Green PartyBBC specialists look at promises to freeze rent caps, build 60,000 social homes and improve childcare.