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The latest news
The latest news about play, playwork and children’s right from Wales and beyond. Here you will also find information about current grants being offered by various funders.
Play Wales News
See the latest news from Play Wales.
Featured | 17.11.2025
Play in the media – November 2025
The latest play related articles, blogs and videos
Featured | 31.10.2025
Reminder: share your views on the Playwork PrinciplesComplete the online survey by 31 December 2025
Featured | 17.10.2025
Research: What children say about play in Wales 2025New report from Play Wales on children’s play satisfaction
Other News
See the latest news about play across the UK.
News | 17.11.2025
£1 bus fare scheme extended to include 5-15 years oldsWelsh Government extends pilot scheme
News | 14.11.2025
Early years and childcare workforce survey 2025Social Care Wales wants to hear about your experiences of working in early years and childcare. The survey includes questions […]
Funding News
Read our latest funding news.
News | 07.09.2025
Funding: Meithrin Natur
Funding to connect young children and caregivers with the natural environment
News | 26.08.2025
Funding: Community Facilities Programme grant scheme
Grants of under £25,000 and up to £300,000 available for projects that improve community facilities
Playful Childhoods
Play Wales’ Playful Childhoods campaign aims to help parents, carers and community groups provide more opportunities for children to play at home and in their neighbourhoods.