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Welsh Government and Welsh Labour reach agreement on further investment for Additional Learning Needs, enabling the Supplementary Budget for 2026-2027 to proceed.

The Welsh Government has reached agreement with Welsh Labour on extra funding for Additional Learning Needs (ALN), paving the way for the Supplementary Budget for 2026-2027 to be laid before the Senedd today.

The Supplementary Budget sets out the package of investment first published in June, with an additional £60 million for Additional Learning Needs in this financial year.

It will be laid today and debated in the Senedd on Tuesday 3 November.

First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth said:

This agreement reflects what can be achieved when parties across the Senedd work together. It will unlock an extra £60 million towards Additional Learning Needs in this financial year. It also allows us to bring forward a Supplementary Budget that continues our investment in the NHS, childcare and free school meals.

Welsh Labour Leader Ken Skates MS said:

We are pleased to have secured an additional £60 million for Additional Learning Needs this year. This money will make a huge difference to schools and colleges across Wales, and it is important that it now delivers for the children and young people who need it.

This is a welcome first step towards better funding for schools and getting the best possible deal for children and young people across Wales.