Scotland and Wales sign Cardiff Agreement to deepen devolution cooperation

In a ceremony at Cathays Park, John Swinney and Rhun ap Iorwerth signed the Cardiff Agreement, marking a new era of collaboration between Scotland and Wales. The accord targets joint efforts on social issues such as child poverty and rising living costs, as well as coordinated international outreach. At a preceding press conference, Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill and Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald echoed the sentiment that the UK Parliament's influence is diminishing.

Both signatories emphasized that the partnership rests on trust, respect, and a common desire for greater fairness in the union. They also highlighted the importance of learning from each other's devolved experiences while maintaining distinct approaches. The agreement aims to strengthen the case for increased powers over each nation's constitutional trajectory.