Welsh councils could get business rate powers
News Article 16 June 2004
A Welsh assembly minister has suggested that business rates should be returned to local authority control.
Labour dominates in Welsh poll
News Article 14 June 2004
Plaid Cymru has defended its European parliament seat, but Labour has maintained its dominant position in Welsh politics.
UKIP gains as 'big two' lose out
News Article 14 June 2004
The UK Independence Party has made substantial gains in the European elections, while Labour and the Conservatives have lost out.
Welsh minister slams 'scapegoating' of refugees
News Article 14 June 2004
Cardiff's social justice minister has slammed anti-immigration groups that "exploit the plight of refugees and asylum seekers" to create a climate of hostility.
Tories and Lib Dems triumph in council polls
News Article 11 June 2004
The opposition parties have made headline grabbing gains in the local elections.
Anxious wait for would-be MEPs
News Article 11 June 2004
Voters will have to wait until Sunday to discover who they have elected to the European parliament.
UKIP sets out independence platform
News Article 10 June 2004
The UK Independence Party has renewed its call for Britain to remain a sovereign nation state.
Greens detail policy concerns
News Article 10 June 2004
The Green Party is campaigning on a wider range of issues than just the environment in today's elections.
Plaid Cymru seeks to capitalise on policies
News Article 10 June 2004
Plaid Cymru has said it expects to pick up support from former Labour voters across Wales.
Labour stands on record of delivery
News Article 10 June 2004
Labour is standing on its record of delivery in Europe and at the local level.
Conservatives pledge to put Britain first
News Article 10 June 2004
The Conservative Party has pledged to fight for British interests in Europe.
Respect seeks platform for views
News Article 10 June 2004
George Galloway has said that the Respect party is seeking a platform to set out its views.
Lib Dems promise effective action
News Article 10 June 2004
The Liberal Democrats have said they are committed to tackling issues such as environmental protection and crime in partnership with other governments.
Voters decide on EU representatives
News Article 10 June 2004
Voters across the UK are today able to cast their ballots in elections to the European parliament.
Local councils face public's verdict
News Article 10 June 2004
The control of key local councils across England and Wales is up for grabs in today's elections.
