# Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W

An Act of Senedd Cymru to make provision about environmental principles and the integration of environmental protection; to establish the Office of Environmental Governance Wales with powers to ensure public authorities’ compliance with environmental law; to make provision for the setting of biodiversity targets; and for connected purposes.
[27 April 2026]
Having been passed by Senedd Cymru and having received the assent of His Majesty, it is enacted as follows:

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/asc/2026/4/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/environment-principles-governance-and-biodiversity-targets-wales-act-2026/introduction
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