The Welsh Ministers also have extensive powers under the Coronavirus Act 2020.
A Declaration of threat to public health in Wales due to coronavirus was made by the First Minister on 29 March 2020 under Schedule 22 to the 2020 Act. This is required in order to exercise the powers conferred upon the Welsh Ministers under that Act relating to events, gatherings and premises in Wales. Guidance has also been issued under the Coronavirus Act 2020.
