http://www.legislation.gov.uk/asc/2026/4/section/38Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026enStatute Law Database2026-07-16Expert Participation2026-06-27 PART 3 38 1 In section 6(7) of the Environment Act, for “to comply with subsection (1)” substitute — a to comply with subsection (1), and b where subsection (2A) applies, to contribute to meeting the target in relation to which it has been designated . 2 After section 6(7) of the Environment Act, insert— 7A The report published by the Welsh Ministers under subsection (7) must, in particular, report on the progress being made towards meeting the targets set in regulations under section 6B and whether they are likely to be met. 7B As soon as reasonably practicable after publishing their report under subsection (7), the Welsh Ministers must send a copy of it to the Office of Environmental Governance Wales. 7C Sending a copy of the report under subsection (7B) is to be treated as a request by the Welsh Ministers to the Office of Environmental Governance Wales for advice under section 13 of the Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026 (asc xx). S. 38 in force at 27.6.2026, see s. 46(2)(f)