Nominet have now started the process of issuing domain names in the two Welsh top level domains, .wales and .cymru. Key dates are now available on their timeline, though there is a note that these may yet change so those intending to apply should subscribe to their mailing list for updates.
Nominet have now published their inital policy statement for the .cymru and .wales top level domains. Details, including the exact list of domain names that will be reserved, are still being discussed with the Welsh Government so anyone interested in registering a domain should keep an eye on the .wales/.cymru website where you can also register for updates.
[updated 27th November following Nominet's answers to my questions]
Nominet’s latest proposal to issue second level domain names directly under .uk is considerably simpler than its predecessor.
Yesterday I attended a round-table for Nominet’s revised proposal for allowing registrations directly under the .uk domain.
Thanks to all those who have provided feedback on Nominet’s direct.uk proposal to allow the creation of domains directly under .uk subject to certain conditions.
Under ICANN’s scheme to create new top level domains Nominet have applied to run two domains in cooperation with the Welsh Government: .wales and .cymru. Nominet are now consulting on how those domains should be operated.