The leader of Newport City Council said a new policy on artificial intelligence (AI) and automation is “not about replacing people with computers”.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Northern borough communities in line for £20m funding
Caerphilly County Borough Council has proposed making the three communities its “designated neighbourhood” to receive the money over the next ten years.
No school transport cuts in budget but council tax rises not ruled out
Caerphilly County Borough Council will not be revisiting proposals to cut home to school transport in next year’s budget, but its leader has not ruled out council tax increases.
New operating model backed for miners’ institute
The ’Stute was saved from being ‘mothballed’ under council cost-cutting measures at the start of the year, and following widespread public opposition.
Plaid Cymru victorious in Penyrheol council by-election
Plaid Cymru candidate Aneurin Minton picked up 60% of the votes cast to secure the win and maintain his party’s total control of the ward.
Thumbs up for new specialist ALN bases at borough schools
Pupils with additional learning needs will be given extra support at a series of “specialist resource bases” across Caerphilly County Borough.
Crackdown on antisocial behaviour and public drinking to continue
A crackdown on bad behaviour and public drinking will continue across Caerphilly County Borough for the next three years.
Council housing tenants to pay higher rents next year
In cash terms, the average weekly rent will rise by £4.70, which is the maximum rise permitted under Welsh Government rules.
Sheltered housing complex could be redeveloped amid structural issues
A report describes how Tredegar Court has required “significant work” and was given a temporary fail during a Welsh Housing Quality Standards check.
College’s £90m city centre campus ‘on schedule’ but funding yet to be secured
Coleg Gwent plans to build the new £90 million campus on Usk Way, on the site of the former leisure and entertainment venue, Newport Centre.