The screening age was lowered in a bid to catch more bowel cancer cases early, giving people a better chance of survival.
Author: Rhys Williams
‘Unprecedented tactical voting’ played key role in by-election result, says former Caerphilly MP
“Unprecedented tactical voting” took Caerphilly by-election victory out of Reform UK’s hands, according to the area’s former Member of Parliament, Sir Wayne David.
Police scheme leads to 30 arrests in Blackwood over last four months – with 41 vehicles seized
Led by Inspector Laura Paget, the team has patrolled Blackwood, Tredegar, Llantarnam in Cwmbran, and Alway in Newport over the last four months.
Health board lifts face mask requirements in hospitals
Masks had to be worn when entering hospital sites, wards, emergency departments, and all clinical settings, including minor injury units.
Public Health Wales urges people to have flu jab ‘as soon as possible’ as cases rise
Public Health Wales is urging people to get their flu jab “as soon as possible” as the number of flu cases rises.
New rules could allow council candidates to spend more money on security
The changes, which could come into force across Wales at the 2027 local government elections, are now out for consultation.
MS questions value for money in hospital car park solar panel plans
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board plans to cover the car park at the Grange Hospital in Cwmbran with a canopy of solar panels, at a cost of £3.3 million.
Rugby round-up: Teams advance in cups while hopes dashed for others
Teams across Caerphilly County Borough were back in their respective cup competitions on Saturday October 25, with some sides edging a step closer to silverware – while others had their dreams dashed.
Work begins on new all-weather sports pitch and pupil support centre
Construction work on the projects began at Islwyn High School, in Oakdale, on Monday October 27 – with completion expected in the new year.
Plaid Cymru’s Whittle sworn in as new Caerphilly Senedd Member
Mr Whittle saw off the challenge from Reform UK’s Llŷr Powell on a night where Labour were condemned to a distant third place.