A trial reopening of public toilets in a Newport park has concluded, with no decision yet on making the move permanent.
Category: Newport
Newport Council agrees to lead new regional sports partnership
The local authority joins Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, and Torfaen to form the Active Gwent Sports Partnership.
Kebab shop told to stop late-night sales after immigration visit
A takeaway owner in Newport is facing a one-month ban on late night sales, following a visit to his premises by immigration officers.
Third battery energy storage site approved for city’s former power station
Newport City councillors have backed a project which will reportedly help with power grid stability for between 40 and 50 years.
Thumbs up for new self-storage units at industrial estate
A new self-storage business could open in Rogerstone, after city councillors approved a proposed new development for the Wern Industrial Estate.
Homes plan approved despite concerns over concrete slabs
Two new homes and garages can be built on land in Rogerstone despite neighbour concerns about two large concrete slabs on the site, Newport City Council’s planning committee has decided.
Praise for Newport schools’ ‘very positive’ Estyn inspection results
Education leaders in Newport have praised the city’s schools for their performances last year in Estyn inspections.
Praise for police plane mission to clamp down on illegal e-bikes
The deployment of a police plane over Newport has paid dividends for officers clamping down on illegal electric bikes and scooters, city councillors have heard.
Soft plastics recycling scheme could be trialled
Recycling trials for soft plastics could start up in Newport next year for businesses and residents.
Council leader pressed on market and sorting office project loans
Newport City Council has faced fresh questions over loan funding for two regeneration projects.