The project was classified as a Wales-and-England project in 2015 by David Cameron’s UK Government despite not an inch of track crossing the border.
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Councillors back ski slope project despite officer advice
Councillors in Merthyr Tydfil have voiced their support for a “once in a lifetime” £300 million ski slope development – going against the advice of council officers.
‘We can’t carry on as we are’: NRW set to face ‘rough old 12 months’
David Henshaw, who chairs the board, said: “We can’t carry on as we are,” with NRW having agreed a target of cutting £10.9m from its budget by April 1.
Wales appoints its first-ever chief healthcare science officer
Victoria Heath, who will take up the role this month, will advise the Welsh Government on the most effective ways to use science to improve healthcare.
‘There is a real risk of crying wolf’: NRW defends record on flood warnings
The Senedd’s climate committee took evidence from NRW as part of an inquiry on the response to storms Bert and Darragh.
Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre closure approved for third time
Legal challenges sank the council’s two previous bids to shut down the centre, which campaigners say was well used and is valued by the local community.
Delays to tribunal reforms ‘deeply troubling’
Senedd Members urged ministers to press ahead with urgently needed reforms of the Welsh tribunal system or risk leaving the courts unable to cope with demand.
Two men released under investigation after police drug raids
Raids were carried out at five addresses across Caerphilly County Borough on Tuesday March 11, with 40 police officers deployed.
Ladies’ choir and primary school pupils to perform charity concert
Cefn Hengoed Ladies Choir is teaming up with pupils at Hendredenny Park Primary School for a charity concert this month.
Gas works in Caerphilly Town ‘progressing well’ ahead of completion date
Wales and West Utilities has said it hopes to finish upgrading gas pipes on Pontygwindy Road by May, as work is “progressing well”.