Senedd Members warned Wales is playing catch-up after the Welsh Government took more than seven years to bring forward a bill to plug gaps in environmental protections.
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New sports site nears completion, but busy 3G pitch to close
A new ‘sports hub’ in Pontllanfraith, which is set to replace the adjacent 3G pitch and leisure facilities, is on track to open this summer.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after town centre collision
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a collision in Caerphilly town centre on Saturday May 31.
Gwent Police officers ‘serve up’ summer of fun
A new summer tennis scheme, led by Gwent Police, is aiming to bring together youngsters from Rhymney – and boost health and fitness.
Islwyn MP tables bill to end fur imports into Britain
The UK Government is preparing to vote on banning fur imports completely, with more than 1.5million people signed-up in support of the bill.
Concerns in neighbouring borough over pupils being ‘lost’ to Newbridge Comprehensive
Councillors in a neighbouring local authority have raised concerns over pupils from their area being ‘lost’ to a school in Caerphilly County Borough.
Reasons for city’s air quality improvements ‘not entirely clear’
Air quality improvements in five areas of Newport have come as welcome news to the city council, even if they cannot be fully explained.
Gas works finally completed after nine-month project
Wales and West Utilities has confirmed gas pipe upgrades in the Pontygwindy Road area have been completed, a month later than planned.
Two released on conditional bail after man, 20, dies in collision
Two men have been released on conditional bail as police continue to investigate the death of a 20-year-old man over the weekend.
Calls for independent Senedd harassment complaints process
Witnesses called for a fully independent process to deal with bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct by Senedd Members amid concerns about politics trumping fairness.