Opencast mine developers have repeatedly “cut and run”, breaking promises on restoration and costing taxpayers hundreds of millions of pounds, a Senedd committee warned.
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Senedd debates Eluned Morgan’s first 100 days as First Minister
Andrew RT Davies led a Conservative debate on the eve of November 14, which marks Eluned Morgan’s hundredth day in office.
Plans for new Costa drive-thru given green light
A Costa drive-thru could be coming to Pontymister after councillors gave their seal of approval to the scheme.
Council backs adventure farm’s bid to extend opening hours
The owners of Colliers Adventure Farm, in Nelson, have been successful in applying for an extension to their opening hours, which it is claimed will help them put on more events.
Caerphilly Ladies Choir welcomes counterparts from Brittany
Caerphilly Ladies Choir raised £750 for Kidney Wales after holding a concert with a choir from Brittany, France.
Disabled children ‘denied rights to education’
Disabled children and young people in Wales are being fundamentally let down and denied their right to education, Senedd Members warned.
Plans for 169 new homes move a step closer
More than half of the development will be classed as affordable housing if the project, by United Welsh housing association, goes ahead.
Waste firm allowed to alter plans for industrial site
Waste firm Veolia has been given planning permission to slightly alter plans for the redevelopment of a site in Abercarn.
Doctors encourage public to seek appropriate helpline ahead of winter period
Ahead of the winter season, doctors from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) have told people to think carefully about where to turn for help if they need it.
Committee quizzes culture chief over sweeping cuts
Senedd Members scrutinised Wales’ new culture minister about the impact of the Welsh Government’s sweeping budget cuts to culture and sport.