Mark Hobrough, who has served as Gwent Police’s interim chief constable since August, has been given the role on a permanent basis.
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Council tenants face 2.7% rent increase
The increases will see the current average rent rise from £106.44 per week, to £109.31 per week over 52 weeks.
Wales discover 2026 World Cup qualifying opponents
Wales’ 2026 World Cup qualifying opponents have been revealed, with Craig Bellamy’s men looking to qualify for a second consecutive world cup finals.
Illegal cigarettes and vapes worth £500,000 seized in Newport
Trading standards officers in Newport have seized illegal tobacco and vape products worth more than half a million pounds so far this year.
Could relaxed tip-booking rules help cut city’s fly-tipping problem?
Relaxing the booking policy for Newport’s tip could help increase recycling rates, a councillor has claimed.
New Senedd Conservative leader unveils his new top team
Darren Millar has announced new roles for South Wales East MSs Natasha Asghar and Laura Anne Jones, as he shuffled his party’s shadow cabinet.
Bid to merge primary schools moves to next stage
Hendre Infants School and Hendre Junior School could amalgamate in September 2025.
Council defends proposal to shut down village’s primary school
The proposal to shut down the school has been challenged by parents and some governors, who believe it can be made viable.
Residents told to order repeat medication in advance ahead of Christmas period
People are being urged to order any repeat medication as soon as possible ahead of the Christmas period.
Pupils get into the festive spirit by raising money for food bank
Inspired by the theme of Charles Dickens’ Christmas Carol, younger pupils at Ty Gilfach started a mini-enterprise to raise money for The Rhymney Valley Foodbank.