A flagship scheme aimed at tackling fuel poverty would take about 125 years to support every low-income household at the current rate, the Senedd heard.
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All smiles as pupils reunited at new primary block — but other school works face delays
Councillors in Newport have welcomed the arrival of new education facilities around the city.
Cascade Ladies impress in dominant win over Caldicot Town Women
Cascade Ladies have started 2025 with a comfortable 4-0 victory over Caldicot Town Women in the Adran South.
Newport Council agrees next steps towards changing some 20mph roads
Newport City Council was thrown a “hospital pass” when handed responsibility for dealing with controversial speed limit changes, its leader has said.
Residents urged to have their say on council tax rise and budget plans
Billpayers in Newport could see council tax go up by 6.7% from April, working out at an extra £100 for those living in average Band D properties.
Schools facing nearly £3.8m overspend and ‘clear’ financial challenges
All but nine of Newport City Council’s 44 primary schools are forecasting an overspend and will have to dip into their reserves to balance the books.
RSPCA appeal for owner after pony rescued from common
A pony has been rescued from Gelligaer and Merthyr Common over concerns for its welfare, sparking an appeal to find its owner.
Comprehensive school lifts lockdown measures
St Martin’s School in Caerphilly was under lockdown for almost two hours.
Health board declares critical incident as pressure mounts on services
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) has been forced to declare a ‘critical incident’ due to “exceptional demand” on its services.
Agents appointed as council looks to offload mothballed Llancaiach Fawr
Commercial estate agents Avison Young has been appointed by the council to market the venue, and discuss its sale with potential buyers.