Ken Skates warned that financial pressures make it impossible to both bring buses back under public control and offer free transport for youngsters.
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Heritage body ‘working to the bone’ as workforce nearly halves over past decade
A heritage body warned its workforce has almost halved over the past decade due to cuts, with some staff now “doubling up” and doing two jobs.
Community volunteers celebrated as GAVO Awards return for 2024
The efforts of volunteers from across Caerphilly County Borough have been celebrated at the annual Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations (GAVO) Awards.
Three borough sides to feature in third round of FAW Amateur Trophy
The third round FAW Amateur Trophy draw has been made, with three Caerphilly-based sides featured.
New ‘energy efficient’ bungalows built on former ambulance station site
Residents have moved into five new ‘energy efficient’ bungalows, which have been built on the site of the former ambulance station in Nelson.
More cuts could have devastating impact, Sport Wales warns
Sports Wales warned any further cuts to its budget by the Welsh Government next year would have a potentially devastating impact.
Opposition criticise ‘scattergun’ approach to Welsh economy
The Conservatives’ shadow economy secretary warned Welsh workers take home less pay than their counterparts in England, Scotland or Northern Ireland.
Minister sets out vision for Wales’ mental health services
Wales’ new mental health minister set out plans to improve people’s mental health, pledging to focus on reducing waiting times for support and treatment.
Dramatic win sees Price reach next round of World Grand Prix
Gerwyn Price is through to the second round of the darts World Grand Prix after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Danny Noppert.
Blueprint for ban on lying politicians published
A think tank has set out proposals to ban lying politicians, with the aim of rebuilding public trust and making Wales one of the world’s most advanced democracies.