Newport should be given more clarity over the future of higher education in the city, a councillor has said as the University of South Wales (USW) seeks voluntary redundancies.
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Councillor says UK should consider rationing if Middle East war continues
The UK should consider making plans for World War II-style rationing of resources in the event of “protracted” hostilities in the Middle East, a councillor has claimed.
No limits placed on lorry movements along ‘Wild West’ route
Ynysddu ward councillors Jan Jones and Janine Reed said “urgent action” was needed to improve road safety for residents “before someone is seriously hurt”.
Time to crack down on ‘fleecehold’ contracts, councillors say
Tougher regulation should be introduced to protect residents from “exploitative” practices and end so-called “fleecehold” contracts, councillors in Caerphilly have agreed.
Young footballers shine at Cluster League Finals
Primary school pupils from across Caerphilly County Borough went head-to-head in the Cluster League Football Finals, showcasing skill, teamwork and determination.
School children to serve up sustainability at Caerphilly Food Festival
Waunfawr Primary pupils will unveil a school meal they designed as part of a sustainability and global citizenship project.
Choirs team up to celebrate landmark anniversaries
Caerphilly Male Voice Choir and Caerphilly Ladies Choir teamed up to mark their 120th and 60th anniversaries – while raising money for the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal.
£1.2m funding boost for council’s A469 repairs
Caerphilly Council’s plans to fix the A469 road in the Upper Rhymney Valley has been boosted by £1.2 million of Welsh Government funding.
St Martin’s pupils stranded at LA Airport after BA cancels Easter trip flight
Ninety-six pupils and 11 staff returning from an Easter trip to the US have been left stranded at Los Angeles Airport after British Airways cancelled their flight home.
From Bedwas to the cage: the rapid rise of Malakai Gough
At just 19, the new featherweight titleholder is turning heads in Welsh MMA – while staying grounded in his community.