To prepare for the upcoming expansion of the Senedd, which comes into affect from May’s election, the Siambr has been refurbished and expanded to accommodate an extra 36 elected members.
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Plan for 21 new homes approved after affordable housing deal struck
A proposal for 21 new homes in Oakdale has been given the final go-ahead after a deal was struck for affordable housing.
MP objects to plans for new McDonalds in Maesycwmmer
Labour MP Chris Evans has written to the council’s planning department, outlining concerns raised by residents over the plans.
Thumbs up for butcher’s shop conversion into holiday let
A former butcher’s shop in Pengam can be converted into holiday accommodation, council planners have decided.
Police investigation into woman’s death continues
The woman died at a property on Caerphilly Road, Nelson, at around 10.45pm on Saturday February 14.
No trains between Rhymney and Cardiff for week-long tunnel works
Rail services on the Rhymney line will be suspended next week for essential maintenance works in Caerphilly tunnel.
HMO conversion fails to win council backing
A proposal for a new HMO in Newport has failed to win approval from city council planners, who said the conversion could have a “negative” impact on the area.
Health boards working together amid global supply shortage
Gwent’s health board has said it is working with the Welsh Government and other health boards amid a global supply shortage in bone cement – which is used in orthopaedic surgery for hips, shoulders and knees.
Up to £5,000 available for groups running community projects and events
Community groups, charities, social enterprises across Gwent can apply for up to £5,000 funding to run projects and events.
Cultural hub plan for Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall boosted by £270,000 grant
An ambitious, community-led, plan to transform Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall into a fully-fledged cultural hub has been boosted with a £270,000 grant.