The Senedd has rejected calls to introduce free schools and academies after a report found major challenges in Wales’ education system.
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Residents encouraged to contact their council over changes to 20mph
Councils will play a central role in any changes to 20mph speed limits on Welsh roads, the Senedd Member for Caerphilly has said.
Dental services ‘facing collapse’ in Wales
Dental services are at risk of catastrophic collapse, with people resorting to “DIY dentistry” and pulling their own teeth with pliers, the Senedd heard.
Hockey club set to lose its junior section as council replaces home pitch
The community club will “reluctantly” relocate to Sue Noake Leisure Centre in Ystrad Mynach, 11 miles away from its current base.
Two borough schools evacuated over hoax bomb calls
Gwent Police has confirmed no explosive devices were found at either school following searches on Wednesday afternoon.
Second volume of free poetry booklet celebrating the Aber Valley to launch
Aber Valley residents are soon to release the second volume of poetry booklet, Tatws Siôn Cent, made for and by the local community.
Trethomas Bluebirds suffer first league defeat of the season
After going a remarkable 24 league games unbeaten, Trethomas Bluebirds lost their first Ardal South East match of the season against Goytre AFC.
‘Big gap’ in funding to restore opencast mines
A funding gap of tens of millions is thwarting efforts to restore opencast mines – and public authorities in Wales must clamp down on corporate greed, a committee heard.
Criminal recalled to prison following release
A criminal who was jailed for possessing an offensive weapon has been recalled to prison following his release.
Tip remediation trucks driven through Sirhowy Valley Country Park without permission
Having already upset residents living in the Sirhowy Valley with plans to remediate Bedwas coal tips, ERI Reclamation has provoked further anger by test driving trucks through a country park without permission.