Rebecca Evans, Wales’ finance minister, said Welsh taxpayers will continue to pay the same income tax as their English and Northern Irish counterparts in 2024/25.
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Welsh Government’s spending plans for 2024/25 backed
The Senedd backed the Welsh Government’s spending plans for 2024/25 despite concerns about “extreme” cuts to public services.
Library set for May reopening after refurbishment, alongside new childcare unit
Pengam Library has been closed since the Christmas holidays while work is being carried out.
16 young athletes from Caerphilly County Borough to compete on national stage
Sixteen young athletes from Rhymney Valley Athletics Club have been chosen to represent East Wales at the UK-wide cross country competition.
‘End of an era’: Last coal train travels through the borough
The train transported coal from Cwmbargoed Disposal Point to Tata Steel in Port Talbot on February 23.
Footbridge damaged four years ago set to be replaced this year, TfW says
Work to replace a Llanbradach footbridge damaged nearly four years ago is set to be completed this year, Transport for Wales has said.
Support for shop’s booze application despite ‘debauchery’ claim
Caerphilly Council’s licensing sub-committee heard on Tuesday March 5 that Gwent Police had no objections to the application.
Pitch fees to increase for all, but only senior sides will face full 20% hike
Following backlash to a proposed 20% hike in pitch fees, the council has announced only senior sides will face the full brunt of the increase.
Police appeal for witnesses after attempted assault
According to Gwent Police, an unknown man got out of a stationary grey BMW 3 Series at the lights, before allegedly brandishing a Stanley knife and swiping it in the direction of a silver Renault Clio.
Plans to expand the Senedd set for crunch votes
The Welsh Parliament is set for a series of crunch votes on contentious plans to expand the Senedd and reform the electoral system.