Mark Drakeford said people from every single part of Wales have been affected by the scandal – which was recently the subject of an ITV drama.
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Risca Comprehensive School put into special measures by Estyn
Issues such as the school’s below-average attendance figures, and poor lesson planning, were highlighted in Estyn’s report.
Health board’s pest control contract four times more expensive than previous agreement
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s new contract for “preventative and reactive pest control services” will cost an estimated £320,000.
Hedd Wyn: How the life of one of Wales’ most promising poets was cut short by war
Almost 500,000 men were killed in three months at Passchendaele, the third battle of Ypres. On the first day of that battle, Wales lost one of its most talented poets.
Winding House Museum faces closure due to council cuts
Under new budget-saving plans, Caerphilly County Borough Council is proposing to “mothball” New Tredegar’s Winding House.
Plan for booking system at council’s tips comes under fire
The measure is part of the council’s new draft waste strategy, aimed at improving recycling rates and avoiding £2 million in fines.
“Disgusted”: Last remaining Barclays Bank in Caerphilly County Borough to close its doors
Barclays Bank’s decision to close what will be its last remaining branch in Caerphilly County Borough has been branded ‘disgusting’ by an Ystrad Mynach councillor.
Welsh Government backing a “vital first step in securing Ruperra Castle’s future”
The Welsh Government has pledged money towards a structural survey for Ruperra Castle, which has been deemed at risk of collapse.
One point the difference as Bedwas win at Penallta
Bedwas overcame Caerphilly County Borough rivals Penallta by a solitary point when the sides met in Ystrad Mynach on Saturday January 13.
The speed camera that’s ‘on’, but won’t fine you
The fixed speed camera on Newport Road, Trethomas, has been flashing speeding motorists, but is currently “not processing offences”.