An “unsafe” footbridge over the tracks at Caerphilly railway station will be removed after months of uncertainty.
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Falling university applications could make it harder to recruit doctors
A Plaid Cymru’s shadow minister, said latest data from UCAS shows Wales has the lowest application rate of any country in the UK.
Calls for Wales-specific Covid inquiry narrowly rejected in Senedd
Conservative and Lib Dem MSs backed Plaid Cymru’s call for a Wales judge-led inquiry but Welsh ministers and Labour backbenchers voted against.
Pontllanfraith Comprehensive School demolition works reveal asbestos on site
The school has been levelled to make way for a new Centre for Vulnerable Learners for up to 120 learners.
Plans to turn disused bookmakers into shop approved
The Bargoed property was previously a Betfred which closed in February 2022, according to the planning documents.
Careers Wales to close its Caerphilly town branch
Staff at Careers Wales’ Caerphilly branch have been told their jobs are at risk after the company announced its lease has expired.
Councillors reject proposal to change voting system
An independent councillor was left “disappointed” after colleagues shot down his plan to reform the way people vote in local elections.
Welsh Government rebuffs claims it backtracked on real living wage promise
The Welsh Government has been accused of rowing back on a promise to pay the real living wage to homelessness and housing support workers.
Calls for return of Senghenydd mining disaster pony display
An “important symbol” of the Senghenydd mining disaster must return to the Aber Valley, according to heritage campaigners.
Estyn decision to scrap headline gradings has ‘lifted a burden’ on schools
Estyn’s chief inspector told the Senedd’s education committee that feedback from schools since scrapping the headline gradings has been overwhelmingly positive.