An independent councillor was left “disappointed” after colleagues shot down his plan to reform the way people vote in local elections.
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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.
Welsh Government unveils ten-year mental health and suicide strategies
Deputy minister Lynne Neagle has launched 16-week consultations on the draft mental health and suicide and self-harm prevention strategies.
More must be done to ensure Siri and Alexa are available in Welsh, Senedd told
More must be done to ensure virtual assistants such as Siri and Alexa are available through the medium of Welsh, the Senedd heard.
Council to introduce new artificial pitch booking policy this summer
Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced a new booking system for its artificial sports pitches, which will now prioritise teams in the top divisions of their sport.
Map of Wales’ toxic sites should be created to better inform public, Senedd hears
Peredur Owen Griffiths called for a register during First Minister’s questions as he argued people have a right to know the location of historic toxic sites.
Summer football league: Mixed responses to a trial from clubs across Caerphilly
Caerphilly Observer spoke to three football clubs who have all struggled to get games played due to bad weather over the years.
Musical fundraiser for Velindre features West End and the Voice stars
West End to Broadway is being held on Sunday March 3 at Studio 54 in Blackwood, with all proceeds going to Velindre.