A public space in the heart of Pontlottyn has been spruced up with new trees, wildflowers, and railings as part of a council regeneration project.
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Chief medical officer urges parents to get their children vaccinated against flu as cases rise
Wales’ chief medical officer has said it’s not too late for parents to get their children vaccinated against the flu.
Council boss prepared for ‘headaches’ as he’s set to take charge at controversial firm
A council boss will help take charge at a controversial firm owned by local authorities for no additional pay but “plenty of headaches”.
Labour and Plaid Cymru strike £300m budget deal
The budget agreement will allow the Welsh Government’s final budget for 2026/27 to pass through the Senedd in January, averting a potential crisis for public finances.
Transporter Bridge reopening pushed back to late 2026
A Newport City Council report describes the repairs as “progressing” but notes the work is taking place “at height [and] over water”.
Fire service precept could rise by almost 3% for Caerphilly Council taxpayers
The fire service, which covers Caerphilly County Borough as well as nine other local authority areas across south Wales, is currently consulting on its budget proposals for 2026/2027.
Residents urged to be ‘vigilant and prepared’ ahead of weather warning
Natural Resources Wales has urged residents to be “vigilant and prepared”, with Storm Bram expected to bring flooding and disruption to Wales.
Women driven to end pregnancies amid row over £28 drug
A doctor who facilitated abortions for two women with much-wanted pregnancies was not allowed to prescribe a £28 anti-sickness drug due to cost-effectiveness rules in Wales.
Council set to seek new operator for Miners’ Institute
Blackwood Miners’ Institute could be run by an “established” non-profit organisation in future, under new proposals.
Hospital face mask rules being ‘continually reviewed’ by health board
Last week, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board reintroduced mask wearing and tightened visiting rules across its hospital sites following “a sharp rise in winter illnesses and infection rates”.