A comprehensive school has been forced to turn to remote learning following a ‘significant outbreak of flu-like illness’.
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Senedd criticises ‘nowhere near acceptable’ pace of cladding repairs
Labour’s John Griffiths chairs the Senedd’s housing committee which warned progress on remediation “has been far too slow and this should not be allowed to continue”.
End of the line for deregulation as Senedd backs bus shake-up
The Welsh Parliament has given the green light for a bus services overhaul, putting ministers in the driving seat to decide routes, timetables and fares.
M4 Prince of Wales Bridge to close overnight for urgent safety work
The M4 Prince of Wales Bridge will be fully closed overnight in both directions on Tuesday December 9 for urgent safety work, National Highways has confirmed.
Welsh minister ‘concerned’ by proposed jury trial restrictions
Wales’ top lawyer has vowed to challenge Ministry of Justice proposals to limit appeal rights and scrap jury trials for crimes with a likely sentence of three years or less.
Public space revamped as part of regeneration project
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.
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”.