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Plans to turn former city pub in to flats approved

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

Plans to turn a former Cardiff pub in to flats with a ground-floor shop have been approved by the city’s council.

Merthyr Council set for social services budget overspend

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

Latest figures from the end of September 2025 show a projected overspend for social services in Merthyr Tydfil of £360,000 by the end of 2025/26.

Mother wins residential dispute with son

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

A mother has won the right to continue using an annex next to her son’s house as her main home – despite his objection. 

Brewery tanks alongside Severn Estuary banks approved

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

The brewery behind popular brands Corona, Stella Artois, and Budweiser is to place three giant tanks along the banks of the Severn Estuary. 

Garage converted into beauty room without permission

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

The homeowner has now gained approval to allow them to operate an appointment only beauty business from the garage at the side of their new build home four days a week. 

Burglar wanted back in prison as police appeal launched

Friday, January 2, 2026

Aaron Boucher, 25, from Caerphilly, has breached the conditions of his release, according to Gwent Police.

Historic golf club looks to AI to drive its future as plans submitted

Friday, January 2, 2026

Golf could be going high-tech with the aid of artificial intelligence under plans put forward by one of Wales’ oldest clubs. 

Homeowner’s driveway bid backed after original plans blocked

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

A homeowner’s application to take down part of their garden wall to create a driveway has been approved after being under consideration for a year. 

Timber storage plans next to nature reserve rejected

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

Plans to use part of a former quarry next to a nature reserve for storing timber have been rejected by Torfaen Council.

Tourism weatherproofing fund increased following ‘overwhelming’ demand

Friday, January 2, 2026Friday, January 2, 2026

This additional investment will help businesses extend their operating seasons and create better experiences for visitors, the Welsh Government said.

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