The Senedd debated dozens of final changes to plans for a £1.30-a-night tourism levy, with the tax set to get the go-ahead in a key vote next week.
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Welsh Government plans ‘business-as-usual’ budget
Mark Drakeford confirmed the Welsh Government will publish a “business-as-usual” budget in the autumn as the next Senedd election nears.
War of words over council spending amid claim of ’empire-building’
Opposition figures in Caerphilly have questioned the county borough council’s spending on top officer salaries, accusing the local authority of “empire building”.
Machen Agricultural Show to return this weekend for 82nd edition
The family-friendly country show, which has been running since 1941, will be held on Saturday July 5.
New cafe and seating area approved as part of city park regeneration
Newport City Council is behind the project, which forms part of wider plans to regenerate the park it bought outright in 2024.
Deputy First Minister pressed over environment bill delay
Huw Irranca-Davies was questioned about delays introducing the environment bill, which aims to halt and reverse nature loss.
‘Heartbreaking’: Charity has equipment and supplies stolen after break-in
The Parish Trust has confirmed its storage unit was broken into over the weekend, as the Christian charity appeals for the return of missing items.
Line dancing group raises £15k for Wales Air Ambulance Charity
The Loud ‘n’ Proud group has supported the charity for more than a decade, holding numerous raffles and more to raise much-needed funds.
RSPCA received 118 animal cruelty calls in Caerphilly last summer as appeal launched
RSPCA chief inspector Ian Briggs said: “This year, sadly, we fear the trend will continue and we are busier than ever rescuing animals from many awful situations.”
Police appeal after wallet and bank cards stolen
The burglary happened on Railway Terrace sometime between 12.30pm and 3.30pm on Monday June 23.