Rajesh Nair, chief executive of Tata Steel UK, urged UK ministers to safeguard the domestic market after the EU announced plans to cut tariff-free steel import quotas by 47%.
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Blackwood to host Gwent Poppy Appeal launch
The annual launch of the Gwent Poppy Appeal will take place in Blackwood on Thursday, October 23 at 10am.
Service to be held to mark 112th anniversary of Senghenydd Mining Disaster
A memorial service is being held in Senghenydd next week to mark the 112th anniversary of the Universal Colliery disaster, which claimed 440 lives.
Praise for home adaptation service which helped 1,000 patients leave hospital earlier
The ‘Hospital 2 Healthier Home’ initiative checks people’s homes for fall risks and makes practical changes to improve properties’ safety.
Senedd ‘fobbed off’ by ministers on homelessness crisis
Labour’s Lee Waters criticised ministers’ response to an inquiry which heard some frontline staff providing “life-saving” housing support are themselves at risk of becoming homeless.
Farming jobs fears spark fiery Senedd debate
A fiery debate has erupted over claims a financial support scheme for farmers will lead to the loss of an estimated 1,100 jobs, 56,000 livestock and £76m.
Gwent pension fund to review investments amid Gaza conflict concerns
A multi-billion-pound Gwent pension fund will seek further advice after two local authorities demanded a review of investments linked to Israel’s conflict in Gaza.
‘A disservice to families’: Senedd closes ‘sad chapter’ as Covid scrutiny is silenced
Plaid Cymru’s Adam Price described the saga as a “very sad chapter” in the Senedd’s history and a forfeited opportunity to learn lessons from the pandemic.
Welsh steel faces drastic impact from EU tariffs, minister warns
Wales’ economy secretary has warned of drastic consequences for the future of Welsh steelmaking after the EU announced plans to slash tariff-free import quotas.
Face masks must be worn in hospitals, health board says
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board introduced the measure on Tuesday October 7 due to “an increase in winter illnesses”.