Compared with the English regions and Northern Ireland, Wales ranks top for number of A* grades achieved – a total of 9.1%.
New dog cafe opens its doors
Charmain Ball, owner of Butcher and Ball, said: “Our motto is ‘time with your best friend while making new ones’; our aim is to create a place where people can come and relax with their dogs, eat home-made food and enjoy each other’s company.
Hotel venue officially opens first phase of £1.9m expansion
Llechwen Hall, near Nelson, has more than doubled its capacity with the new wing. As part of the overall scheme, a spa, treatment rooms, and gym will open to guests in early 2020.
16-year-old runner breaks long-standing Welsh record
His time of three minutes and 51.3 seconds means Ben is now ranked second in the UK under-17 rankings and tenth in the under-18 European rankings.
Gwent Police culture problem denied by Chief Constable
In an interview with Caerphilly Observer, Chief Constable Pam Kelly was asked if there was a problem given recent allegations levelled at two senior officers and several high profile examples of inappropriate behaviour by officers.
Scheme to build 618 homes at Gwern y Domen rejected by planning committee
Around 50 campaigners and residents applauded as Caerphilly County Borough Council’s planning committee voted unanimously to refuse planning permission on Wednesday.
Prime Minister’s promise could see 200 new police officers in Gwent
The police and crime commissioner for Gwent, Jeff Cuthbert, has “cautiously welcomed” the announcement but said uncertainty remained about how it would be funded.
Wages not increasing in line with inflation in Caerphilly County Borough
The average person in Caerphilly County Borough earns £14,500 per year, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics.
Hundreds gather for protests against Gwern y Domen development
Hundreds of campaigners gathered on Gwern y Domen in three separate protests against the plans, which could see up to 618 new houses and a sports pavilion built on the site.
New Chief Constable confirmed for Gwent Police
Chief Constable Kelly, who joined as Deputy Chief Constable in 2017, was put forward as the permanent replacement by Gwent Police Crime Commissioner Jeff Cuthbert.