Billpayers in Newport could see council tax go up by 6.7% from April, working out at an extra £100 for those living in average Band D properties.
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Gwent’s police and crime commissioner talks ‘big plans’ for 2025
In her first blog of the new year, Gwent’s police and crime commissioner Jane Mudd discusses her plans for the year ahead.
Safety wardens and crossing patrols at risk in council’s bid to balance budget
The council estimates it will have to make more than £21 million of savings in its budget for next year, if it is to balance the books.
Library cuts, community centre handovers: How Newport City Council plans to save money
Newport City Council estimates it will have to save £4.3 million if it is to balance its budget for the next financial year, beginning in April.
Police commissioner confirms intention to step down from council role
Police and crime commissioner Jane Mudd, who was elected in May, still retains her councillor role in Newport.
Gatland to stay on as Wales head coach for Six Nations
Head coach Warren Gatland will remain in charge of the Wales team for the 2025 Six Nations campaign, with the WRU’s top boss admitting his job is “on the line”.
Revised plans shaking up the Welsh political map released
Revised plans to create 16 “super constituencies” for the 2026 Senedd election – which will see the number of MSs increase from 60 to 96 – have been unveiled.
New Gwent Police chief constable appointed
Mark Hobrough, who has served as Gwent Police’s interim chief constable since August, has been given the role on a permanent basis.
Nearly 120 knitted blankets donated to those in need this Christmas thanks to volunteer efforts
Throughout 2024, volunteer knitters spent a combined 3,000 hours of their own free time knitting crocheted squares, which were then sewn together to make the blankets.
Gwent PCC thanks emergency services and community after Storm Bert support
In her blog for Caerphilly Observer, Gwent’s police and crime commissioner, Jane Mudd, praises the response to Storm Bert a fortnight ago.