A new health and wellbeing hub bringing GP, mental health and family services together is set to be built in Ely, Cardiff, with construction expected to begin in June.
Welsh councils share £50m capital funding boost
All 22 local authorities in Wales will receive a share of £50m in additional capital funding to invest in roads, schools, flood defences and other local priorities.
New recycling bags coming for Cardiff soft plastics
Cardiff Council has approved a dedicated soft plastic collection service launching this summer, as the city works to hit its 70% recycling target.
26 criminals jailed in Wales last week for rape, drug dealing, arson and neglect
Courts across Wales jailed 26 offenders between Monday, March 16 and Sunday, March 22 for crimes including rape, child sexual abuse, drug supply, arson and fatal neglect. Here is every person who was sent to prison.
Legal challenge to Wales greyhound racing ban fails
The High Court has dismissed a bid by the Greyhound Board of Great Britain to block the ban on greyhound racing in Wales, ruling the legislation was lawfully introduced.
New law means Welsh holiday lets will need a licence
The Senedd has passed a Bill requiring self-catering accommodation providers in Wales to obtain a licence, with the scheme expected to launch in 2029.
Senedd passes law allowing voters to recall Members
The Senedd has approved new legislation giving the people of Wales the power to remove their elected representatives between elections for the first time.
Senedd votes to ban greyhound racing in Wales
Greyhound racing is set to be outlawed in Wales after Senedd members voted 39 to 10 in favour of a ban, though the legislation faces a legal challenge.
Coal tip safety task force resumed by Welsh and UK governments
The Welsh and UK Governments have recommitted to coal tip safety by resuming the Disused Mine and Quarry Tips Task Force, backed by more than £250m in combined funding.
£11.2m to help Welsh councils rebuild after 2025 storms
The Welsh Government has announced further funding for Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire and Merthyr Tydfil councils to support storm recovery efforts.
Hollywood Bowl XL starts construction at St David’s Cardiff
A new two-floor entertainment venue featuring bowling, electric go-karting and a live sports bar is being built at St David’s Cardiff, with an opening expected this summer.
Extra £1m for Wales food banks amid cost of living crisis
The Welsh Government has boosted emergency food aid funding to £3.44 million this year, with an extra £1 million going to community food organisations and food banks across Wales.











