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£9.25m investment to upgrade Hirwaun industrial unit

Jordan Jones 9 seconds agoPolitics, Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

The Welsh Government is investing up to £9.25 million to purchase and refurbish a major industrial unit at Hirwaun Industrial Estate, aiming to attract manufacturing businesses and create jobs in the Heads of the Valleys.

Over £3m invested to modernise National Library of Wales

Jordan Jones 9 minutes agoPolitics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

More than £3 million has been invested in the National Library of Wales, improving preservation, public spaces, digital access and supporting the journey to net zero by 2030.

Mold man says council paints over potholes

Jordan Jones 1 hour agoFlintshire, Mold, North Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

A Flintshire resident says he has memorised every pothole on his commute and accuses the council of painting road markings over unrepaired damage.

New £34m health hub planned for Cardiff’s Ely

Jordan Jones 26 March 2026Cardiff, Ely, Politics, South Wales, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 25 March 2026Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 24 March 2026Cardiff, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 23 March 2026Crime & Court, Wales News, Weekly Round-up Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 21 March 2026Wales News Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 20 March 2026Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 18 March 2026Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 18 March 2026Wales News Leave a Comment

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

Jordan Jones 17 March 2026Politics, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

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.

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