The Welsh Government has announced £12.6 million in new funding for regeneration projects spanning Swansea, Newport, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd, Cardiff, Caerphilly and Maesteg under its Transforming Towns programme.
Man charged after cannabis factory found in Gorseinon
A 24-year-old man has been remanded in custody after a property on Brighton Road was found to have been converted for cannabis cultivation, following tip-offs from local residents.
£9.25m investment to upgrade Hirwaun industrial unit
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
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
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
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.