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01/11/2021

The Welsh Government will today set out its vision to radically reform post-16 education, for the first time ever enshrining in law nine national strategic purposes for the post-compulsory education system.

Some of the arrangements for organising tertiary education in Wales have been in place for 30 years, before big increases in student numbers, devolution and major changes in technology.

The Welsh Government will today set out its vision to radically reform post-16 education, for the first time ever enshrining in law nine national strategic purposes for the post-compulsory educatio…

01/11/2021

First Minister Mark Drakeford will today (Monday 1 November) board a train from Cardiff to Glasgow to join world leaders for the UN Climate Conference in Scotland.

His message to people in Wales is the power of collective action. Smaller countries, like Wales, can achieve great things when everyone works together – and that's the difference the world needs now to tackle climate change.

First Minister Mark Drakeford will today (Monday 1 November) board a train from Cardiff to Glasgow to join world leaders for the UN Climate Conference in Scotland. His message to people in Wales is…

31/10/2021

Julie Morgan MS, Deputy Minister for Social Services has issued the following written statement on Rebalancing Care and Support White Paper- next steps:

Members will recall I provided an oral statement on the summary of the consultation responses to our Rebalancing Care and Support White Paper on 6 July 2021.

Julie Morgan MS, Deputy Minister for Social Services has issued the following written statement on Rebalancing Care and Support White Paper- next steps: Members will recall I provided an oral state…

31/10/2021

A new initiative has been launched to coordinate regeneration activity which will assist with the economic recovery of Ceredigion's rural towns and outlying community.

The initiative is supported byCynnal y Cardi Local Action Group (LAG) and a Ceredigion Rural Towns Development Officer has been appointed who will work alongside the Cynnal y Cardi Team to support the development of a package of

A new initiative has been launched to coordinate regeneration activity which will assist with the economic recovery of Ceredigion’s rural towns and outlying community. The initiative is suppo…

31/10/2021

AN exciting project offering a range of health, wellbeing, learning and cultural services under one roof is being planned for Carmarthen with funding secured from the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund.

Carmarthenshire County Council, working alongside Pembrokeshire County Council and other local public service providers, has secured £19.9million

AN exciting project offering a range of health, wellbeing, learning and cultural services under one roof is being planned for Carmarthen with funding secured from the UK Government’s Levellin…

31/10/2021

This week, First Minister Mark Drakeford, got his flu vaccination and encouraged others to take up the offer this winter to help keep people safe and well.

This year will be Wales' largest ever flu vaccination programme, with people aged 50 and over and all those eligible for a free vaccine being invited to have their jab.

This week, First Minister Mark Drakeford, got his flu vaccination and encouraged others to take up the offer this winter to help keep people safe and well. This year will be Wales’ largest ev…

31/10/2021

Daffodil Foods has scooped an export deal with a Japanese importer to begin delivering their Welsh clotted cream in response to the increased interest in British afternoon tea.

This means in the New Year, Japanese consumers will be able to buy the Welsh clotted cream in supermarkets across the country.

Daffodil Foods has scooped an export deal with a Japanese importer to begin delivering their Welsh clotted cream in response to the increased interest in British afternoon tea. This means in the Ne…

31/10/2021

THREE people have died and one remains in hospital following a multi-agency river rescue in Pembrokeshire yesterday.

Dyfed-Powys Police received reports of people in distress in the Cleddau River in Haverfordwest shortly after 9am on Saturday, October 30.

A group of nine adults from the south Wales area had travelled to Pembrokeshire for a paddle-boarding excursion.

THREE people have died and one remains in hospital following a multi-agency river rescue in Pembrokeshire yesterday. Dyfed-Powys Police received reports of people in distress in the Cleddau River i…

29/10/2021

First Minister Mark Drakeford will today say alert level zero protective measures will be strengthened to keep people safe and help reduce high levels of coronavirus in Wales.

Rates of coronavirus in Wales are currently the highest in the UK.

First Minister Mark Drakeford will today say alert level zero protective measures will be strengthened to keep people safe and help reduce high levels of coronavirus in Wales. Rates of coronavirus…

28/10/2021

PEOPLE in Swansea Bay have given strong backing to plans to make the area’s three main hospitals centres of excellence.

Health bosses want Morriston, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot hospitals to have distinct roles to help improve care and reduce waiting times, among other things.

And this proposal has now been approved.

PEOPLE in Swansea Bay have given strong backing to plans to make the area’s three main hospitals centres of excellence. Health bosses want Morriston, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot hospitals to ha…

28/10/2021

NEW industrial units are to be created in rural towns in Carmarthenshire.

The first phase of the scheme is expected to deliver employment space in Llandeilo, Newcastle Emlyn, and either Llandovery or Llanybydder.

The Welsh Government and Carmarthenshire Council will provide £1 million each for the first three years, via a new joint venture agreement.

NEW industrial units are to be created in rural towns in Carmarthenshire. The first phase of the scheme is expected to deliver employment space in Llandeilo, Newcastle Emlyn, and either Llandovery …

28/10/2021

The Leader of the Welsh Lib Dems Jane Dodds MS has voiced her concern over the latest budget announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

Commenting on the budget announcements by the Chancellor, Welsh Liberal Democrat Leader Jane Dodds MS stated:

"I welcome the news that Wales will receive a boost in its budget, however as always the devil will be in the detail.

The Leader of the Welsh Lib Dems Jane Dodds MS has voiced her concern over the latest budget announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Commenting on the budget announcements by the Chancello…

28/10/2021

A Welsh Government and EU-funded project has delivered a significant boost to the food and drink industry in Wales, helping it develop hundreds of new products and create new jobs.

The news comes on the second day of the return of Wales' major food and drink event, BlasCymru/TasteWales, which is taking place in Newport.

A Welsh Government and EU-funded project has delivered a significant boost to the food and drink industry in Wales, helping it develop hundreds of new products and create new jobs. The news comes o…

28/10/2021

First Minister Mark Drakeford and Climate Change Minister Julie James today called for a 'decade of action' to tackle the climate change crisis as they published Net Zero Wales – the next phase in our journey towards a 'greener, stronger, fairer Wales'.

First Minister Mark Drakeford and Climate Change Minister Julie James today called for a ‘decade of action’ to tackle the climate change crisis as they published Net Zero Wales – the ne…

28/10/2021

Finance Minister Rebecca Evans has said the UK Government's Spending Review and autumn Budget contains "clear gaps in funding" where Westminster has failed to invest in Wales.

The Spending Review announced by the Chancellor on Wednesday contained no new investment for Coal Tip remediation or significant additional funding to support rail infrastructure in Wales – priorities highlighted by the

Finance Minister Rebecca Evans has said the UK Government’s Spending Review and autumn Budget contains “clear gaps in funding” where Westminster has failed to invest in Wales. The…

28/10/2021

Bereavement is something that will touch us all at some point in our lives, working with charities and third sector organisations a new National Framework for the Delivery of Bereavement Care in Wales has been developed, underpinned by a £1m support grant.

The plan has also crucially received input from those who have experienced bereavement.

Bereavement is something that will touch us all at some point in our lives, working with charities and third sector organisations a new National Framework for the Delivery of Bereavement Care in Wa…

28/10/2021

The role of the police in safeguarding of children and young people has been showcased at Fitzalan High School in Cardiff – at an event to celebrate the work of the newly renamed Wales Police Schools Programme. The focus was on the pupils in the event, giving them a chance to explore the significant role the programme plays in supporting their safety and looking forward to life after the pandemic.

The role of the police in safeguarding of children and young people has been showcased at Fitzalan High School in Cardiff – at an event to celebrate the work of the newly renamed Wales Police Schoo…

28/10/2021

Nia Griffith MP is inviting everyone in Llanelli to get involved in UK Parliament Week and join a UK-wide conversation about our democracy, people power and making change happen.

UK Parliament Week is an annual event taking place next week from 1-7 November, that engages people from across the UK with their UK Parliament, explores what it means to them and empowers them to get involved.

Nia Griffith MP is inviting everyone in Llanelli to get involved in UK Parliament Week and join a UK-wide conversation about our democracy, people power and making change happen. UK Parliament Week…

27/10/2021

Work colleagues from the valleys have taken on a sky-high fundraising challenge for the NSPCC to help raise money for the children’s charity’s work preventing child abuse.

The group of seven work for family run Welsh home builder business, Davies Homes, based in Pontypridd, which organises a charity challenge every year - this year supporting NSPCC Cymru/Wales.

Work colleagues from the valleys have taken on a sky-high fundraising challenge for the NSPCC to help raise money for the children’s charity’s work preventing child abuse. The group of seven work f…

27/10/2021

Seven north Wales community projects have been awarded a share of over £568,000 in funding by the Welsh Government.

The Community Facilities Programme funds well-used amenities to improve sustainability, providing opportunities for local people as part of their day-to-day lives.

Seven north Wales community projects have been awarded a share of over £568,000 in funding by the Welsh Government. The Community Facilities Programme funds well-used amenities to improve sustainab…

27/10/2021

A maternity unit coordinator from Hywel Dda University Health Board voiced how she turned to music to make herself and others feel better through COVID-19.

Victoria Evans, who works at Glangwili Hospital expresses how singing helped her through the uncertainty of the pandemic on the health board’s new podcast series.

A maternity unit coordinator from Hywel Dda University Health Board voiced how she turned to music to make herself and others feel better through COVID-19. Victoria Evans, who works at Glangwili Ho…

27/10/2021

Caerphilly County Borough Council's Cabinet has today (Wednesday 27 October) approved a Local Housing Strategy, setting out its strategic priorities for the next five years.

The Local Housing Strategy provides a framework for the council and its partners to tackle a range of housing needs including homelessness, housing disrepair, a lack of suitable accommodation etc.,

Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Cabinet has today (Wednesday 27 October) approved a Local Housing Strategy, setting out its strategic priorities for the next five years. The Local Housing…

27/10/2021

A package of investment has been secured to revitalise Aberystwyth’s sea front area and boost Ceredigion’s local economy during the budget announcement today.

Ceredigion County Council welcomes the announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer during the UK Government’s budget today (27 October 2021) as it was confirmed that Ceredigion will be awarded with an investment for the Old College and

A package of investment has been secured to revitalise Aberystwyth’s sea front area and boost Ceredigion’s local economy during the budget announcement today. Ceredigion County Council welcomes the…

27/10/2021

Due to increased cases of Covid-19 in hospital and the community, the decision has been made to temporarily suspend visiting to all hospitals with immediate effect.

Visiting will only be permitted with prior arrangement in extenuating circumstances, such as end of life and critical visits.

Due to increased cases of Covid-19 in hospital and the community, the decision has been made to temporarily suspend visiting to all hospitals with immediate effect. Visiting will only be permitted …

27/10/2021

AT 9PM on Tuesday evening (Oct 26), students from Aberystwyth University took to the streets in protest over the increase in spiking and drugging in nightclubs in Aberystwyth and across the UK.

The march began outside the popular nightclub Pier Pressure before proceeding to numerous other pubs throughout the town.

Approximately 50 to 60 people turned up for the event.

AT 9PM on Tuesday evening (Oct 26), students from Aberystwyth University took to the streets in protest over the increase in spiking and drugging in nightclubs in Aberystwyth and across the UK. Th…

27/10/2021

Twenty-four community projects across Wales have been awarded a share of over £1.78m in funding by the Welsh Government.

The Community Facilities Programme funds well-used amenities to improve sustainability, providing opportunities for local people as part of their day-to-day lives.

Twenty-four community projects across Wales have been awarded a share of over £1.78m in funding by the Welsh Government. The Community Facilities Programme funds well-used amenities to improve sust…

27/10/2021

Mudiad Meithrin believes in celebrating the contribution of children, their families, and staff to our work throughout the year.

This October – during Black History Month – we present a newsletter to showcase the work of Black individuals to the work of Mudiad Meithrin as well as discussing our relevant work as an organisation working to become anti-racist.

Mudiad Meithrin believes in celebrating the contribution of children, their families, and staff to our work throughout the year. This October – during Black History Month – we present a newsletter …

27/10/2021

Police and Crime Commissioner for the Dyfed-Powys area, Dafydd Llywelyn, has launched a public consultation on policing priorities and police funding, giving the public the opportunity to influence vital policing decisions.

Police and Crime Commissioner for the Dyfed-Powys area, Dafydd Llywelyn, has launched a public consultation on policing priorities and police funding, giving the public the opportunity to influence…

27/10/2021

New collaborative research from Swansea University and the University of Aberdeen has identified potential protective effects in breast milk and amniotic fluid against SARS-CoV-2.

Funded by the EPSRC Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) at Swansea University and the Welsh Government Sêr Cymru III Tackling COVID-19 initiative, the study was published in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology.

New collaborative research from Swansea University and the University of Aberdeen has identified potential protective effects in breast milk and amniotic fluid against SARS-CoV-2. Funded by the EPS…

26/10/2021

From the UK's first carbon-neutral potatoes to plant-based desserts and alcohol free botanic drinks, Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced more than 200 new food and drink products will be showcased by Welsh businesses at BlasCymru/TasteWales, which returns today.

From the UK’s first carbon-neutral potatoes to plant-based desserts and alcohol free botanic drinks, Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced more than 200 new food and drink pro…

26/10/2021

New data showing the true extent of Wales' coal tip challenge has been published today as the First Minister of Wales makes a fresh call for the UK Government to invest in coal tip safety and 'help communities who have already given so much'.

New data showing the true extent of Wales’ coal tip challenge has been published today as the First Minister of Wales makes a fresh call for the UK Government to invest in coal tip saf…

26/10/2021

Wales' only female political party leader has spoken out on recent concerns over spiking, calling on legislation to be passed to provide greater protection to those at risk.

The calls come after concern continues to grow over a significant rise in the number of people reporting being spiked, including so-called 'injection spiking', where a victim is injected with drugs against their will.

Wales’ only female political party leader has spoken out on recent concerns over spiking, calling on legislation to be passed to provide greater protection to those at risk. The calls come af…

26/10/2021

A North Wales-based electronics distributor has pushed turnover to record levels by implementing a new strategy developed with the input of fellow business leaders.

Phil, 67, and Tom Kneale, 34, run Graphtec GB, which distributes computer controlled cutting equipment from Wrexham, increased sales past £4m for the first time, up from £3.2m.

A North Wales-based electronics distributor has pushed turnover to record levels by implementing a new strategy developed with the input of fellow business leaders. Phil, 67, and Tom Kneale, 34, ru…

26/10/2021

The first phase in a complete overhaul of training at a specialist home care facility has been completed, aiming to help incoming staff pick up the tools needed to hit the ground running and expanding the specialised knowledge of senior figures.

The first phase in a complete overhaul of training at a specialist home care facility has been completed, aiming to help incoming staff pick up the tools needed to hit the ground running and expand…

26/10/2021

RESPECT, protect, and enjoy. That's the message from Dyfed-Powys Police as officers urge people to celebrate Halloween safely.

The force has launched Operation Bang 2021, asking people to think differently about the way they mark Halloween this year.

RESPECT, protect, and enjoy. That’s the message from Dyfed-Powys Police as officers urge people to celebrate Halloween safely. The force has launched Operation Bang 2021, asking people to thi…

26/10/2021

Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred at approximately 1.05pm on Sunday 17th October 2021, on the B4310 Drefach to Porthyrhyd road.

A silver Ford Kuga and a Yamaha motorcycle were the vehicles involved in the collision. Sadly, 60-year-old Ieuan Evans, who was riding the motorcycle involved, died at the scene.

Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred at approximately 1.05pm on Sunday 17th October 2021, on the B4310 Drefach to Porthyrhyd road. A silver Ford K…

25/10/2021

Plans to create two new theatres, including a dedicated major trauma theatre, at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff have been approved by the Health Minister.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking up to £33.54m for new hybrid and major trauma theatres and recovery areas in a specialist new-build facility at the hospital.

Plans to create two new theatres, including a dedicated major trauma theatre, at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff have been approved by the Health Minister. Cardiff and Vale University H…

25/10/2021

The Coronavirus control measures in place at Ceredigion's Household Waste Sites have been under continual review since the sites reopened in summer 2020.

The latest review, which takes into account the reduced use of the sites over the winter period, has resulted in some changes which will take effect on 1 November 2021.

The Coronavirus control measures in place at Ceredigion’s Household Waste Sites have been under continual review since the sites reopened in summer 2020. The latest review, which takes into a…

25/10/2021

Llanelli's annual Christmas carnival is back, with a weekend of festive celebrations.

This year the town's Christmas carnival capers will be a two-day event which will launch on Friday, November 19.

The carnival procession will leave Festival Fields, Pwll, at 6.15pm, taking its usual route and will arrive in town shortly after the Christmas lights switch-on at 6.45pm.

Llanelli’s annual Christmas carnival is back, with a weekend of festive celebrations. This year the town’s Christmas carnival capers will be a two-day event which will launch on Friday,…

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