Sweeping £5bn cuts to benefits will have a devastating impact on disabled people in Wales, Senedd members warned.
Two homes could be built on overgrown wasteland in Garndiffaith
TWO new homes could be built on an overgrown area of wasteland last used for housing in the 1960s beside a small terrace.
Torfaen Council asked to allow steel shutters to remain on shop
A COUNCIL is being asked to allow steel shutters fitted by traders fed up with continual attacks on their premises to remain in place.
Gwent grandfather awarded for making 132 blood donations
Grandfather Vaughan Smith had made an incredible 132 blood donations over the last 62 years. He lived in Cwmbran for 40 years but now lives in Newport.
How Cwmbran Businesses Are Creating Productive Workspaces
A well-designed office space influences more than just its appearance—it impacts productivity, wellbeing, and overall job satisfaction. Many Cwmbran businesses are rethinking their work environments to boost efficiency and create comfortable, inspiring spaces for their employees. From smart layouts to wellbeing-focused designs, local companies are embracing new approaches to office interiors. The Impact of Office […]
Pontypool Community Council complaint dismissed by the ombudsman
A COUNCIL’S complaint against its former chairman following a row over Facebook comments about Christmas trees has been dismissed by the ombudsman.
Senedd rejects Tory motion on national insurance hike
The Senedd rejected Conservative calls for the UK Government to compensate charities for the increasing cost of employer national insurance (NI) contributions from April.
Eye care services ‘woefully under-resourced’
Tens of thousands of people at the greatest risk of irreversible sight loss are languishing on waiting lists for too long, with services woefully under-resourced, a committee heard.
Torfaen Veterans Support Hub goes from ‘strength to strength’
“In here, a lot of them have been through the same thing so they do relax.”
Giving Hope Torfaen: £15,300 grant to help work with rough sleepers
A Torfaen-based charity that helps people sleeping rough has been awarded a £15,300 grant to support their work.