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Senedd members agree motion to create a register for lobbyists
Calls for a new statutory lobbyists register have been backed in the Senedd. A motion, put forward by Reform UK’s Llŷr Powell, was…
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Senedd members walk out following contribution made by Reform MS
Comments made by a Reform MS led to a walkout in the Senedd during a debate on the Welsh Government’s international spending. A…
Keep readingWales’ new minister for culture and sport sets out priorities for the next Senedd term
Culture and sport “are not a nice to have – they are part of the solution to creating a healthier, more prosperous society”,…
Keep readingWales’ new minister for the constitution quizzed on government’s plans for further devolution and independence
Wales needs more say over justice, policing, and rail investment, the new constitution minister has said. Plaid Cymru’s Dafydd Trystan Davies faced questions…
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New Senedd committees confirmed – What are they and what are their responsibilities?
The new Senedd committees have been decided, meaning detailed scrutiny of the Welsh Government’s decisions can begin. The titles, remits, and which party…
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School Admissions 2027: Key dates for Torfaen families
Torfaen Council has published the key application dates for nursery, reception and secondary school admissions for children starting in 2027. Parents and carers…
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Former Wrexham and Swansea City player Lee Trundle signs for Cwmbran Town
49-year-old Lee Trundle has signed for Cwmbran Town FC after a long career where he built a cult following thanks to his skills…
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‘Early next year’ has passed: Lift at Cwmbran’s Morrisons still not repaired
Work to repair the lift in Morrisons car park in Cwmbran is due to start “soon” and be finished by the “autumn.” The…
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Railway bridge won’t be replaced or adapted this financial year
TORFAEN: Row over access improvements to railway bridge. v.1
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Cwmbran Tennis Club launches £15k appeal to resurface worn courts
Cwmbran Tennis Club has launched a crowdfunder to resurface three of its six courts so it can “handle the demand” from people wanting…
Keep readingFirst Minister questioned on housing, the Armed Forces, and Nation of Sanctuary plan in FMQs
Rhun ap Iorwerth fielded questions on housing shortages, the Armed Forces, and the Nation of Sanctuary as he returned for his third First…
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‘A special place’: Kevin McCormack looks back on a lifetime in sport from Coed Eva to Fratton Park
“Football is football because of people like Kev.” Those are the kind words of Peter Crouch, the England football international, about Cwmbran man…
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Saracen Rufftrax bike stolen from garden in Pontypool
Gwent Police are appealing for information after a bicycle was stolen from a garden. The theft took place in the early hours of…
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Ethics and standards annual report presented to Torfaen councillors
TORFAEN: Standards Committee chairman’s report. v.1
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Cwmbran walking football tournament raises money for Prostate Cancer UK
Organisers of a 12-hour walking football tournament in Cwmbran say they’ve beaten their fundraising target of £1,000 and hope to pass £2,000 by…
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New Cwmbran support group for friendship and advice
A new community support group has started meeting at the Carro Lounge in Cwmbran town centre, offering residents a place to make friends,…
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Cwmbran paddleboarders enjoy ‘once‑in‑a‑lifetime’ trip to Venice and Slovenia
A Cwmbran‑based paddleboard club has taken members on a “once in a lifetime” adventure to explore the famous canals of Venice – all…
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Torfaen Museum to receive extra £20,000 from council
Torfaen: A STRUGGLING museum is set to receive a vital one-off payment to safeguard some of its area’s most important historical treasures. v.1
Keep readingWales’ new Deputy First Minister faces questions for the first time in Plenary
Wales’ Deputy First Minister said transgender people “feel under siege” as she faced questions on gender identity guidance in schools and the implementation…
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Temporary classrooms at Torfaen school to be replaced
TEMPORARY classrooms built less than 20 years ago are to be demolished and replaced at a primary school. v.1
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