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Family farms to pass down property up to £5 million without tax under new plans

Family farms will be able to pass on up to £5 million of agricultural property tax-free under new government plans. Catherine Fookes, MP for...

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MPs lead distribution of 50 Christmas hampers to families in need

MPs lead distribution of 50 Christmas hampers to families in need

Dozens of families in need will receive festive hampers to help them celebrate Christmas. The scheme took place in the Upper Rhymney Valley as part...

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PM refuses to change plans that would see farmers 'expedite their own deaths'

PM refuses to change plans that would see farmers 'expedite their own deaths'

There are farmers planning to expedite their own deaths to ensure farms can survive for their children, yet the PM says he will “carry on...

21.12.2025 4

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Children perform across Wales to celebrate Christmas backed by National Music Service

Children perform across Wales to celebrate Christmas backed by National Music Service

Children and young people across Wales have been performing in schools, concert halls and even supermarkets, spreading seasonal cheer through music...

21.12.2025 4

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Westminster to debate Owain’s Law on brain tumour tissue storage

Westminster to debate Owain’s Law on brain tumour tissue storage

A debate around cancer tissue freezing is set to be held at Westminster. Chris Evans, MP for Caerphilly, has secured the session in Parliament,...

21.12.2025 7

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New laws could harm growth in Wales, Monmouth MS says

New laws could harm growth in Wales, Monmouth MS says

Concerns over UK employment legislation have sparked fresh debate in Cardiff Bay. Monmouth MS Peter Fox has criticised the UK government’s...

19.12.2025 4

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MP backs campaign for new Owain's Law after man died from brain tumour

MP backs campaign for new Owain's Law after man died from brain tumour

A campaign for a new law requiring NHS hospitals to freeze and preserve suitable brain tumour tissue correctly and ensure the tissue remains the...

17.12.2025 4

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'New' disqualification order for Senedd candidates now in effect

'New' disqualification order for Senedd candidates now in effect

A revised disqualification order for Senedd candidates is now in effect. The Privy Council approved the Senedd Cymru (Disqualification) Order 2025...

17.12.2025 3

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Dani Johnson pens children's book about rescued goat

Dani Johnson pens children's book about rescued goat

A children’s book about a rescued goat is helping young readers explore themes of self-worth and acceptance. Bitzy the Goat Finds Her Feet,...

17.12.2025 3

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Panel discussion planned on Welsh health and care ahead of May Senedd elections

Panel discussion planned on Welsh health and care ahead of May Senedd elections

The Bevan Commission is to host a cross-party discussion ahead of the May 2026 Senedd elections to enable people in Wales to pose questions to party...

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Claim Wales' local growth fund 'carved up' without Welsh Government's knowledge

Claim Wales' local growth fund 'carved up' without Welsh Government's knowledge

Part of Wales' expected local growth fund allocation has been redirected to finance the UK government's Pride in Place scheme, Plaid Cymru claim. ...

14.12.2025 10

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MP's book about WW1 Football Battalion among shortlist for awards

MP's book about WW1 Football Battalion among shortlist for awards

An MP's book about footballers in the First World War has been shortlisted by the Westminster Book Awards. The book by Caerphilly MP Chris Evans -...

14.12.2025 4

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Wales' first romance bookshop opens in this city

Wales' first romance bookshop opens in this city

Wales' has its first first romance bookshop after Love Stories Bookshop opened its doors on December 13. The shop is based at Castle Arcade,...

14.12.2025 4

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Royal Ballet's Christmas show to be screened in Chepstow

Royal Ballet's Christmas show to be screened in Chepstow

The Royal Ballet's production of festive favourite The Nutcracker is being screened in Chepstow. The performance will be broadcast at The Drill Hall...

13.12.2025 2

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Cautious optimism over Senedd's approval of bill to change bus services

Cautious optimism over Senedd's approval of bill to change bus services

Passenger champion, Bus Users UK, has given a cautiously optimistic response to the Bus Services (Wales) Bill as it moves a step closer to becoming...

13.12.2025 3

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Choirs to perform at Newport Cathedral this month

Choirs to perform at Newport Cathedral this month

Newport Cathedral is to host two choirs in a festive concert on Tuesday (December 16). The event will take place at Newport Cathedral, featuring...

12.12.2025 10

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Plaid Cymru blamed for having 'saved' Labour after striking £300m deal

Plaid Cymru blamed for having 'saved' Labour after striking £300m deal

Reform UK says Plaid Cymru has "saved" Welsh Labour after they struck a £300 million deal to pass next year's £27 billion budget. The agreement,...

12.12.2025 10

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'Lives are being saved' - Work during 16 Days of Activism praised

'Lives are being saved' - Work during 16 Days of Activism praised

Cyfannol Women’s Aid has been praised for its vital support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds met with...

11.12.2025 3

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'Support our small businesses' says Reform UK MS

'Support our small businesses' says Reform UK MS

As communities marked Small Business Saturday, Laura Anne Jones, MS for South Wales East, praised the businesses which are the heart of communities...

11.12.2025 3

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UK government 'ignoring' Senedd by bypassing devolved powers - YesCymru

UK government 'ignoring' Senedd by bypassing devolved powers - YesCymru

A pro-Welsh independence group has voiced its concern over the UK government's perceived interference in Wales. YesCymru's response followed...

08.12.2025 3

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Youth dance company putting call out for new members

Youth dance company putting call out for new members

National Youth Dance Wales is calling on young dancers to step into the spotlight. Dancers can train, create, and perform by auditioning to be part...

07.12.2025 6

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Author releases new children's book to inspire kids to embrace differences

Author releases new children's book to inspire kids to embrace differences

A Gwent author has released a new book inspiring children to embrace their differences. Gavin Clifton, of Pentwynmawr, near Newbridge,  who has...

07.12.2025 10

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Senedd passes regulations that are 'historic for the Welsh environment'

Regulations securing Wales' climate commitments have been approved. The Senedd passed regulations to support climate initiatives and implement the...

05.12.2025 6

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MS celebrates reaching significant milestone with help of parkrun

A Gwent MS celebrated a significant milestone recently, finishing his 250th parkrun. Keen runner John Griffiths, MS for Newport East, completed the...

05.12.2025 3

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Newport meeting to plan campaigning for next year's Welsh elections

The Newport branch of Your Party will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the Pen & Wig on Stow Hill, Newport. Beth Winter, Your...

05.12.2025 10

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An Ozzy mural might be the first in Wales

A mural commemorating Ozzy Osbourne is underway in Abertillery, which might be the first in Wales. The project belongs to Kenny Kendrick, of...

04.12.2025 10

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Gwent school pupils encouraged to get stuck-in with democracy

Monmouthshire pupils have been encouraged to get involved with democracy as part of UK Parliament Week. Catherine Fookes, MP for Monmouthshire,...

04.12.2025 3

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New show exploring struggle and social history coming to South Wales town

A night of stories and songs exploring resilience and hope is coming to the stage. Blues Echoes, a new show by Welsh storyteller Phil Okwedy and...

03.12.2025 4

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Torfaen MP visits school for UK Parliament Week

Torfaen MP  Nick Thomas-Symonds  visited a school in his constituency as part of UK Parliament Week. Mr Thomas-Symonds visited Croesyceiliog...

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Charity Christmas single promising 'pure Christmas chaos' released

A charity Christmas single promising "pure Christmas chaos" has been released. Elf on the Shelf (The Silly Naughty Elf) is the latest release from...

30.11.2025 5

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MP launches petition to upgrade Gwent railway station

A petition has been launched calling on Network Rail to fund step-free access at a Monmouthshire railway station. Despite upgrades planned under the...

30.11.2025 10

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Riverfront's 2025/26 panto Rapunzel is launched after sold-out school performance

A sold-out schools performance saw the launched of the Riverfront Theatre's 2025/2026 pantomime, Rapunzel. This is the Newport venue's 20th annual...

30.11.2025 3

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'Vital' railway line in Wales facing 'astonishingly large amount of delays'

A politician has called for more investment to improve a railway line in Wales. Peter Fox, MS for Monmouth, wants the Welsh government to focus on...

29.11.2025 5

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'Brilliant news' - Chancellor pledges to invest in British Coal pension scheme

MP for Caerphilly Chris Evans has welcomed news that members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme will receive a pension boost. The...

29.11.2025 4

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Wrestling fans in for a treat with elimination match

South Wales wrestling fans are in for a treat with an elimination match. The match is set to take place at Caerphilly Leisure Centre on Sunday,...

28.11.2025 4

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Gethin Jones and Owain Wyn Evans to star in 2025 pantomime in Cardiff

Anticipation is mounting for the 2025 pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, being staged at the New Theatre Cardiff from December 6. Morning Live presenter...

27.11.2025 4

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Sex Pistols to headline show at Cardiff Castle

Sex Pistols, featuring Frank Carter, are set to headline a Cardiff show next summer. The punk band, with original members Steve Jones, Paul Cook,...

27.11.2025 6

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New stage adaptation of Agatha Christie classic is on in Cardiff

Following sell-out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express, Death On The Nile reunites celebrated director Lucy Bailey...

27.11.2025 3

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Plans to revive Wales' agricultural industry to be unveiled

Plans to revive Wales’ agricultural industry will be set out by the Welsh Conservatives at this year’s Royal Welsh Winter Fair. The plans...

26.11.2025 10

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Calls for action over worsening congestion in town

Fresh calls have been made for action to tackle growing traffic problems in Monmouthshire. Congestion in and around Chepstow has prompted renewed...

26.11.2025 4

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Welsh Conservatives to debate 'UK government's failure to deliver for Wales'

The Welsh Conservatives will initiate a Senedd debate on Labour's alleged failures on the day of the Autumn Budget. They believe the government...

23.11.2025 5

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Rock legend Neil Young heads to Wales for first time next summer

Rock legend Neil Young is set to headline a major show in Cardiff next summer. The globally acclaimed musician, along with his band, The Chrome...

23.11.2025 5

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Squeeze to perform at Utilita Arena on 'most ambitious UK tour'

Squeeze have unveiled plans for their most ambitious UK tour of their 50-plus year career, which will take in a stop at Cardiff's Utilita Arena. The...

23.11.2025 6

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'Breath of fresh air' to stand in upcoming council by-election

Plaid Cymru has announced its candidate for an upcoming council by-election in Caerphilly. Aneurin Minton will stand for the Penyrheol seat on...

21.11.2025 30

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New TV show looking for clutter bug housemates to secretly nominate

A new TV show is looking for people from Gwent to secretly nominate their housemates or family members in a bid to tackle clutter. The show aims to...

20.11.2025 3

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Katy Perry to perform at Cardiff Castle in 2026

Global pop star Katy Perry is set to perform at Cardiff Castle in 2026. She will headline the TK Maxx presents Depot Live event on Tuesday, June 30,...

18.11.2025 3

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Fiddler on the Roof is set to be staged in city this month

The first UK tour of the iconic musical Fiddler on the Roof is at the New Theatre, Cardiff from November 18 to 22.  The musical, which features...

15.11.2025 20

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New TV show looking for people to declutter homes in South Wales

A new TV show is looking for people in South Wales to help declutter homes. The series, from MultiStory Media, an ITV production label, aims to...

13.11.2025 5

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Report finds Wales' Fiscal Framework reforms are 'remarkable budgetary success'

A report has found Wales' Fiscal Framework reforms will provide nearly £1 billion extra funding next year. The Cardiff University study, "A Decade...

12.11.2025 6

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Two artists shortlisted for public art commission at national museum

Two Newport artists have been shortlisted for an important public art commission. Kate Verity and Andy O-Rourke have been recognised for their piece...

26.10.2025 10

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