Free tennis weekends coming to Caerphilly parks
Residents are being invited to pick up a racket and enjoy free tennis sessions at five park sites across Caerphilly county borough this September. Barclays Big Tennis Weekends offer people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to try tennis for the first time, rediscover the sport or enjoy playing with family and friends. Each…
Tŷ Darran community blooming with new gardening project
Community is blooming at Tŷ Darran, with the launch of a new gardening project. Tŷ Darran, a flagship later living scheme in Risca, was officially opened by Caerphilly County Borough Council in March 2026; with residents moving into their new homes soon after. The Council’s Caerphilly Homes team worked with SCAPE, a public sector framework…
Money on your mind? The HMRC app has it covered
More than 56% of people say they weren’t prepared for life’s financial milestones with one in four admitting they lack basic knowledge about money matters but are too embarrassed to ask, according to new research. A recent HMRC survey into customers’ online habits revealed that while the majority wished they’d learnt about big financial moments…
Rhondda man jailed for multiple drugs offences
Christopher Hallett, 32 from Porth was sentenced to two years in prison following his conviction. The sentencing took place at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday September 1 where Hallett pleaded guilty to one count of being concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class b – cannabis, one count of possession with intent…
Recent developments and social public works clauses for Welsh construction contracts over £2m
Welsh public bodies and contractors entering into construction or outsourcing contracts with Welsh Government and Welsh public bodies need to be aware of the new socially responsible reporting duties, the new model clauses for works contracts over £2m and the public services outsourcing and workforce code, write Kate Howell and Jan Cumming. Background Y Deddf…
Questions over Welsh Gender Service must be answered
Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister Natasha Asghar MS has welcomed the decision to pause surgical referrals and scheduled gender-affirming surgery through the Welsh Gender Service while an independent clinical review takes place. Natasha has been raising concerns about the Welsh Gender Service and has previously called for an independent inquiry into its practices and leadership, following…
New SoNaRR 2025 webinar series launches this September
The above photograph shows tarmac waste washed into the Cwmbach Community Wetlands the Walsh Regulator responsible Natural Resources Wales, refuses to investigate The connection between tarmac (asphalt) and the SoNaRR 2025: Freshwater report published by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) centres on urban runoff, water quality degradation, and drainage system pressures. While “tarmac waste” can refer…
One in six people with a legal problem consult AI for advice: research
What is thought to be the first large-scale look at the public use of AI chatbots has revealed that around a sixth of people who have faced a legal issue over the past year have used an AI chatbot for help, advice, or information. The study, conducted by charity JUSTICE and the Administrative Fairness Lab,…
New Girlguiding Rainbows unit set to open in Aberdare this September
A brand-new Girlguiding Rainbows unit is launching in Aberdare this September, offering local girls aged 4 to 7 the chance to make friends, build confidence and take part in a programme of games, creativity and adventure. The new unit will meet on Wednesday evenings at [VENUE NAME], starting at [TIME], with sessions open to girls…
Croesbychan Road bridge reopens in Llwydcoed – but questions remain over upper valleys spending
The section of Croesbychan Road in Llwydcoed has reopened following the completion of repair works to the bridge that carries the road. The summer scheme to future-proof the structure involved concrete repairs to the underside of the bridge deck, work to the topside of the deck, and waterproofing. Once the main works were finished, the…