Audit Wales has published an updated Code of Audit Practice, setting out how audit and other functions of the Auditor General are to be exercised, including audits of local government bodies. Published on Thursday (9 July), the new code replaces the 2020 Code and takes into account the rise of artificial intelligence, legislative changes, and current resource…
Pontypridd has been shortlisted as one of the United Kingdom’s first ever Town of Culture candidates, putting the town’s rich heritage, creativity, and community spirit firmly in the spotlight. Pontypridd is one of the few towns across the United Kingdom which has been selected to progress to the next stage of the competition, with the…
Parc Penallta, Parc Cwm Darran, Brithdir Cemetery, Waunfawr Park and Cwmcarn Forest are proud to be flying Green Flag Awards after being named in the 2026 Green Flag Awards. Keep Wales Tidy announced today that a record 330 parks and green spaces across Wales have reached the high standards required to gain a coveted Green Flag for 2026. This includes 93 sites which…
Families across Caerphilly County Borough are invited to enjoy a summer of free outdoor fun as Family Play in the Park returns for its fifth consecutive year. Delivered in partnership between Caerphilly Play and the Early Years & Childcare Service, the project provides free opportunities for children and families to play, explore and connect in…
Every year, DVSA publishes its annual report and accounts. This gives the public, our customers and other interested parties a clear picture of how we have performed, including how we managed public money and whether we achieved our objectives for the 2025-2026 financial year. We have now published our annual report and accounts for 2025-26. Car…
Welsh Water is asking customers to help reduce water use after experiencing a prolonged period of high demand. The company has reported that water use is 17% higher than usual, with demand remaining elevated for much longer each day and into the night. Demand has hit 900 megalitres a day since June 21, more than…
Caerphilly County Borough Council is inviting Gypsy and Traveller households to take part in a survey to help inform its revised Gypsy and Traveller Accommodation Assessment (GTAA), which will be submitted to Welsh Government in April 2027. Results from the survey will help the Council better understand current and future accommodation needs, including any requirement…
An array of new Welsh food and drink businesses will feature on the Welsh Government’s Cywain Stand in the Food Hall at this year’s Royal Welsh Show (July 20th-23rd). From concept to counter, the Cywain Programme has provided the launch-pad for countless up-and-coming food and drink producers, eager to showcase their products to a broad audience. Four…
