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'The budget also invests in our young people', says Newport MS

'The budget also invests in our young people', says Newport MS

The Welsh Labour Government’s final budget for the coming year was approved by the Senedd at the start of March. The £1.6 billion of extra funding...

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MP shares concerns over the Safe Hands investigation

MP shares concerns over the Safe Hands investigation

When Safe Hands funeral plans collapsed in March 2022 over 46,000 people were left more than £70m out of pocket. I looked into this on behalf of...

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Elizabeth Birt

Controversial MAFS Australia couple from 2024 announce split after 'wild ride'

Controversial MAFS Australia couple from 2024 announce split after 'wild ride'

One of Married at First Sight (MAFS) Australia's most controversial couples has announced the end of their romantic relationship. Jack and Tori...

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Patrick Glover

Call the Midwife legend surprises fans after landing new role on EastEnders

Call the Midwife legend surprises fans after landing new role on EastEnders

A popular Call the Midwife star has landed a new role on EastEnders, leaving fans of both shows stunned. Leonie Elliott, who starred as Nurse...

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Andrew Smart

Australian comedy series Austin to air on BBC this week - cast list and how to watch

Australian comedy series Austin to air on BBC this week - cast list and how to watch

An Australian comedy drama series titled Austin is coming to the BBC this week. The series stars Death in Paradise star Ben Miller and Miranda’s...

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Katie Collier

Beatles fans unconvinced by 'awful' casting for 'binge-able' biopics

Beatles fans unconvinced by 'awful' casting for 'binge-able' biopics

Sony Pictures has announced the cast for its four new Beatles biopics with an April 2028 release date. Paul Mescal will play Sir Paul McCartney...

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Katie Collier

Alan Carr reveals 'heart-wrenching' moment during filming of new BBC series

Alan Carr reveals 'heart-wrenching' moment during filming of new BBC series

Alan Carr has spoken about how the sixth series of BBC’s Interior Design Masters led to a “heart-wrenching” moment for him. The 48-year-old...

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Clare Butler

Hit Netflix show Adolescence to be available in all UK secondary schools

Hit Netflix show Adolescence to be available in all UK secondary schools

The hit Netflix show Adolesence is to be made available in all UK secondary schools through Film . The harrowing programme follows the story of a...

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Andrew Smart

Leisure centre to host 'special' AR sports event over Easter

Leisure centre to host 'special' AR sports event over Easter

A leisure centre is hosting a 'special' augmented reality (AR) sports event on Easter Sunday. Newbridge Leisure Centre has announced the HADO...

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Elizabeth Birt

Gavin and Stacey star honoured at St David Awards

Gavin and Stacey star honoured at St David Awards

GAVIN and Stacey star Ruth Jones has been honoured at the St David Awards. The actress, best known for her role as Nessa in the hit series, was...

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Nathan Russell

Newport Culture Strategy aims to make city a cultural destination

Newport Culture Strategy aims to make city a cultural destination

A new strategy to harness Newport's creative potential has now been launched. The Newport Culture Strategy: Empowering Culture, Transforming...

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Elizabeth Birt

Gogglebox fans issue same complaint as they reveal 'we've stopped watching'

Gogglebox fans issue same complaint as they reveal 'we've stopped watching'

Gogglebox fans have issued a major complaint about the Channel 4 show, with some revealing they have "stopped watching" as a result. A new series...

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Patrick Glover

Appeal after £5,000 worth of items 'stolen' from charity

Appeal after £5,000 worth of items 'stolen' from charity

An appeal has been made for litter-picking equipment after a Newport charity was allegedly targeted by thieves. Pride in Pill, a volunteer group...

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Elizabeth Birt

BBC launches 'biggest ever' public engagement exercise

BBC launches 'biggest ever' public engagement exercise

The BBC has launched its biggest-ever public engagement exercise. From March 27, BBC account holders across the UK will receive an online...

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Elizabeth Birt

Holly Willoughby breaks silence as ITV axe Dancing on Ice after 19 years

Holly Willoughby breaks silence as ITV axe Dancing on Ice after 19 years

Holly Willoughby has said it was “an absolute privilege” to host Dancing On Ice and added that she will miss the show “hugely”. An ITV spokesperson...

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Emilia Kettle

First Minister responds to UK Government's spring statement

First Minister responds to UK Government's spring statement

The First Minister of Wales has responded to the UK Government's spring statement. Eluned Morgan said: "The spring statement confirms the £1.6bn...

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Elizabeth Birt

Newport MS meets Cymru Women's head coach at Senedd

Newport MS meets Cymru Women's head coach at Senedd

The Cymru Women's head coach met Newport East MS John Griffiths. The meeting took place in the Senedd ahead of the European Football Championships...

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Elizabeth Birt

Senedd member hits out at MP after winter fuel payments cut

Senedd member hits out at MP after winter fuel payments cut

A Senedd member has criticised Monmouthshire's MP for voting to cut winter fuel payments. Laura Anne Jones has called on Catherine Fookes to 'show...

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Elizabeth Birt

First ever free music festival to take over city centre this weekend

First ever free music festival to take over city centre this weekend

The first-ever free music festival is set to take place in Newport this weekend.  The Newport Music Trail will take over the city on Friday, March...

28.03.2025 2

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Sallie Phillips

Councillors reject call to back ‘Zane’s Law’ on contaminated land in Gwent

Councillors reject call to back ‘Zane’s Law’ on contaminated land in Gwent

A Caerphilly Council committee has dismissed a call to back ‘Zane’s Law’, a campaign aimed at tightening rules around contaminated land. Plaid...

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Dancing on Ice to be 'rested' with 'no plans of another series' ITV reveals

Dancing on Ice to be 'rested' with 'no plans of another series' ITV reveals

Dancing on Ice has been axed after 17 seasons, ITV has been revealed. The decision comes after ratings numbers "dwindled" in 2025, according to The...

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Patrick Glover