Politics

The minister said the new route, planned to run east of the existing Britannia Bridge, could cost around £670 million.

Ceredigion Council’s U1516 closure adds 20 miles to journeys, extending travel times by up to 40 minutes for motorists and locals.

Llinos Medi urges the Chancellor to halve VAT on hair and beauty services, citing threats to apprenticeships and rising self‑employment in salons.

Ynysddu councillors urge Caerphilly Council to test a lay‑by near Ty Llwyd quarry after a documentary revealed PCB levels 140 times above background.

Spain’s socialist government called a snap election after Junts per Catalunya rejected two housing reforms, a move likened to the SNP’s 1979 vote that toppled James Callaghan.

From April, Powys will charge up to 300 % council tax on homes empty for ten years, aiming to curb vacancy and ease the housing shortage.

Torfaen Council examines a proposal for ball‑stop fencing and netting around the £2m 3G pitch at Abersychan Comprehensive, with public comments due by 22 Oct.

Britain reaffirms pressure on Moscow after US president announces a multi‑million tonne diesel purchase, condemning the move amid Ukraine war.

Owner of Dan‑yr‑Ogof caravan site makes it adults‑only, citing enforcement worries about the new tourism tax.

Carmarthenshire council orders a rare‑animal enthusiast to vacate his cabin and remove exotic species following a upheld enforcement notice.