Freedom of Information request shows Newport primary schools oversubscribed by 70%
MORE than 70% of Newport’s primary schools are oversubscribed, according to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request. Pillgwenlly Primary school…
Author: Rhiannon James
Council ‘can’t survive’ without agency staff
Newport City Council “can’t survive” without agency staff, a senior council officer has admitted. Competition from the private sector and…
Food-bank appeals for donations as cost-of-living crisis puts pressure on demand
A FOOD bank in Lliswerry is appealing for donations as the cost-of-living crisis doubles its demand. Raven House Trust, which…
Bassaleg residents rejoce as Newport Council backtrack on mature tree felling plans
RESIDENTS of Bassaleg are rejoicing as Newport City Council backtracks on its plans to cut down mature trees. Seven trees…
Former children’s home could house children seeking asylum in Newport City
A former children’s home could be used to house children seeking asylum, Newport City Council has confirmed. Cambridge House, on…
Proposed asylum seeker hostel raises concerns with residents and councillors of Newport City
A planning application for an asylum seeker hostel has been refused by Newport City Council, due to the possible “adverse…
Councillor Trevor Watkins to replace Martyn Kellaway as Newport Mayor
The next Mayor of Newport has said he wants to focus on a charity supporting those with Motor Neurone Disease…
Vacant pub set to be replaced with affordable homes
A vacant pub which is a “magnet” for anti-social behaviour and fly-tipping is to be demolished and replaced with affordable…
Newport City councillors support proposal to bring back ward meetings
Newport City councillors have supported a proposal to bring back ward meetings to better engage residents with local government issues.…
Carers and parents “heartbroken” over proposal to cut services at care home for children with learning difficulties in Newport
Carers and parents have said they are “heartbroken” as Newport City Council proposes to cut services at a care home…