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In less than a month, new providers of children's homes, fostering services and secure accommodation will no longer be able to make a profit in Wales — making it the first nation in the UK to take this landmark step.

Over £740,000 of Welsh Government Tech Valleys funding will help inspire thousands more children across Southeast Wales to explore cyber security careers.

Moray Council has announced updated opening hours across its library network from 30 March 2026, supporting a more sustainable service for local communities.

Network Rail will be carrying out essential maintenance on the Essex Thameside line over several weekends in April and May 2026 to keep the railway safe, reliable, and comfortable for passengers.

Network Rail is strengthening its ability to respond quickly and safely to incidents across its East Midlands route thanks to the growing use of drones.

• Timelapse footage shows how engineers slid the Longhole viaduct into position – https://vimeo.com/1171760570/0eab367417?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
• B-roll footage shows the bridge in place over the Grand Union Canal - https://vimeo.com/1171761194/78b97148da?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
• Download images of the Longhole viaduct which crosses the Grand Union Canal and Ridgeway Lane in Ufton, Warwickshire – https://visual-library.hs2.org.uk/s/bjczb7q37tfg89fjmrggr54
• Works complete ahead of schedule, in time for the start of the canal boating season

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As National Empty Homes Week (9-15 March) begins, Forest of Dean District Council is highlighting the ongoing work to bring long‑term empty properties back into use and help increase the supply of much‑needed homes across the district. 

The major refurbishment of Whitley Wood Pavilion by the Council is now complete, creating a high‑quality home for local sport and neighbourhood activities for many years to come.

The railway between Newport and Cardiff Central will close from late on Friday 20 March, and remain closed throughout the weekend, while Network Rail completes vital upgrades to the South Wales Main Line, with buses replacing trains.

Important details released for May 7 election including Monday 20 April deadline for registering to vote

Thousands of tonnes of perfectly good food are being thrown away in West Oxfordshire every year, much of it unopened, untouched and still safe to eat.

A £1.1 million research project has been launched to better understand and reduce the use of restrictive practices in the care of children and young people with eating disorders across NHS settings in England.

New research from LNER reveals that Dundee, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Lincoln are among the most inspiring destinations for a spring day out by train.

• EMR services to and from London St Pancras are expected to be extremely busy this Sunday due to engineering works on the East Coast Main Line.
• Customers who would normally travel with LNER are being strongly advised to follow the alternative arrangements, rather than travelling via EMR services.
• Customers should carefully consider any Intercity journeys over this weekend and understand that EMR's normal experience will look and feel very different - despite strong preparations.

The Harley Street Business Improvement District brought members of its business community together for its annual International Women’s Day breakfast, held this year at the Energy Institute

Owners of traditional properties in the Forres Conservation Area are being invited to register their interest in a funded Building Health Check survey as part of the Forres Conservation and Heritage Scheme (FCHS).

Welsh businesses, universities and colleges can now access new opportunities in the growing defence sector through Wales Regional Defence and Security Cluster, which was launched today (9 March).

University of Edinburgh spin-out BIOCAPTIVA has raised £1.58 million in a new funding round and launched its first product in the US.

• Four existing sites chosen as new Family Hubs, bringing a range of services together under one roof
• Part of the Government's Best Start in Life strategy
• Sites open on Thursday 19 March, with services available Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm