Rural communities placed at the heart of Welsh Government
Wednesday 22 Jul 2026

Rural communities placed at the heart of Welsh Government


  • White Paper published on issues and challenges facing rural Wales, action on climate change, sustainability and environmental protections. 
  • Around one in three people in Wales live in rural areas facing higher costs, lower pay and unequal access to services 
  • Proposals are designed to support thriving rural communities, businesses and public services  
Welsh Government News
Digital health EU funding scheme open for Welsh applications
Wednesday 22 Jul 2026

Digital health EU funding scheme open for Welsh applications


Welsh companies and organisations will be able to access R&D funding as Wales becomes a regional partner with a major EU scheme, the Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price, has announced.

Welsh Government News
More than 2,000 enjoy Dudley Pride celebrations
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

More than 2,000 enjoy Dudley Pride celebrations


Vibrant colour, music and celebration filled Stone Street Square on Saturday (July 18) as around 2,500 people throughout the day enjoyed Dudley Pride.

Dudley Council News
Pembrokeshire County Council launches consultation on Community Council electoral arrangements
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Pembrokeshire County Council launches consultation on Community Council electoral arrangements


Pembrokeshire County Council is inviting residents, organisations and other interested parties to have their say on proposed changes to the electoral arrangements of a number of Community Councils across the county.

PembrokeshireCC News
E.ON Next confirms it will pass on savings from VAT cut to customers
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

E.ON Next confirms it will pass on savings from VAT cut to customers


Following the Government’s decision to remove VAT from electricity bills from 1 October, E.ON Next has confirmed it will pass on every penny of savings to its customers.

E.ON News
Service changes as Anglia soil dries out in the heat
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Service changes as Anglia soil dries out in the heat


From Monday 3 August, there will be timetable changes on the line to and from King’s Lynn, and extra late night engineering works on other Anglia routes, as track is again affected by hot weather and sustained low rainfall.

Network Rail Media Centre
USAA Joins Alamo Revitalization Plan in Support of Military City USA
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

USAA Joins Alamo Revitalization Plan in Support of Military City USA


Partnership honors San Antonio’s military community and underscores USAA’s enduring commitment to the economic development of its hometown

USAA News
Allied Universal Appoints Melissa Butler Vice President of Communications
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Allied Universal Appoints Melissa Butler Vice President of Communications


Allied Universal News
GWR launches £49 Family Day Out ticket as ‘railcations’ surge this summer
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

GWR launches £49 Family Day Out ticket as ‘railcations’ surge this summer


New fixed-price ticket follows sharp rise in bookings for cities, coastal resorts and destinations

GWR News
'Inspirational' youngsters hailed for 'incredible' strengths and talents at inaugural awards.
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

'Inspirational' youngsters hailed for 'incredible' strengths and talents at inaugural awards.


Scores of 'exceptional' youngsters have notched up accolades at Lancashire's inaugural education awards.

Lancashire County Council News
HS2 completes major A43 works during twin weekend closures
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

HS2 completes major A43 works during twin weekend closures


  • Download new photos showing the site near Brackley, Northamptonshire, where HS2 engineers have realigned the A43 across a new bridge 
  • The bridge is being delivered using a top-down construction method, with the structure built at ground level, before the earth is excavated to create space for the trains to pass underneath. 
  • Northbound carriageway was closed and realigned on 11-12th July followed by the southbound carriageway on 18-19th July. The multi-stage approach was designed to reduce disruption for drivers and avoid the British Grand Prix. 
HS2 News and Information
Andi Oliver reflects on finding her roots, travelling solo and the journeys that shaped her life on Routes with Jenni Falconer
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Andi Oliver reflects on finding her roots, travelling solo and the journeys that shaped her life on Routes with Jenni Falconer


Chef, broadcaster and author Andi Oliver joins Jenni Falconer for the latest episode of Routes, the podcast from LNER, where she reflects on the journeys that have defined her life, from growing up in Cyprus and discovering her family roots in Antigua, to the solo adventures that transformed her outlook on life.

LNER News
Meet the purrfect companions who are supporting older people
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Meet the purrfect companions who are supporting older people


Misty, Phyllis and Ginge are proving popular additions to Leyland day centre with staff crediting them with helping reduce anxiety and improving the wellbeing of people who visit.

Lancashire County Council News
First Bus plays its part in powering the Commonwealth Games organising team
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

First Bus plays its part in powering the Commonwealth Games organising team


First Bus will be helping to power the 2026 Commonwealth Games team when the action gets underway in Glasgow this week.

First Bus UK News
Expert shares 7 travel insurance tricks most Brits don't know - including one that could mean you're already covered
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Expert shares 7 travel insurance tricks most Brits don't know - including one that could mean you're already covered


Millions of Brits could be wasting up to £55 per year on annual travel insurance they already have, new research from Go.Compare reveals.[1] 

For those purchasing worldwide travel insurance, this rises to £96 per year in avoidable costs - enough to cover eight months of Disney+ Standard, or seven months of Spotify Premium.[1][2][3] 

GoCompare News
Great Escapes podcast returns with a fresh take on the British staycation
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Great Escapes podcast returns with a fresh take on the British staycation


Great Escapes – the travel-comedy podcast sponsored by Great Western Railway – is back, with comedians Isy Suttie and Dan Skinner uncovering unforgettable staycation experiences across the South West and Wales.

GWR News
Inspiring the next generation of girls with a love of sport
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Inspiring the next generation of girls with a love of sport


More than 70 girls from Ysgol Bro Gwaun and Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi enjoyed a morning packed with sport and fun at Fishguard Leisure Centre on Monday 6 July.

PembrokeshireCC News
E.ON UK responds to VAT cut on energy bills to ease cost of living
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

E.ON UK responds to VAT cut on energy bills to ease cost of living


Responding to Prime Minister Andy Burnham's announcement on cutting VAT on electricity bills, CEO of E.ON UK Chris Norbury says:

E.ON News
New road closures at major Leeds park to prevent damage to grounds
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

New road closures at major Leeds park to prevent damage to grounds


Road closures will be introduced at Temple Newsam estate starting Thursday 23 July to combat nuisance driving and anti-social behaviour.

Leeds City Council News
From farm to fork: Wales announces plan to transform the nation's food
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

From farm to fork: Wales announces plan to transform the nation's food


  • New strategy to cover the entire food system from farm to fork 
  • Expert group being established to shape the future of Welsh food 
  • Industry champion appointed to lead stakeholder engagement 
Welsh Government News
Rail industry launches pilot to transform passenger information during disruption
Tuesday 21 Jul 2026

Rail industry launches pilot to transform passenger information during disruption


Millions of rail passengers are set to benefit from new technology designed to deliver clearer, real-time information during disruption, as the system launches on some of Scotland’s busiest rail routes for the first time.

Network Rail Media Centre