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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Newport County to face Weston-super-Mare in pre-season
The Exiles will head to the Optima Stadium on Tuesday, July 15 (kick-off 7.15pm) as new boss David Hughes continues to put his squad through their paces. Weston finished eighth in National League South last season and boast former County midfielder James Waite in their ranks. The 26-year-old from Sebastapol returned to the Seagulls last season after being released by the Rodney Parade club and featured 12 times after recovering from a serious injury suffered in August. County also loaned Josh Seberry to Weston but the Irish defender was listed by both clubs among their leavers. County won 4-0 at Weston in July, 2022 when Lewis Collins, Chanka Zimba, Harrison Bright and Matty Dolan scored goals for James Rowberry's side. It was 8-1 to the Exiles in both 2019 and 2016, when Mark Randall scored a sensational goal from his own half. County get their League Two campaign under way on the first weekend of August with the schedule announced at midday on Thursday, June 26. The EFL Trophy group stage draw follows on the same day at 2.30pm, then at 4.30pm the Exiles will learn their League Cup, round one opponents (tie in the week of August 11).
BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Newport arrange Weston-super-Mare friendly
Newport County will travel to play Weston-super-Mare in a pre-season friendly on Tuesday, 15 July as they prepare for next season's League Two game at the Optima Stadium is scheduled to start at 19:15 fixture will be open to supporters, giving fans an early chance to see David Hughes' side in action ahead of the new who finished eighth in the National League South last season, will provide a good early test for County as the Exiles build toward the opening weekend of the League Two last time the two sides met was in a pre-season friendly in 2022, where County won 4-0.
STV News
4 days ago
- Business
- STV News
College leaders from all four UK nations unite to call for more cash from PM
College leaders from Shetland to Somerset have come together to urge the Prime Minister to provide more cash for the sector in the UK Government's upcoming spending review. The first-of-its-kind letter has been sent to Sir Keir Starmer urging him to 'take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive'. It has been sent from the Association of Colleges, ColegauCymru/Colleges Wales, Colleges Scotland and the further education colleges in Northern Ireland. Also signed by college principals and chief executives from right across the UK – including by 21 principals from Scotland – the letter insists the sector has a 'vital role to play' in the UK Government's key missions, including national renewal and kickstarting economic growth. Making the plea ahead of the spending review on June 11, the leaders accepted that with education being devolved, UK Government spending decisions 'are only directly relevant to colleges across England'. But they added that 'investment focused on further education and skills in the spending review will be a powerful statement of intent' across all four nations of the UK. Money provided to devolved administrations via the Barnett formula – which distributes funds to the other nations of the UK – could also help provide them with 'the funding they need to resource colleges'. David Hughes, chief executive of the Association of Colleges, said: 'The decisions taken in the spending review will have a massive impact on the prospects of our young people and the opportunities adults will have to train and learn new skills. 'Investing in colleges is vital if the Government is serious about delivering on its missions – growth, opportunity, clean energy, a better NHS and safer streets.' Mr Hughes added: 'Colleges are the heartbeat of our communities, the foundation of our economy and the key to unlocking the potential of every individual and kickstarting the economy. 'I am proud that college leaders from across the four nations have united today to urge the Prime Minister to recognise this and take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive.' Dr Graeme Jackson, interim chief executive officer of Colleges Scotland, stressed the sector is 'vital to delivering economic growth and opportunity'. PA Media College leaders from all four nations of the UK have united to send the 'first of its kind' letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer He stated: 'Scotland's colleges are training talented people for key sectors which are important to the whole of the UK, including energy, construction and digital, helping to lift people out of poverty and supporting communities.' While he added 'most funding' for the sector in Scotland comes from the Scottish Government, Dr Jackson said: 'The Prime Minister must also back Scotland's colleges if UK-wide goals are to be met. 'With the right investment, colleges can do even more to build a stronger, fairer economy.' Mel Higgins, chairman of the College Principals' Group in Northern Ireland, highlighted their 'vital role in society, both in supporting economic growth and tackling social exclusion'. He added the 'agility' of colleges allows the sector to 'work effectively with employers and industry leaders to shape a skilled workforce that can meet their needs'. Stressing that investment in colleges would 'not only support young people in obtaining qualifications and skills, but will also support life-long learning', Mr Higgins stated: 'An investment in our further education colleges is an investment in our society as a whole.' ColegauCymru chairwoman Lisa Thomas said college leaders had sent a 'powerful joint statement' that 'reflects the strength of feeling right across the UK that investment in further education must be a top priority for the Prime Minister'. Adding that colleges in Wales are 'experiencing acute financial pressures', she told how 'additional, sustained investment is critical to enable colleges to deliver the skills needed for key industries, support our learners and for communities to prosper'. Ms Thomas said: 'We urge the UK Government to equip the devolved administrations with the funding they need to ensure colleges can play their full part in building a stronger, fairer, greener economy.' The UK Government has been contacted for comment. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
- Business
- North Wales Chronicle
College leaders from all four UK nations unite to call for more cash from PM
The first-of-its-kind letter has been sent to Sir Keir Starmer urging him to 'take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive'. It has been sent from the Association of Colleges, ColegauCymru/Colleges Wales, Colleges Scotland and the further education colleges in Northern Ireland. Also signed by college principals and chief executives from right across the UK – including by 21 principals from Scotland – the letter insists the sector has a 'vital role to play' in the UK Government's key missions, including national renewal and kickstarting economic growth. Making the plea ahead of the spending review on June 11, the leaders accepted that with education being devolved, UK Government spending decisions 'are only directly relevant to colleges across England'. But they added that 'investment focused on further education and skills in the spending review will be a powerful statement of intent' across all four nations of the UK. Money provided to devolved administrations via the Barnett formula – which distributes funds to the other nations of the UK – could also help provide them with 'the funding they need to resource colleges'. David Hughes, chief executive of the Association of Colleges, said: 'The decisions taken in the spending review will have a massive impact on the prospects of our young people and the opportunities adults will have to train and learn new skills. 'Investing in colleges is vital if the Government is serious about delivering on its missions – growth, opportunity, clean energy, a better NHS and safer streets.' Mr Hughes added: 'Colleges are the heartbeat of our communities, the foundation of our economy and the key to unlocking the potential of every individual and kickstarting the economy. 'I am proud that college leaders from across the four nations have united today to urge the Prime Minister to recognise this and take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive.' Dr Graeme Jackson, interim chief executive officer of Colleges Scotland, stressed the sector is 'vital to delivering economic growth and opportunity'. He stated: 'Scotland's colleges are training talented people for key sectors which are important to the whole of the UK, including energy, construction and digital, helping to lift people out of poverty and supporting communities.' While he added 'most funding' for the sector in Scotland comes from the Scottish Government, Dr Jackson said: 'The Prime Minister must also back Scotland's colleges if UK-wide goals are to be met. 'With the right investment, colleges can do even more to build a stronger, fairer economy.' Mel Higgins, chairman of the College Principals' Group in Northern Ireland, highlighted their 'vital role in society, both in supporting economic growth and tackling social exclusion'. He added the 'agility' of colleges allows the sector to 'work effectively with employers and industry leaders to shape a skilled workforce that can meet their needs'. Stressing that investment in colleges would 'not only support young people in obtaining qualifications and skills, but will also support life-long learning', Mr Higgins stated: 'An investment in our further education colleges is an investment in our society as a whole.' ColegauCymru chairwoman Lisa Thomas said college leaders had sent a 'powerful joint statement' that 'reflects the strength of feeling right across the UK that investment in further education must be a top priority for the Prime Minister'. Adding that colleges in Wales are 'experiencing acute financial pressures', she told how 'additional, sustained investment is critical to enable colleges to deliver the skills needed for key industries, support our learners and for communities to prosper'. Ms Thomas said: 'We urge the UK Government to equip the devolved administrations with the funding they need to ensure colleges can play their full part in building a stronger, fairer, greener economy.' The UK Government has been contacted for comment.
Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- Business
- Western Telegraph
College leaders from all four UK nations unite to call for more cash from PM
The first-of-its-kind letter has been sent to Sir Keir Starmer urging him to 'take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive'. It has been sent from the Association of Colleges, ColegauCymru/Colleges Wales, Colleges Scotland and the further education colleges in Northern Ireland. Also signed by college principals and chief executives from right across the UK – including by 21 principals from Scotland – the letter insists the sector has a 'vital role to play' in the UK Government's key missions, including national renewal and kickstarting economic growth. Making the plea ahead of the spending review on June 11, the leaders accepted that with education being devolved, UK Government spending decisions 'are only directly relevant to colleges across England'. But they added that 'investment focused on further education and skills in the spending review will be a powerful statement of intent' across all four nations of the UK. Money provided to devolved administrations via the Barnett formula – which distributes funds to the other nations of the UK – could also help provide them with 'the funding they need to resource colleges'. David Hughes, chief executive of the Association of Colleges, said: 'The decisions taken in the spending review will have a massive impact on the prospects of our young people and the opportunities adults will have to train and learn new skills. 'Investing in colleges is vital if the Government is serious about delivering on its missions – growth, opportunity, clean energy, a better NHS and safer streets.' Mr Hughes added: 'Colleges are the heartbeat of our communities, the foundation of our economy and the key to unlocking the potential of every individual and kickstarting the economy. 'I am proud that college leaders from across the four nations have united today to urge the Prime Minister to recognise this and take bold action to ensure our colleges have the resources they need to thrive.' Dr Graeme Jackson, interim chief executive officer of Colleges Scotland, stressed the sector is 'vital to delivering economic growth and opportunity'. He stated: 'Scotland's colleges are training talented people for key sectors which are important to the whole of the UK, including energy, construction and digital, helping to lift people out of poverty and supporting communities.' College leaders from all four nations of the UK have united to send the 'first of its kind' letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (Thomas Krych/PA) While he added 'most funding' for the sector in Scotland comes from the Scottish Government, Dr Jackson said: 'The Prime Minister must also back Scotland's colleges if UK-wide goals are to be met. 'With the right investment, colleges can do even more to build a stronger, fairer economy.' Mel Higgins, chairman of the College Principals' Group in Northern Ireland, highlighted their 'vital role in society, both in supporting economic growth and tackling social exclusion'. He added the 'agility' of colleges allows the sector to 'work effectively with employers and industry leaders to shape a skilled workforce that can meet their needs'. Stressing that investment in colleges would 'not only support young people in obtaining qualifications and skills, but will also support life-long learning', Mr Higgins stated: 'An investment in our further education colleges is an investment in our society as a whole.' ColegauCymru chairwoman Lisa Thomas said college leaders had sent a 'powerful joint statement' that 'reflects the strength of feeling right across the UK that investment in further education must be a top priority for the Prime Minister'. Adding that colleges in Wales are 'experiencing acute financial pressures', she told how 'additional, sustained investment is critical to enable colleges to deliver the skills needed for key industries, support our learners and for communities to prosper'. Ms Thomas said: 'We urge the UK Government to equip the devolved administrations with the funding they need to ensure colleges can play their full part in building a stronger, fairer, greener economy.' The UK Government has been contacted for comment.
