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South Wales Argus
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Tredegar House to host Eisteddfod yr Urdd 2027
The 17th Century house has been called home to some of the most powerful and influential families in the area, with its stunning 90-acre grounds making it a perfect site for the Eisteddfod. Llio Maddocks, the Urdd's Art and Eisteddfod Director says: 'I am so pleased to see Newport City Council and the whole of Gwent community's support to hosting the Eisteddfod in 2027. "Tredegar House looks like the perfect site for us organisers. One of the most important elements of Eisteddfod yr Urdd is the fact that it's a travelling festival and therefore visit areas that have never hosted the festival before. "I very much look forward to working with the Council and local community over the next two years to provide valuable experiences for children and young people of the area.' 'We are delighted that Tredegar House has been confirmed as the venue for Eisteddfod yr Urdd's first ever visit to Newport in 2027', said Councillor Emma Corten, Newport City Council's cabinet member for culture and communications. 'Hosting more major events and increasing the use of Welsh in our cultural offer are both parts of our long-term cultural strategy for the city. Eisteddfod yr Urdd, one of Wales's largest cultural events, will help us as we work to deliver on both of those goals. 'We're keen to involve as many businesses and community groups, both in the city centre and across Newport, as possible in the celebrations, so that as many people as possible experience the buzz of a major cultural event. We cannot wait for our city to play host to visitors from across Wales and beyond in two years' time.' Lizzie Smith Jones, National Trust Cymru General Manager for Tredegar House said: 'We're incredibly proud to be welcoming Eisteddfod yr Urdd to Tredegar House and parkland in 2027. It's a huge moment for Newport and our community - we're looking forward to playing our part in the celebrations of Welsh language, culture and creativity, and championing Wales' future generations.'
Business News Wales
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business News Wales
Historic Tredegar House to Host Eisteddfod yr Urdd Casnewydd 2027
The Urdd is excited to announce that the location of Eisteddfod yr Urdd 2027 will be Tredegar House in Newport. The ancient 17th Century house was home to the Morgan family, later the Tredegar family who were one of the most powerful and influential families in the area. The mansion sits on stunning 90-acre green grounds, making it a 'perfect site' for the Eisteddfod. Llio Maddocks, the Urdd's Arts and Eisteddfod Director: 'I am so pleased to see Newport City Council and the whole of Gwent community's support to hosting the Eisteddfod in 2027. Tredegar House looks like the perfect site for us organisers. One of the most important elements of Eisteddfod yr Urdd is the fact that it's a travelling festival and therefore visit areas that have never hosted the festival before. I very much look forward to working with the Council and local community over the next two years to provide valuable experiences for children and young people of the area.' 'We are delighted that Tredegar House has been confirmed as the venue for Eisteddfod yr Urdd's first ever visit to Newport in 2027', said Councillor Emma Corten, Newport City Council's cabinet member for culture and communications. 'Hosting more major events and increasing the use of Welsh in our cultural offer are both parts of our long-term cultural strategy for the city. Eisteddfod yr Urdd, one of Wales's largest cultural events, will help us as we work to deliver on both of those goals. 'We're keen to involve as many businesses and community groups, both in the city centre and across Newport, as possible in the celebrations, so that as many people as possible experience the buzz of a major cultural event. We cannot wait for our city to play host to visitors from across Wales and beyond in two years' time.' Lizzie Smith Jones, National Trust Cymru General Manager for Tredegar House said: 'We're incredibly proud to be welcoming Eisteddfod yr Urdd to Tredegar House and parkland in 2027. It's a huge moment for Newport and our community – we're looking forward to playing our part in the celebrations of Welsh language, culture and creativity, and championing Wales' future generations.'
South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
New £100 million centre to create 750 jobs in Newport
Newport City Council welcomed the opening of a new research and development and manufacturing centre in the city by KLA Corporation. The facility cost around 138 million dollars and is equivalent to just over £100 million. KLA is a global leader in process control and process enabling technology for the semiconductor industry. KLA's division in Wales, SPTS, has been at the forefront of semiconductor equipment innovation in the area since 1984. The new facility located in Celtic Lakes in Newport will create and provide 750 highly skilled jobs. Councillor Dimitri Batrouni, leader of the council, said: "People ask why I'm bullish on Newport's future. Well, this is why. "KLA's new $138 million world-class facility will bring 750 skilled, high-paying jobs to our city, to build the machines that make the chips, powering the AI revolution, around 98 per cent of which are exported. "This is the future of advanced manufacturing, right on our doorstep, and it is proof of KLA's belief that Newport is the perfect place to do business." Beverly Owen, chief executive of the council, added: The opening was a fantastic celebration of what our city has to offer. "We are absolutely delighted to welcome KLA's further investment into Newport, into our city and our people. "The council has worked closely with the team at KLA throughout as this investment has come to fruition. "Not only will this bring great employment and economic benefits, it will also further enhance our standing as a hub for global businesses, and our reputation as a place to do business." Dan Collins, site leader and general manager at KLA, said: "KLA brings together expertise in process and process control, providing customers with the breadth and depth they need to innovate and improve device performance. "As industry drivers like AI increase demand for advanced chips, our expansion in Wales and strong product portfolio position us to meet that demand—building on our rich history and investing in new technology, talent and long-term community partnerships. "We have a globally renowned compound semiconductor cluster here in Wales and the UK Government recognizes that this industry is a key driver for economic growth, and the U.K. Government has recently announced nearly £5 million to help build the talent pipeline." Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens said: "KLA's investment in this new facility further strengthens our position as a leader in this vital and growing industry. "This announcement is a celebration of KLA's commitment to innovation and to Wales as a growing hub of technological excellence and leadership."
South Wales Argus
5 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
New £100 million centre could create 750 jobs in city
Newport City Council welcomed the opening of a new research and development and manufacturing centre in the city by KLA Corporation. The facility cost around 138 million dollars and is equivalent to just over £100 million. KLA is a global leader in process control and process enabling technology for the semiconductor industry. KLA's division in Wales, SPTS, has been at the forefront of semiconductor equipment innovation in the area since 1984. The new facility located in Celtic Lakes in Newport will create and provide 750 highly skilled jobs. Councillor Dimitri Batrouni, leader of the council, said: "People ask why I'm bullish on Newport's future. Well, this is why. "KLA's new $138 million world-class facility will bring 750 skilled, high-paying jobs to our city, to build the machines that make the chips, powering the AI revolution, around 98 per cent of which are exported. "This is the future of advanced manufacturing, right on our doorstep, and it is proof of KLA's belief that Newport is the perfect place to do business." Beverly Owen, chief executive of the council, added: The opening was a fantastic celebration of what our city has to offer. "We are absolutely delighted to welcome KLA's further investment into Newport, into our city and our people. "The council has worked closely with the team at KLA throughout as this investment has come to fruition. "Not only will this bring great employment and economic benefits, it will also further enhance our standing as a hub for global businesses, and our reputation as a place to do business." Dan Collins, site leader and general manager at KLA, said: "KLA brings together expertise in process and process control, providing customers with the breadth and depth they need to innovate and improve device performance. "As industry drivers like AI increase demand for advanced chips, our expansion in Wales and strong product portfolio position us to meet that demand—building on our rich history and investing in new technology, talent and long-term community partnerships. "We have a globally renowned compound semiconductor cluster here in Wales and the UK Government recognizes that this industry is a key driver for economic growth, and the U.K. Government has recently announced nearly £5 million to help build the talent pipeline." Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens said: "KLA's investment in this new facility further strengthens our position as a leader in this vital and growing industry. "This announcement is a celebration of KLA's commitment to innovation and to Wales as a growing hub of technological excellence and leadership."
South Wales Argus
6 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Former Newport hay store withdrawn for residential use
The application, made by AJ Planning and Development Ltd, sought to obtain a lawful development certificate for the building and its surrounding land at Cae Pandy Cottage, Watery Lane, Langstone, Newport. The application aimed to officially recognise the building's use as a residential storage space, a role it reportedly served for more than a decade. The application was supported by various documents, including statutory declarations, planning drawings, site location plans, and photographs. The building's history, as stated in the application, highlighted its continuous residential use since 1984, after ceasing operations as a farm. The building reportedly accommodated domestic storage and vehicle sheltering, with utility connections from the main cottage. The planning and development firm detailed the building's use history in a supporting letter, stating it had been utilised as a residential ancillary space by Mr and Mrs Roberts, and later by Mr Bushell, who moved in 2019. Photographic evidence in the application showed the building storing domestic items, including wheelchairs, furniture, tools, toys, pet housing, and antique vehicles. The letter argued that this evidence supported the claim of the building's residential ancillary use since 1984. The application also cited Section 191 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, arguing the building's use was lawful due to the passage of time without enforcement. The applicants concluded that Newport City Council had a statutory duty to issue the lawful development certificate, as no further permission was needed due to the long-established use. However, the application was ultimately withdrawn, as noted in a decision letter from Newport City Council's Regeneration and Economic Development Department, dated May 14, 2025.
