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News that you might have missed - 23/12/24

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20/12/24 - Moorland Primary School commended by Estyn

Moorland Primary School in Splott has received positive recognition from Estyn in its recent report which highlights the school's welcoming environment, strong support for pupils, and commitment to developing their skills across a broad curriculum.

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20/12/24 - Charming Cardiff Conman sent to Prison for £175,000 Fraud

A ruthless fraudster from Cardiff who used his charm and persuasion to con four people out of £175,000 was sent to prison for over 5 years on Tuesday (December 17th) and given a 10-year Criminal Behaviour Order.

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19/12/24 - New funding scheme to support grassroots music in Cardiff

A new ‘pilot' scheme aiming to support grassroots music in Cardiff by encouraging promoters to take more risks and increase the supply of up-and-coming new artists playing in the city's independent venues has been announced by Cardiff Council.

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19/12/24 - Ysgol Gymraeg Pwll Coch praised by Estyn for its inclusive ethos and commitment to pupils' well-being

Ysgol Gymraeg Pwll Coch, a Welsh-medium primary school in Canton, has been commended for its strong leadership, inclusive ethos, and focus on raising pupils' standards following a recent inspection by Estyn.

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19/12/24 - Fond farewell to Gabalfa Primary School's long-serving and well-respected school caretaker.

Gabalfa Primary School will be saying farewell to long-serving caretaker, Mr Tony King who retires this month.

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17/12/24 - Flat Holm island retrofitted with green technology

On an isolated island like Flat Holm, with no mains water, gas or electricity supply to connect to, simple things like boiling a kettle and staying warm in the colder months can be more complicated than they are back on the mainland

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17/12/24 - Cultural exchange project supports School of Sanctuary bid

Ysgol Pencae in Llandaff has taken a significant step in its bid to become a School of Sanctuary by participating in a cultural exchange project with ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) students from Cardiff and Vale College.

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