May 2024 press releases
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City continues flying the flag for nightlife safety
SWANSEA'S nightlife scene is keeping the Purple Flag flying over the city for a tenth consecutive year.
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Work to restart at Copr Bay scheme
Work will soon restart at Swansea's Copr Bay development with a target to open the new multi-storey car park by the end of the year.
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New images showcase £6.25bn renewable energy scheme
New conceptual images have been released showing elements of a £6.25bn renewable energy scheme in Swansea that's set to include a tidal lagoon.
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More energy efficient homes set for city
Plans to continue with innovative energy efficient house building in Swansea are set to continue for years to come.
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Free school meals extended to all Year Five
Year Five pupils in all of Swansea's schools will be offered free school meals when children return from their half-term holidays next week.
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Over £0.6bn a year - that's how much tourism is now worth to Swansea
TOURISM'S annual value to the Swansea Bay economy has topped the £600m mark for the first time.
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Sir Kark Jenkins' jazz to be performed at Swansea festival
The early jazz music of legendary composer Sir Karl Jenkins will feature at this year's Swansea International Jazz Festival.
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Major working and living boost on way for city centre
Well over a thousand extra people will soon be living and working in Swansea city centre in a further boost for traders and local employment.
Youngsters celebrate makeover for much-loved play area
YOUNGSTERS in a Morriston community are celebrating the official opening of their much-loved re-vamped local play area in Nixon Terrace.
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Residents praise impact of Local Area Coordinators
Residents say the award-winning team of Local Area Coordinators that cover all areas of Swansea are transforming lives and communities.
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Council aims to retain top-flight rugby in Swansea
Swansea Council would like the city's St Helen's sports ground to become the new home of top-flight rugby region The Ospreys.
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Rich variety of learning at school with high expectations
Penyrheol Primary is an inclusive and welcoming school that provides pupils with a rich variety of exciting learning experiences, inspectors have found.
Last modified on 29 May 2024