Newport, Wales, United Kingdom
City: NewportRegion: WalesCountry: United Kingdom
News from Newport
I used to live in a quiet area - now a data centre overlooks my garden
With the number of UK data centres set to rise, some communities are concerned about their impact.
August 28, 2026Michael Sheen hopes 'extraordinary' reaction to toxic waste documentary spurs action
Dozens of people contacted BBC Wales following coverage of Sheen's investigation into chemical giant Monsanto.
August 27, 2026The gay rugby player who feared rejection but got total support
Kyle Tayler-Woolston feared rejection as a gay man in rugby, but is flourishing in Super Rygbi Cymru thanks to the support at Newport.
August 24, 2026'I didn't speak the Queen's English': Why people worry about their accents
A survey on attitudes towards accents suggests that so-called "accent bias" is still an issue in many workplaces.
August 23, 2026House prices in Wales rise faster than UK average - see how your area compares
Some areas have seen average house prices increase by 7% in the past year, according to ONS data.
February 24, 2026