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Protest over jobs at power site
A new protest involving up to 70 people calling for jobs to go to UK workers is staged at the entrance to a power station.

Welsh Premier/non-League round-up
Full Welsh Premier and non-league round-up.

Chevron oil plant will stay open
Chevron has said it will continue to operate its Pembrokeshire refinery if a buyer for the site is not found.

Chevron looks for refinery buyer
The Chevron oil firm is looking for bids for a refinery that directly employs around 1,400 people in Pembrokeshire.

Welsh Premier/non-League round-up
Full Welsh Premier and non-league round-up.

'Loss' felt as Michael Foot dies
Tributes are paid to the former Ebbw Vale MP and Labour leader Michael Foot who has died at the age of 96.

Hometown tribute to Gwynfor Evans
Barry, the home town of Gwynfor Evans, Plaid Cymru's first MP, unveils a bronze bust of one of its most distinguished sons.

Welsh Premier/non-League round-up
Full Welsh Premier and non-league round-up.

Jobs protest at power plant site
Up to 200 people gather at a power station construction site to protest at what they claim is a lack of jobs for UK workers.

Welsh Premier/non-League round-up
Full Welsh Premier and non-league round-up.

Wetland 'key' for birds' survival
Welsh wetlands play an important role in water birds' survival, says a joint report by wildlife groups.

Owens ready to seize Wales chance
New Wales hooker Ken Owens says he will not be found wanting if given his opportunity.

Police computers security review
A police force reviews its computer security after a civilian worker stole sensitive information about a Royal visit.

Civilian stole secret Royal data
A police worker is sentenced after downloading secret data about a Royal visit by the Prince of Wales, a court hears.

Braille Welsh Bible funds raised
An appeal to create a version of the Welsh Bible in Braille reaches its target in just three months.

Welsh Premier/non-League round-up
Full Welsh Premier and non-league round-up.

Tool 'amnesty' for Africa scheme
Gardeners are asked to take part in a "tool amnesty" and donate old implements to help communities in Africa.

City tennis centre closure backed
Campaigners vow to continue a fight to save Swansea Tennis Centre as a series of cuts are approved by councillors.

Over-60s in boiler scrappage plan
Details of a £2.5m boiler scrappage scheme, which is aimed at people aged 60 or over living in Wales, are unveiled.

Phillips delays return to action
Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips looks likely to miss the France game after his injury return is put back.
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