Clwyd News
News
Wrexham AFC Announces Stadium Expansion - Following back-to-back promotions, the Racecourse Ground will increase capacity to 25,000 with £30 million redevelopment. Meanwhile, Flintshire Council declares a climate emergency, committing to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Business News
Airbus Broughton Secures £500 Million MOD Contract - The aerospace plant will manufacture next-gen military transport aircraft, safeguarding 1,200 jobs. Denbighshire Food Park attracts three new tenants, creating 85 local food production jobs.
Economic News
Unemployment in Clwyd drops to 3.1%, outperforming Wales' average. House prices rise 8% annually, with coastal towns like Prestatyn seeing 12% surges. Tourism revenue hits record levels, up 22% from 2024.
Political News
Controversy erupts over A55 Expressway expansion plans through the Clwydian Range. Wrexham Council approves £15 million for regenerating the city's historic Butchers Market area.
Election News
Clwyd South by-election becomes key battleground, with Labour hoping to regain the seat from Conservatives. Local issues dominate: NHS waiting times at W Hospital and rural broadband access.
Employment New
St Asaph Business Park announces 150 new tech jobs as two fintech firms establish HQs. Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board recruits 100 nurses with £3,000 relocation packages. Seasonal tourism jobs exceed 1,000 vacancies across the region.
Business News
Wrexham-based Magstim (medical devices) shares rise 7% after FDA approval. Flintshire's Airbus UK sees 2% dip amid supply chain concerns. Local investors watch renewable energy firm Egnida Power as it expands in Deeside.
Forecast
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Wed (18 Jun): Sunny, 19°C
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Thu (19 Jun): Cloudy, 18°C
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Fri (20 Jun): Light rain, 16°C
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Sat (21 Jun): Showers, 17°C
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Sun (22 Jun): Sunny intervals, 20°C
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Mon (23 Jun): Thunderstorms, 18°C
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Tue (24 Jun): Partly cloudy, 19°C
Entertainment News
Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod announces star lineup including Bryn Terfel and K Jenkins. Theatr Clwyd in Mold opens its summer season with Welsh-language production Y Fro.
Upcoming Events in Clwyd (June 29 - July 5, 2025)
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June 20: Wrexham Food Festival (Llwyn Isaf)
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June 21: Rhyl Air Show (Prestatyn to Talacre)
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June 22: Denbigh Plum Festival (Town Centre)
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June 24: Flint Castle Medieval Fair (Living history)
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June 26: Llangollen Fringe Festival (Opening night)
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June 28: St Asaph Classical Music Weekend (Cathedral)
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June 29: Prestatyn Carnival (Seafront parade)
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July 1: Ruthin Artisan Market (Special summer edition)
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July 3: Holywell Flower Festival (St Winefride's Well)
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July 5: Clwydian Range Walking Festival (Guided hikes)
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Note: Clwyd was a former administrative county in Wales - this summary covers the area of northeast Wales including current counties of Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham and parts of Conwy.
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