Wales

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Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, and the Celtic Sea to the south-west. As of 2021, it had a population of 3.2 million. It has a total area of 21,218 square kilometres (8,192 sq mi) and over 2,700 kilometres (1,680 mi) of coastline. It is largely mountainous with its higher peaks in the north and central areas, including Snowdon, its highest summit. The country lies within the north temperate zone and has a changeable, maritime climate. Its capital and largest city is Cardiff.

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PM reveals large nuclear expansion plan across UK Sir Keir Starmer has revealed plans to make it easier to build small nuclear power plants in England and Wales in an effort to boost economic growth. The prime minister described the plans as "long.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:14Published 2 weeks ago

Government reveals plans to build nuclear reactors The government has announced plans to make it easier to build mini nuclear power stations in England and Wales. Energy Minister Michael Shanks said the plans aim to "remove as much red tape and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:56Published 2 weeks ago

Britain set for snow as Met Office issues amber warnings The UK is in the grip of a wintry spell of weather, with the Met Office issuing two fresh amber warnings for snow and ice for parts of England and Wales over the weekend. Snow has already been spotted.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:30Published on January 4, 2025

Warnings as energy bills rise amid plunging temperatures The average household energy bill across England, Scotland, and Wales has risen by 1.2% after Ofgem increased its price cap. Simon Francis of the End Fuel Poverty Coalition warns that bills are now.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:32Published on January 1, 2025

No, the UK government isn't offering 'cash bonuses' to families who euthanise elderly relatives The bizarre claims have sprung off the back of MPs' approval of a bill which would legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, subject to approval from two doctors and a.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:58Published on January 1, 2025

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