On Friday 20th March, 2015, a 90% partial solar eclipse was seen from Newport, with clear, albeit slightly misty skies. It made a wonderful sight, reaching a maximum at about 09:26.
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Star Count 2014 – Results are now published.
The Star Count 2014 results are now published and can be seen by clicking here. From this reference you can download a very detailed map of the results, showing the entire UK. Click here for a smaller version.
Latest status on NAEG work on Water Quality
NAEG is working to assist regain Blue Flag status at Traethmawr and improve water quality at other local bathing (and recreational) waters. Our objective is to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the environment and to protect the health of people.
NAEG Success: National Park change their Guidance on Solar Panels and Solar PV
As a result of NAEG’s comments on the Draft PCNPA Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) on Renewable Energy, PCNPA Officers have accepted that solar panels and solar photovoltaics are allowed to be installed without planning permission….
Eco Centre Wales presents Low Carbon Cook-Off and Energy Advice Tea Room
October 29, 2011, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. All welcome!
11am – 4pm Saturday 29th October. Advice Tea Room open all day. Cook-Offs take place at 12pm and 2pm. Newport Memorial Hall.
Our Comments on the PCNPA Conservation Area Proposals
This article covers the NAEG comments on PCNPA Draft Supplementary Planning Guidance on Conservation Areas Proposals for Newport and Newport Parrog Conservation Areas.
We submitted comments in July 2011, which can be seen by clicking here.
PCNPA Officers have now produced a consultation Report to the Authority on 12th October 2011 which you can see here: http://www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk/Files/files/Committee/NPA/12_10_11/52-11%20Response%20to%20SPG.pdf
Whilst several of our criticisms and suggestions have been taken on board, NAEG is not satisfied with this response and will be writing again to the National Park concerning the response that “a fundamental review of the Conservation Area supplementary planning guidance “can” be made which can consider many of the issues raised” but without any indication on when such a review, as NAEG feels is necessary, especially for Newport Parrog Conservation Areas, will be possible.
Annual Green Fair – Newport Memorial hall 10 am Saturday 26th November
Make a note in your diary to attend the 2011 Annual Green Fair. Last year’s fair was a great success, and you can read what happened then in this article.
New Long Sea Outfall – complete – see slide shows.
We are pleased to say that the new Long Sea Outfall pipe was finally completed in late August 2011. This was rather later than planned and certainly impacted the peak tourist season.
NAEG Comments on the Bathing Water Profile.
Loss of European Blue Flag Status for Newport Designated Bathing Water.
Newport has one of the Darkest Skies in UK – official!
If you like stargazing, as I do, you may have noticed just how clear the view of the Milky Way is when viewed from Newport.