Here are the latest Ynys Môn (Isle of Anglesey) news highlights I can share based on recent reporting:
Holyhead regeneration and town centre investment: A notable multi-million-pound scheme aimed at revitalizing Holyhead’s main street and surrounding buildings was reported in 2024 as part of the Holyhead Regeneration programme, funded by UK Government Levelling Up-style funding. The project focuses on increasing footfall, attracting investment, and delivering new community facilities, with phased works and a completion target around 2026. This continues to shape discussions about economic revitalization on Ynys Môn.[1]
Border control post funding and delays: In 2025, Plaid Cymru and local representatives urged the UK Government to compensate Ynys Môn for halted plans to commission and staff the Holyhead Border Control Post, which had been funded at around £7m. The delay followed a new UK-EU trade agreement reducing certain checks, leading to questions about the post’s future role and financial impact on the island.[2]
Wylfa and energy development context: Various reports in 2024–2025 highlighted Ynys Môn in the broader energy development narrative, including government discussions around large-scale energy projects and potential new nuclear activity at Wylfa. These items are part of ongoing conversations about Ynys Môn’s role in the UK energy strategy and regional economic prospects.[3][4][8]
Local and regional media coverage: Local and Welsh-wide outlets continue to monitor Ynys Môn developments, including Anglesey-focused outlets and national Welsh news sites, with updates on community facilities, transport infrastructure, and economic conditions on the island.[5][6][10]
Illustrative example:
Would you like me to pull the latest headlines from a few specific outlets (e.g., Nation.Cymru, ITV Wales, Wales Online) or focus on a particular topic (economy, energy, transport) for Ynys Môn? I can summarize the most recent 1–2 weeks of coverage and add brief context.
facebook.com/VirginiaCrosbieMP virginiacrosbie.co.uk Delivering New Nuclear to Wylfa The UK Government has announced its purchase of the Wylfa site for £160m demonstrating its commitment to bring new nuclear to Ynys Môn. Once we get approval for large scale or small modular reactors on the
www.virginiacrosbie.co.ukLatest news on Anglesey (Ynys Môn), covering North Wales' largest island, including Holyhead, renewable energy, tourism, Welsh culture, and RAF Valley updates
www.newsnow.co.ukWatch the latest from ITV News - The 20th Island Games taking place in the Orkney Islands with Ynys Môn women playing their first game last night (Monday 14).
www.itv.comPlaid Cymru politicians have called on the UK Government to pay compensation after the development of a new border control post on Ynys Môn was halted. The Welsh Government has announced its intention to halt the final commissioning and staffing of the Holyhead Border Control Post, following the announcement of a new trade agreement between […]
nation.cymruEich Gorsaf, Eich Llais Your Station, Your Voice
www.monfm.co.ukThe largest town on Ynys Môn, recognised as one of the the most deprived areas in Wales, is set to benefit from significant investment, as work to transform its main street gets underway. Part of the £22.5 million awarded to the Holyhead Regeneration programme in 2021/2 by UK Government (formerly Levelling Up Fund), the Townscape Transformation […]
nation.cymruShowcasing the stories of people, businesses, organisations & events from across Wales.
www.wales247.co.ukThe largest construction and building company on Anglesey. We work closely with Horizon Nuclear Power, Anglesey and Gwynedd County Councils, and NHS trusts in North Wales.
www.duconstructionltd.co.ukAnglesey tidal energy project, Morlais, has seen an additional 10MW awarded to one of its turbine developers in the latest UK Government renewable energy auction, AR6. The Contract for Difference (CfD) given to HydroWing provides the developer revenue security for electricity generated as part of Morlais. It also paves the way for the expansion of the Ynys Môn scheme, as owner Menter Môn Morlais plans its path towards a generating capacity of 240MW.
www.morlaisenergy.com