Planning approval has been granted for a new hotel in Newport, South Wales. 
The proposed redevelopment of Chartist Tower, Newport's tallest building, will create a new hotel, offices and retail units.
The hotel will be a 164-bedroom Mercure Hotel. The ‘Chartist’ connection will be included in the hotel name and the meeting rooms will reflect Newport's role in the Chartist movement.
The hotel is scheduled to be completed in time to coincide with the opening of the new ICC Wales (International Convention Centre) in summer 2019.
Details: https://www.insidermedia.com/insider/wales/planning-approval-for-chartist-tower-redevelopment