Up to £3 million is being invested by the Welsh Government to remove Grenfell-type cladding from three tower blocks in Newport.

The capital funding will be used by Newport City Homes to replace Aluminium Composite Material systems on three high-rise buildings in the city.

The towers are the only ones in the Welsh social housing sector confirmed as having ACM systems, which have failed large-scale combustibility tests.

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Announcing the funding, Housing and Regeneration Minister Rebecca Evans said: "Since the terrible events at Grenfell Tower last year, we have worked closely with local authorities, building owners, managers, both the private and third sectors and others to gather a full and accurate picture of high-rise residential buildings in Wales, and to ensure that owners and agents are aware of Government safety guidance and taking necessary action.

"Newport City Homes acted quickly to safeguard residents, putting in place a number of fire safety measures, including fitting sprinklers. Now it's our turn to support them with this investment, which will enable Newport City Homes to continue their commitment to resident safety, without compromising their vital plans to build more social housing in the city."

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