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Newport is a city located about 12 miles east of Cardiff. Newport grew primarily as a port, as the South Wales Valleys became significant suppliers of coal and iron. During the Industrial Revolution, Newport was a focus of industry and enjoyed great growth and prosperity. Although there has been a decline in some of the traditional industries throughout the 20th century, particularly the docks, the city has adapted and embraced modern industries. Newport is regarded to be one of the best connected places in Britain, with the construction of the Severn Bridge and the M4 motorway.

Nowadays, the main centre of employment in the city of Newport is the city centre. The other major centres of employment are on the outskirts of the city, in the business parks at the junctions of the M4 motorway. The largest employer in the city is the Civil Service, with a number of major offices of the civil service based in the city, such as the headquarters of the UK Intellectual Property Office, the Passport Office for most of the south and west of the UK, the Wales headquarters of the Charity Commission and the British Red Cross, and the headquarters of the UK Office for National Statistics.

There are plenty of job agencies based in Newport. To make best use of these recruitment agencies, job hunters should approach them directly, giving details of your qualifications and the type of job you're looking for. This will allow agencies to approach you directly with suitable opportunities. Agencies with branches in the city include Prime Time Recruitment, Select Appointments, Absolute Recruitment, Local Recruit and Acorn Recruitment.

Make the most of your Newport job search with help from these job agencies.