Welsh Conservatives welcome Wrexham’s UK City of Culture 2029 shortlist success
The Welsh Conservatives have welcomed the announcement that Wrexham has been shortlisted to become UK City of Culture 2029. Wrexham is one of four finalists, alongside Blackpool, Milton Keynes and Sheffield. The winning city will receive £10 million in UK Government funding, with the winner announced in early 2027. Sam Rowlands MS, Welsh Conservative Member…
THREE Fined By Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Over £1500 For Fly-Tipping!
THREE people who failed to attend Fly-tipping Enforcement interviews have been fined a combined total of £1562 at Merthyr Magistrates Court. The three separate individuals, walked away with a fine of over £500 each by failing to comply with a Notice pursuant to Section 108(4)(c) and (l) of the Environment Act 1995, having previously been…
PROPOSED MOVE FOR GODREAMAN POSTOFFICE TO A NEW, NEARBY, LOCATION
Proposed move to Premier, 31-32 Jubilee Road, CF44 6DD Same existing operator Close to current locationPost Office is proposing to move Godreaman Post Office to a new, nearby, location –Premier, 31-32 Jubilee Road, CF44 6DD, with the same operator. It is important that operators make the very best use of their resources to ensure…
Plaid Cymru Members of the Senedd for Pontypridd, Cynon Merthyr call for urgent action on coal tip safety on the anniversary of the Aberfan disaster
In remembering Aberfan on the 60th anniversary of the disaster this week, Plaid Cymru Members of the Senedd for Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr have urged the UK Government to fund coal tip safety in Wales to protect communities today. On 21 October 1966, an avalanche of coal waste and slurry swept down the mountainside above the…
South Wales households urged to prepare for Storm Austen
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is asking customers in South Wales to be prepared in case of power cuts during Storm Austen. Forecasters say strong winds and heavy rain are due tomorrow, bringing the possibility of power outages and other disruption. The electricity network is built to be resilient, but extreme weather can impact power…
Aberfan tragedy must never be forgotten
Darren Millar MS, Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, has paid tribute to the victims of the Aberfan disaster, remembering the 116 children and 28 adults who lost their lives on 21 October 1966. Speaking on the 60th anniversary of the tragedy, Darren Millar MS, Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, said: “The Aberfan disaster was one…
Aberfan 60
As Wales prepares to mark the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan disaster, Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Rhondda Heritage Park Museum has launched a series of local remembrance events for all to attend. Those who wish to reflect and remember on October 21 are invited to visit the Trehafod museum for open access and organised activities…
DVSA publishes 2025 Market Surveillance Unit programme results
DVSA has published its Market Surveillance Unit (MSU) 2025 programme and emissions testing results. The MSU inspects vehicles, trailers, parts, and equipment to make sure they are safe for people to buy and use. It also checks that they meet current and relevant environmental standards. Emissions testing DVSA aims to check a representative selection of…
October half-term disability sessions across Caerphilly
A programme of disability swimming and play sessions will take place across Caerphilly this October half term, giving children, young people and families opportunities to get active, have fun and socialise. Running from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October, the programme brings together dedicated Leisure Lifestyle pool sessions and a Caerphilly Play disability session. Date…
Rising negligence bill is further evidence of NHS crisis
More than £600million has been paid out in clinical negligence and personal injury claims in Wales over the past five years, prompting the Welsh Conservatives to demand the Welsh Government call a health emergency. £145 million has been paid out in claims for the year 2025-26. On page 733 of a 1,100-page set of papers…