RSPCA calls for ban on imports of cropped ear dogs
The RSPCA is urging the UK Government to ban imports into the UK of dogs with cropped ears – paving the way for Welsh Government action too; and new research shows that most people in Wales agree. The call…
Schoolgirl cardiac arrest survivor reunited with ambulance crews
A SCHOOLGIRL who had a cardiac arrest has been reunited with the ambulance crews who helped to save her life. When 16-year-old Kirsten Morrissey collapsed at home in Newtown, Powys, it was her quick-thinking father Jason who began to…
Road user charging will lead to a healthier city for everyone who lives and works in Cardiff, says Sustrans Cymru
In response to the announcement by Cardiff Council on their intention to introduce a road user charging system, Sustrans Cymru Director Christine Boston said: “At Sustrans, we believe that cities and towns should be places that prioritise the people…
Wales first in the UK to increase Education Maintenance Allowance payment
Wales is set to be the first UK nation to increase the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) payment, the Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles has confirmed. From April 2023 the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) will increase from £30…
Nominations open for Ceredigion Sports Awards 2023
Ceredigion Sports Awards celebrate the hard work of athletes, coaches and volunteers that make community sport happen. The awards are organised by Ceredigion Sports Council and Ceredigion Actif to recognise and honour people’s achievements and outstanding contribution to sport….
Street ‘blighted by traffic’ to be closed to improve school safety
A primary school street “blighted by traffic” in Penarth will be closed during school run hours to improve safety and encourage active travel. Vale of Glamorgan Council cabinet members yesterday approved plans to go ahead with a pilot scheme which…
Llangennech housing plans turned down
A HOUSEBUILDER will reapply for planning permission for a new estate in Llangennech after it said a legal agreement to provide affordable homes couldn’t be signed in time. Haywood Homes Ltd wants to build 30 homes on a field by…
Controversial clay pigeon shoot plans get green light
CONTROVERSIAL plans for clay pigeon shooting and other rural pursuits on land in Carmarthenshire have been approved by an inspector because the council didn’t make a decision in time. The council’s planning committee had discussed the proposals for the five-hectare…
Why do people in Cwmaman pay more council tax than anywhere else in Carmarthenshire?
IF you live in Cwmaman, Carmarthenshire, you might be wondering why you pay more council tax than anywhere else in the county. As well as the county council’s share of the bill, plus the Dyfed-Powys Police precept, there is also…
Councillor challenged and asked; ‘Can I be your slave’
A Haverfordwest man has challenged a local councillor accused of racist slavery comments, asking if he would like him to be his slave. Haverfordwest man – and African American – Randell Turner has reacted with shock at a recent recording…