Over 768,000 patients on waiting lists in Wales as NHS backlog worsens
As of April 2024, over 7.57 million people in the UK, including Wales, were reportedly waiting for care and treatment on NHS waiting lists. Of these, around 6.33 million patients were waiting for treatment, with 3.16 million having waited over…
eBike involved in collision on Bigyn Road, Llanelli
Police are investigating a road traffic collision which occurred at about 7.20pm, Saturday 29th June. A red Mazda 6 and a Sur-Ron electric motorcycle were involved in the collision on Bigyn Road, Llanelli. The male rider of the motorcycle was…
Senedd debates plan to ban lying in the Senedd
On Tuesday, the Senedd debated the “historic, world-leading” plan to ban lying politicians amid claims members have been given “erroneous” legal advice ahead of the crunch vote. Adam Price’s plan would make it a criminal offence for Senedd members, ministers…
Hydrogen exhibition to be held at Bay Studios in Swansea
A large scale Hydrogen powered technology exhibition and demonstration will be taking place at Bay Studios in the Swansea bay on 18th July. Organised by Hyppo, a company aiming to promote new ways in which Hydrogen can decarbonise our energy system across…
Ceredigion residents reminded to bring valid ID to the ballot on Thursday
The UK Parliament Election for the Member of Parliament for Ceredigion Preseli Constituency will be held on Thursday 04 July 2024. This is the first time voters have voted in Ceredigion Preseli constituency: a new constituency following constituency boundary changes…
‘Give voters a say over misbehaving Senedd members’
Voters should have a right to remove misbehaving Senedd members from office between elections to restore trust in politicians from all-time lows, a committee heard. Jane Dodds, the Lib-Dem MS for Mid and West Wales, called for the Senedd…
Standards chief ‘troubled’ by plan to ban lying politicians
The standards commissioner criticised “clumsy” plans to make it a criminal offence for Senedd members and candidates to deliberately deceive the public. Douglas Bain, who investigates complaints against Senedd members, raised concerns about clause 64 of the elections bill which…
Man jailed for historic offences against minors
A man has been jailed for multiple historical sexual offences committed against minors, including a number in the Swansea and Neath Port Talbot area. 44-year-old Gavin Corcoran, who most recently lived in Manchester, previously resided in Morriston, Swansea. In 2020…
Dog owners urged to avoid feeding birds
Dog owners have been urged to avoid feeding birds in the gardens because the seeds can be toxic to pets. Experts are advising owners to steer clear of bird food as it can cause sickness in their four-legged friends. Feeding…
Call for local ownership of green energy projects
The Senedd debated a proposal for a bill to require profits from renewable energy developments to be kept in Wales. Adam Price outlined proposals for a community energy benefits bill to make local ownership a mandatory element in every energy…