Re-elected PCC Dafydd Llywelyn sets out to shape strategic vision for policing priorities
Re-elected Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Dafydd Llywelyn begun his new term in office this week with a series of key meetings aimed at shaping his strategic vision for the region’s policing priorities over the next four years. The…
Nut trial looks at viability of producing walnuts in Wales
A Carmarthenshire couple are experimenting with growing nuts on their land. Martyn Williams and Alison Harwood have planted walnut and sweet chestnut trees on a one-hectare south facing slope overlooking the River Towy. They have chosen varieties that are a…
Opportunity to win £1.5k bursary open to Ceredigion Youth
Young people in Ceredigion have the opportunity to win a £1,500 bursary to help with their future aspirations. Following success in previous years, Ceredigion’s Youth Work and Engagement Service is fortunate enough to accept another opportunity generously provided by…
Landmark legislation to increase size of Senedd clears final hurdle
Landmark legislation to increase the size of the Senedd and change its voting system cleared the final hurdle in the Welsh Parliament. MSs voted 43-16 in favour of the members and elections bill, securing a necessary two-thirds supermajority, following a…
Welsh Lib Dems celebrate 25th anniversary of Welsh Senedd
This week, the Welsh Liberal Democrats have celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Welsh Senedd. It has now been 25 years since the people of Wales elected the first members to the first National Assembly of Wales. The Welsh Lib…
Carmarthenshire Council unveil plaque to commemorate Phil Bennett
Carmarthenshire County Council proudly commemorates the late Welsh rugby legend, Phil Bennett, with the unveiling of a new commemorative plaque on the pedestrian and cycling bridge in Llanelli. This plaque not only honours Bennett’s remarkable sporting achievements but also recognises…
Shared Prosperity Fund will increase coverage of CCTV services in Neath Port Talbot
Neath Port Talbot Council’s CCTV service has secured Shared Prosperity Fund grant funding for a new high-performance CCTV system in Pontardawe’s town centre. The money will also be used to increase coverage of the existing CCTV service in Briton Ferry…
Six Welsh students and apprentices selected to represent Team UK at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
Six talented young apprentices and students from Wales have been selected to represent Team UK at WorldSkills Lyon 2024. This Welsh contingent, all aged under 25, will be heading for glory in France as part of a 31-strong Team UK,…
Come along to support Carmarthenshire’s young traders this May
Following a very successful event in Llanelli Town Centre in 2023, Carmarthenshire Markets has extended this year’s edition of the Carmarthenshire Junior Traders Competition to all three of the county’s main towns. Carmarthenshire Junior Traders Competition 2024 will provide…
Young people in Ceredigion vote in ‘Rhoi dy Farn 2024’ ballot
More than 2,000 young people in Ceredigion have voted for the topics that they consider are most important to them. The ‘Rhoi dy Farn 2024’ ballot, organised by Ceredigion’s Youth Work and Engagement Service, gives young people the opportunity to…