Caerphilly unveils draft budget proposals for 25/26
Caerphilly county borough council has unveiled its draft budget proposals for 2025/26 as part of ongoing plans to plug a £47million gap in its finances over the next 3 years. Caerphilly county borough council has unveiled its draft budget proposals…
“Time for action on grooming & child abuse, not just words” – Nia Griffith MP
Dame Nia Griffith has issued a statement in support of the immediate action that promises to implement recommendations to ensure that the taskforce that deals with grooming gangs is accelerated. In her statement, Nia Griffith said: “Child sexual abuse and…
Cardiff man sentenced to 15 months in prison for drink and dangerous driving
On Sunday, June 26, at 9:20am officers received a report of a man drink driving in Rumney. The car was later sighted driving along Aberdarren Road, where the driver, Venables overtook an unmarked police car and drove off at speed….
Two women jailed following Neath robbery
Two women from Neath have been jailed after they were involved in an assault and robbery in the town centre. 39-year-old Sarah Morgan, of no fixed abode, and 33-year-old Gemma Powell, from Neath town centre, attacked their victim, a 49-year-old…
HMO conversion bid approved for Ombersley Road despite neighbourhood objections
Councillors have approved a HMO conversion bid for Newport’s Ombersley Road despite sharing concerns about the planning rules for such properties. Members of the city council’s planning committee told officers they felt guidance on regulating the impact of HMOs (houses…
Welsh Ambulance takes new steps to reduce diesel emissions and to stay warm
THE Welsh Ambulance Service is taking new steps to reduce its diesel emissions. The Trust has procured fan heaters for its fleet of emergency ambulances to keep patients and staff warm as they wait outside hospital emergency departments. Ambulance engines…
Senedd debates calls for right to adequate housing
The Senedd debated calls to enshrine a right to adequate housing into Welsh law. Siân Gwenllian warned Wales’ housing crisis is getting worse, with no signs of improvement, as she set out the case for a bill to incorporate…
Waiting times and cuts make Powys patients feel like second-class citizens
Patients in Powys feel like second-class citizens due to longer waiting times and cuts by the cash-strapped health board will only worsen the problem, Senedd members warned. James Evans, who was appointed the Conservatives’ shadow health secretary last month,…
Do you have what it takes to become an Emergency Foster Carer?
Ceredigion is urgently seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to become emergency foster carers. This vital role requires loving and understanding people who can provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in need, regardless of age, race, marital status, or…
Fire Service sees rise in staff absences amid crisis
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MWWFRS) has seen a rise in staff absences amid what the Fire Brigades Union is calling a “crisis across the UK’s fire and rescue services.” Data obtained by Accident Claims Advice (ACA) via…