Approval likely for additional homes at ‘The Poppies’ development, Wrexham
Planning officers will recommend Wrexham councillors approve a proposal to add more houses to a Llay development despite community objections. SG Estates is already building 50 new homes – a development known as ‘The Poppies’ on land formerly part of…
Six Children Rescued from Sea in Major Incident at Aberavon Beach
A major rescue operation unfolded at Aberavon Beach over the weekend when six young children were pulled from the sea after being reported in “serious difficulty,” according to Port Talbot Coastguard. Rapid Response by Rescue Teams Emergency responders were notified…
Riverside murder investigation: Family pay tribute to Nirodha Niwunhella
The family of 32-year-old Niwunhellage Dona Nirodha Kalapni Niwunhella, who went by Nirodha, have paid tribute to her. They said: “We remember Nirodha as a cherished daughter, family member and dear friend to many. Nirodha will be forever remembered with…
Plans for 30 flats in Rhondda opposed as concerns raised over traffic and overdevelopment
Plans for 30 flats in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) have been opposed by councillors because of concerns of overdevelopment and traffic. An application for the flats at Tonyrefail and Rhondda Wildlife Sanctuary in Gilfach Road, Tonyrefail, was voted down by…
Appeal to Convert Aberaeron Betting Shop into Home Rejected
An appeal against a refusal of a conversion of an ‘eyesore’ 1960s flat-roof betting shop to a home in a Ceredigion seaside town known for its Georgian architecture has been turned down. In an application refused last August, Dafydd Phillips,…
Swansea and Carmarthenshire Councils Paid Over £1m to Suspended Staff in Three Years
THEFT, turning up to work under the influence of alcohol, and aggressive behaviour led to a small number of council employees in Swansea being suspended in 2024-25. In total 40 workers were suspended on full pay during the 12-month period…
Affordable homes outside Cardigan refused by Council
Plans for four affordable homes on the edge of Cardigan, to all be occupied by members of the same family, have been refused for a second time, but it is hoped the applicants will reapply. Sisters Ms Celyn, Sara and…
Plans revealed to upgrade Public Toilets at George Edwards Hall, Cefn Mawr
Cefn Community Council has revealed plans to upgrade the public toilets at George Edwards Hall. The council has been successful in its application for a grant under Wrexham’s Shared Prosperity Fund and is now seeking bids to carry our renovation…
Heritage, Homesteading, and Harmony: The Mission of Simon Birkett and the TWI
A quiet corner of rural Wales has recently drawn national attention following the purchase of land near Llanafan Fawr by Simon Birkett, founder of The Woodlander Initiative (TWI). Birkett describes the site as part of a plan to create family-oriented…
Human Rights Experts call for Ban on ‘traumatising’ use of Tasers against children
Human rights experts called for a ban on the “traumatising” use of Tasers against children by police, warning the “unacceptable” use of force runs contrary to children’s rights. Rhian Croke, of the Children’s Legal Centre Wales, said mounting evidence…