Escalation and Intervention Arrangements – Betsi Cadwaladr and Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Boards
The following is a statement by Eluned Morgan MS, Minister for Health and Social Services: On the 5th October, I published a written statement setting out the escalation levels of health boards across Wales. I said the escalation status of…
Proposals to require CCTV in all Welsh slaughterhouses under consultation by Welsh Government
A consultation began on Monday (Nov 14) on proposals to require CCTV in all slaughterhouses in Wales. This is a Programme for Government commitment and is included in the Animal Welfare Plan for Wales, which seeks to maintain and improve…
All Wales People First launches Through our Eyes exhibition and image library
‘Through Our Eyes’ shares the stories of people with learning disabilities in Wales through photographs and videos. A celebration event in the Senedd on the 24th November from 2-4pm will officially launch an exhibition and free image library. https://senedd.wales/visit/exhibitions/through-our-eyes/ The…
Gwent Police Scandal – Investigation Must be Swift and Comprehensive
Responding to revelations by a Sunday Times investigation from Hannah Al-Othman and David Collins that found a culture of misogyny, corruption and racism is present in Gwent Police Force, the Welsh Liberal Democrats have stated investigations opened into the force…
UK Government urged to increase funding for NHS pay
The UK Government has been urged to increase the amount of funding available for NHS pay. Ahead of the Autumn statement, Scottish Health Secretary Humza Yousaf and Welsh Health Minister Eluned Morgan have written to UK Health Secretary Steve Barclay…
Crowds turn out for Llanelli’s Remembrance Day Service
The young and the old gathered at the Town Hall gardens in Llanelli today, Sunday (Nov 13) for the annual Remembrance Day Service. Hundreds of people lined the streets to pay their respects and watch the incredible sight of what…
Sunshine and crowds for Remembrance Sunday in Aberystwyth
THE sun was shining on Aberystwyth this morning, Sunday (Nov 13) as people gathered in the Holy Trinity Church for Remembrance Sunday. Members of the public and Veterans joined in prayer together to commemorate and remember the fallen. The service,…
Dyfed-Powys Police appeal for help to identify man in investigation into alcohol theft from Tesco
Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for help in identifying a man officers would like to speak to over two thefts of alcohol from the Tesco store in Ystradgynlais. Officers are investigating two theft offences where bottles of champagne, vodka, whiskey and…
Finalists for Sport Pembrokeshire Awards announced
THE 39 finalists for the 2022 Sport Pembrokeshire awards have been announced. The judging panel considered the 186 nominations and has named the finalists following a selection meeting. Matt Freeman, manager of Sport Pembrokeshire, said: “Once again, the quality of…
Oil 4 Wales fuel donations warm homes of the elderly this winter
DURING September, Oil 4 Wales launched a new scheme which saw it deliver free heating oil to its most vulnerable customers. The Carmarthenshire based fuel supplier offered a one-off delivery of 800 litres of oil to its customers aged 80…