Welsh Gov to introduce phased ban on greyhound racing by 2030
The Welsh Government has introduced plans for a phased ban on greyhound racing by 2030, proposing to make it an offence to operate a track or organise races. Wales’ last remaining track – the Valley Greyhound Stadium in Ystrad Mynach…
Four charged in connection with Rhydyfelin murder
Four men have been charged in connection with the death of 22-year-old Liam Woolford in Rhydyfelin on September 23. Jake Staples, aged 24, of Porth has been charged with murder, attempt murder, wounding with intent, conspiracy to wound another and…
Man jailed for murder of Leanne Williams
A man from Swansea has been jailed for the murder of 47-year-old Leanne Williams. On August 18, 34-year-old Matthew Battenbough, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to Leanne’s murder, which took place in February this year. Leanne Williams’ body was…
Let’s Talk About Wales: Rhun ap Iorwerth to visit Caerffili on the third stop of his leader’s tour
Electing Plaid Cymru’s Lindsay Whittle in Caerffili by-election is a ‘first step’ to electing a Plaid Cymru government, says leader Rhun ap Iorwerth ahead of his visit to Caerffili on Thursday 2 October. Plaid Cymru’s Lindsay Whittle is the party’s…
Welsh Government steps up calls for Crown Estate devolution
Deputy first minister Huw Irranca-Davies has pledged to continue to press the case for powers over the Crown Estate amid a growing chorus of calls for devolution to Wales. Mr Irranca-Davies supported devolving the Crown Estate, which owns much of…
UK Government’s ‘BritCard’ Digital ID Faces Widespread Backlash
The UK government has unveiled plans to introduce a mandatory digital ID system, dubbed the ‘BritCard’, by 2029. This initiative aims to strengthen border security and streamline access to public services. The digital ID would be stored on smartphones and…
First Minister to remain ‘ultimate judge’ of ministers’ conduct
First minister Eluned Morgan has confirmed she will continue to have the final say on breaches of conduct by her ministers amid concerns about a lack of independence. Baroness Morgan announced she will establish an independent adviser on ministerial standards…
Pro-Russian bribery scandal overshadows Reform Candidate in Caerphilly by-election
The Caerphilly Senedd by-election has been rocked by revelations that Nathan Gill, the former leader of Reform UK in Wales and one-time Member of the European Parliament, has pleaded guilty to bribery offences linked to pro-Russian statements. The fallout is…
How a £1m Crypto Sting on a High-Profile Entrepreneur Exposes the Scams Hitting Welsh Households
Swedish Entrepreneur Erik Bergman says he lost $1.25 million after fraudsters impersonated YouTube star MrBeast and other celebrities. His experience mirrors the tactics now targeting UK pensioners and families, and the steps to stop them are simple, if we use…
New Community Messaging App Released across Mid and West Wales
Dyfed-Powys Police has launched a brand-new messaging app to bring information about policing, crime, and anti-social behaviour directly to your email inbox. People from Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Powys can now stay up to date and have their say on…