Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Carmarthenshire News Online Your Free, Independent News Service ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [All Posts](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/posts/) - All your Carmarthenshire local news, breaking stories, community updates, and council decisions from across Carmarthenshire. - [Tywyn Co-Op raises £1,300 for Bronglais Chemo Appeal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/tywyn-co-op-raises-1300-for-bronglais-chemo-appeal/) - THE Co-op in Tywyn has raised a fantastic £1,300 for the Bronglais Chemo Appeal. The store ran a number of activities from September 2022 to January 2023 to raise the funds and show their support for the new chemotherapy unit at Bronglais Hospital. Fundraising activities included raffles and a charity table with items very - [Generous donations for Bronglais Chemo Appeal as Capel Y Garn donates £1,000](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/generous-donations-for-bronglais-chemo-appeal-as-capel-y-garn-donates-1000/) - MEMBERS of Capel y Garn in Bow Street, near Aberystwyth, have donated £1,000 from chapel funds to the Bronglais Chemo Appeal. Chapel treasurer Glyn Saunders Jones said: "Our Minister, Rev Dr Watcyn James, members and officers were enthusiastic to contribute to the Bronglais Chemo Appeal. "They were keen to show their appreciation of the expertise - [Haverfordwest gift-shop removes Lord Ganesha socks after Hindu protest](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/haverfordwest-gift-shop-removes-lord-ganesha-socks-after-hindu-protest/) - Haverfordwest (Pembrokeshire, Wales) based online gift-shop "Wisdom Wares" removed socks carrying images of Hindu deity Lord Ganesha; after Hindus protested calling these "highly inappropriate". "Hop Hare Bamboo Socks – Ganesha", which were earlier selling at £7.95, were absent from "Wisdom Wares" website when searched today. "No results found for "Ganesha"", it pointed out. - [Drop-in COVID-19 vaccination sessions announced by Hywel Dda UHB](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/drop-in-covid-19-vaccination-sessions-announced-by-hywel-dda-uhb/) - Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) is holding drop-in COVID-19 spring booster vaccination sessions for eligible children aged 12 and over and adults. People aged 75 years and over, residents in care homes for older people and those aged 5 years and over with a weakened immune system are eligible for a spring booster. Bethan - [From the Courts June 27th](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/from-the-courts-june-27th-2/) - The following appeared before Llanelli Magistrates' Court on Tuesday (Jun 27). 44-year-old Stuart Lovering of Burry Port, Llanelli. A domestic violence protection notice was served by a Constable on 25/06/2023. In accordance with section 27 Crime and Security Act 2010. The order was granted and a Domestic violence protection order was made for 28 days. - [More arrests following serious disorder in Ely](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/more-arrests-following-serious-disorder-in-ely/) - South Wales Police investigating serious disorder which happened in the Ely area of Cardiff on Monday, May 22 have made further arrests. The disorder followed a fatal road traffic collision in Snowden Road, Ely, which tragically claimed the lives of best friends Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans. Our thoughts are with their families and friends, - [Councillors look set to back exceptions to new 20mph limits in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/councillors-look-set-to-back-exceptions-to-new-20mph-limits-in-wales/) - SENIOR Pembrokeshire councillors are expected to back local exceptions to the soon-to-be-introduced 20mph limits in Wales. The Welsh Government passed legislation last July which will see the speed limit on residential, built-up streets reduced from 30mph to 20 throughout Wales from September. Welsh Government says the 20mph default speed limit is expected to result in - [Slow progress for proposed Llandeilo bypass](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/slow-progress-for-proposed-llandeilo-bypass/) - PROGRESS on proposals for a Llandeilo bypass or road diversion scheme appear to still be in the slow lane. The Welsh Government had expected to recommend a preferred option last autumn, and then when that didn’t happen, in the winter. There was a shortlist of four options: three featuring a bypass which would skirt the - [Plans for flagship school in Powys put on hold](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plans-for-flagship-school-in-powys-put-on-hold/) - PLANS for a flagship Powys County Council school building project near Newtown have been paused. This is so that the Welsh Government minister for Climate Change, Julie James MS can mull over taking charge of the decision making process after being asked to “call in” the application. In May plans to build a new £9.1 - [Application to remove signage outside closed Lampeter Bank approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/application-to-remove-signage-outside-closed-lampeter-bank-approved/) - AN application to remove signage at a now closed Ceredigion branch of Lloyds Bank has been backed by county planners. Lloyds Bank announced last year that it will be closing its Lampeter High Street branch this May. The decision was made following a decrease in people using the branch to do their banking, with a rise in - [Condition of Swansea's roads remains static despite costly backlog](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/condition-of-swanseas-roads-remains-static-despite-costly-backlog/) - THE condition of Swansea’s roads has remained “roughly static” in recent years despite a maintenance backlog which now exceeds £70 million, a senior highways officer said. Bob Fenwick said rising costs of materials contributed to the “massive backlog” but that he could make inroads into it with expenditure of £7 million to £8 million per - [Llandeilo Market Hall revival recieves £14.6M in restoration funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/llandeilo-market-hall-revival-recieves-14-6m-in-restoration-funding/) - A FORMER market hall whose fortunes had slipped away has been revived in a £4.16 million restoration, bringing jobs and office space to Llandeilo. The Carmarthenshire Council-led project was only £300,000 over budget despite the Covid pandemic, soaring material costs, rising inflation, and the challenges of working with a grade two-listed building. Speaking at the - [New figures from North Wales show drop in crime but justice system needs to do better, says Cllr Chris Bithell](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-figures-from-north-wales-show-drop-in-crime-but-justice-system-needs-to-do-better-says-cllr-chris-bithell/) - By Richard Evans THE UK justice system must improve on how it deals with rape cases and victims, a member of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel urged. Speaking at Conwy’s Bodlondeb HQ at a meeting this week, Cllr Chris Bithell said he was aware of a ‘horrendous’ court case in which he says - [Talks ongoing to keep Merthyr bus routes running](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/talks-ongoing-to-keep-merthyr-bus-routes-running/) - TALKS are ongoing to keep as many Merthyr Tydfil bus routes running as possible as emergency funding comes to an end in July. The council said in a statement that it is working with the Welsh Government and the Cardiff Capital Regional Transport Authority on the future of the bus network in the county. A - [Economy Minister calls on employers to 'listen and act' to tackle LGBTQ+ discrimination in Welsh workplaces](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/economy-minister-calls-on-employers-to-listen-and-act-to-tackle-lgbtq-discrimination-in-welsh-workplaces/) - "No one should be held back at work for being themselves" - those were the words of Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething today who was speaking at the culmination of Pride Month, outlining the actions the Welsh Government is taking to promote inclusive workplaces. The Welsh Government is working with Welsh businesses to improve workplace equality - [Family pay tribute to eight-month old girl who died following collision outside Withybush Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/family-pay-tribute-to-eight-month-old-girl-who-died-following-collision-outside-withybush-hospital/) - The family of an eight-month-old girl who died following a collision outside Withybush Hospital say she was adored by her loved ones. Mabli Cariad Hall died in Bristol Children’s Hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning (25 June) following the collision involving a car and pedestrians on Wednesday, 21 June. Her parents, Rob and - [Drugs with a street value of £7.4 million seized](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/drugs-with-a-street-value-of-7-4-million-seized/) - Two members of an Organised Crime Group have been sent to prison for conspiracy to supply cocaine and possession with intent to supply cocaine. Juniad Khan, 32 and Calum Mason, 24, both from Cardiff, were arrested by detectives from Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit for southern Wales, following an intelligence led operation in - [First Youth Parliament of 2023 challenges Senedd politicians](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-youth-parliament-of-2023-challenges-senedd-politicians/) - The first Youth Parliament of 2023 was held on Wednesday (Jun 21) at the Senedd. One of the most interesting items was a survey carried out by on Mental Health Services available to children and adults in Wales. Harriet Wright-Nicholas told the Senedd that a survey asking children, young people and adults what they thought - [Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman pledges to crack down on off-road bikers using forestry to scramble](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/chief-constable-amanda-blakeman-pledges-to-crack-down-on-off-road-bikers-using-forestry-to-scramble/) - By Richard Evans NORTH Wales Police’s top cop has pledged to look into whether officers on off-road bikes could help crack down on a town’s scrambler scourge. Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman was asked during a meeting of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel about the issue of youths riding bikes illegally and dangerously around - [Rental income from Powys Council houses rises](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rental-income-from-powys-council-houses-rises/) - RENTAL income from Powys County Council houses has gone up by £570,000 and is due to quicker turnaround in making properties ready for new tenants. At a meeting of Governance and Audit committee on Friday, June 23 members were given and update on “housing voids” which follows on from a previous investigation by internal auditors - [Researchers publish data on attitudes to neighbourliness during Cost of Living Crisis](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/researchers-publish-data-on-attitudes-to-neighbourliness-during-cost-of-living-crisis/) - During the cost of living crisis less than half of UK adults say people are pulling together in their communities, new data shows. New research out today (29 June) reports that less than half of all UK adults (46%) believe that people are pulling together to improve their neighbourhoods. Only a similar number of us - [Vets vital in ensuring high animal health and welfare standards in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/vets-vital-in-ensuring-high-animal-health-and-welfare-standards-in-wales/) - Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has said she wants Wales to be viewed as the best place to practice veterinary medicine. Speaking at the British Veterinary Association (BVA) dinner in Cardiff, the Minister thanked vets across Wales for their hard work in ensuring high standards of animal health and welfare. This was also the first - [Welsh Shearers and Woolhandlers on top of the world!](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-shearers-and-woolhandlers-on-top-of-the-world/) - The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society is immensely proud of the Welsh Shearing and Woolhandling Team for taking three out of the six world titles at the 2023 Golden Shears World Championships held at The Royal Highland Show in Scotland last weekend. The Golden Shears Sheep Shearing & Woolhandling World Championships showcases the art, skill and - [Over £1 million to help organisations support young people](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/over-1-million-to-help-organisations-support-young-people/) - Education and Welsh Language Minister Jeremy Miles has announced extra financial support for youth work organisations. The Welsh Government has expanded its support to help youth work organisations respond to an increased demand in services, higher operational costs and a shift in the support needed by young people as a result of the cost of - [Eleven people to receive notices of intended prosecution for offences at ride out event in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/eleven-people-to-receive-notices-of-intended-prosecution-for-offences-at-ride-out-event-in-cardiff/) - Eleven people will receive Notices of Intended Prosecution for motoring offences at a ride out event earlier this month. The eight men aged 18 to 41, two 16-year-old boys, and a 31-year-old woman have been identified as committing motoring offences at the event involving a large group of bikes and other vehicles travelling between Barry - [Llanelli MP accuses hotel owners of 'outrageous and shoddy treatment' of staff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-accuses-hotel-owners-of-outrageous-and-shoddy-treatment-of-staff/) - Llanelli MP, Dame Nia Griffith, has criticised the owners of the Stradey Park Hotel following the announcement that there would be staff redundancies. Dame Nia Griffith MP said: “This is outrageous news and such a shoddy way to treat the hotel’s existing staff who have been kept in the dark all the way through this - [Calls to review sale of residents parking to holidaymakers in Pembrokeshire expected to be turned down](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/calls-to-review-sale-of-residents-parking-to-holidaymakers-in-pembrokeshire-expected-to-be-turned-down/) - A CALL for Pembrokeshire to review its policy of selling residents parking permits to holidaymakers is expected to be turned down by senior councillors. A notice of motion by Tenby councillor Michael Williams, to be heard by Pembrokeshire County Council’s Cabinet on July 3, asks that: “PCC immediately cease issuing parking permits to other than - [Distillery, brewery, shops and flats part of new development plan for popular Gwynedd village](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/distillery-brewery-shops-and-flats-part-of-new-development-plan-for-popular-gwynedd-village/) - PROPOSALS to build a commercial development containing a brewery, shops and office space in a popular Gwynedd village have been lodged. An application has been submitted to Cyngor Gwynedd’s planning department for the construction of a two-storey commercial development in the centre of Aberdaron. Documents submitted on behalf of applicant Geraint Jones describe the building - [Rollout sees more patients than ever benefiting from virtual wards](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rollout-sees-more-patients-than-ever-benefiting-from-virtual-wards/) - More patients than ever across Swansea Bay are benefiting from a service which provides care in their own homes rather than in hospital. Virtual wards provide wraparound support in the community to people with complex health and social needs. Rather than a ward being made up of hospital beds, the patients’ own beds become part - [Powys Council assure no closure plans for Newtown depot](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/powys-council-assure-no-closure-plans-for-newtown-depot/) - ASSURANCES have been given that Powys County Council have no plans to leave their depot in Newtown. Ever since the council decided to develop the North Powys Bulking Facility at nearby Abermule in 2019 there have been rumours that the depot at Kirkhamsfield in Newtown would close. Kirkhamsfield is the council’s biggest depot and caters - [Narbeth community redevelopment secure despite increases in costs, planners hear](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/narbeth-community-redevelopment-secure-despite-increases-in-costs-planners-hear/) - A COMMUNITY library being built as part of the redevelopment of the former community school in Narberth is safe despite a huge increase in costs, planners heard. Back in 2020, an application from local businessman Andrew Rees, on behalf of a local consortium for the transformation of the “eyesore” former Narberth CP school site was - [Rhondda Council agree to reinstate Grade-II listed tram-road bridge](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rhondda-council-agree-to-reinstate-grade-ii-listed-tram-road-bridge/) - THE reinstatement of a Grade II-listed tram road bridge in the Cynon Valley that was damaged during Storm Dennis has been agreed. Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s planning committee approved the plans for the Robertstown Iron Bridge in Trecynon at a meeting on Thursday, June 22. The council has also received scheduled monument consent for the - [More than 1,000 fines issued for breach of dog controls, latest figures show](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/more-than-1000-fines-issued-for-breach-of-dog-controls-latest-figures-show/) - MORE than 1,000 fines have been issued for breaching dog controls, including dog fouling, in Rhondda Cynon Taf since 2017. The figure was revealed in a council cabinet report as councillors consider extending two public space protection orders (PSPOs) on dog controls for another three years. The PSPOs are due to expire on September 30. - [Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman warns drivers of tough penalties for speeding in new 20mph zones](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/chief-constable-amanda-blakeman-warns-drivers-of-tough-penalties-for-speeding-in-new-20mph-zones/) - By Richard Evans NORTH Wales Police’s highest ranking officer has warned that drivers caught speeding over 30 mph in new 20 mph zones could face tough penalties. But Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman admitted that a period of “grace and education” would be needed to support people and communities through what she described as a “significant” - [Gwynedd council standards watchdogs still awaiting decision over allegations against members](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/gwynedd-council-standards-watchdogs-still-awaiting-decision-over-allegations-against-members/) - GWYNEDD council standards watchdogs have received no new decisions from the Ombudsman over complaints. In a report concerning “allegations against members” the Standards Committee heard that nothing new had come from the investigative body since its last report. The Ombudsman is the body which has the legal power to look into complaints about public services - [Powys Finance Panel to receive progress update on 'Sustainable Powys' plan](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/powys-finance-panel-to-receive-progress-update-on-sustainable-powys-plan/) - MEMBERS of the Finance Panel are set to receive a progress update on the plan to transform Powys County Council’s services. But for now, it is probable that the rest of Powys’s residents will be kept in the dark on how the Liberal Democrat/Labour/Green administration is set to revamp council services in the hope it - [Royal Gwent and Nevill Hall Hospitals receive Top Award for cancer care](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/royal-gwent-and-nevill-hall-hospitals-receive-top-award-for-cancer-care/) - Royal Gwent and Nevill Hall Hospitals have both received a national award for their commitment to patients living with incurable blood cancer. Both hospitals from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board were today presented with the Myeloma UK Clinical Service Excellence Programme (CSEP) Award in recognition of their outstanding care and dedication to patients with - [Police partnership work leads to £1 million drugs seizure](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-partnership-work-leads-to-1-million-drugs-seizure/) - A man from Merseyside was stopped by West Mercia police on the 12th of June 2023 as part of a joint operation run by Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit for Southern Wales, and the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit (NWROCU). The 45-year-old man from Liverpool was carrying 105kgs of Amphetamine with a - [Team Evans takes on Long Course Weekend to raise funds for Prince Philip chemo unit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/team-evans-takes-on-long-course-weekend-to-raise-funds-for-prince-philip-chemo-unit/) - Team Evans – a fabulous fundraising team of over 30 family and friends – is taking on The Wales 5k running event at Long Course Weekend on 2nd July to raise funds for the chemotherapy unit in Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli. Last August triathlete Wayne Evans was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer with further - [Police and Crime Commissioner hosts Welsh Government's National Advisor for Violence against Women and Girls and Older People's Commissioner for Wales at Police Headquarters](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-and-crime-commissioner-hosts-welsh-governments-national-advisor-for-violence-against-women-and-girls-and-older-peoples-commissioner-for-wales-at-police-headquarters/) - On Monday 26 June 2023, Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn hosted discussions on domestic abuse and violence against women and girls at Dyfed-Powys Police with Johanna Robinson, Welsh Government's National Advisor for Violence Against Women and Girls, Helena Herklots who is the Older People's Commissioner for Wales and Asif Asfar who is the Association - [RSPCA pleads with owners to neuter their rabbits after tackling heartbreaking cases](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rspca-pleads-with-owners-to-neuter-their-rabbits-after-tackling-heartbreaking-cases/) - Irresponsible breeders are contributing to a surge in unwanted rabbits that have left RSPCA animal centres swamped - with a whopping 48% rise in rabbits being taken in last year.. This Rabbit Awareness Week (June 26-30), the animal charity is calling on people to prevent the growth of unwanted litters by neutering and promptly sexing - [Restriction on high fat, sugar and salt products to be introduced](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/restriction-on-high-fat-sugar-and-salt-products-to-be-introduced/) - New legislation to restrict the placement and price promotion of products high in fat, sugar and salt is to be introduced in Wales. The new law, which will be introduced in 2024 and will be rolled out across Wales by 2025, builds on the commitment to improve diets and help prevent obesity by restricting the - [26 days left until the Royal Welsh show](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/26-days-left-until-the-royal-welsh-show/) - THE Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) held the inaugural Official Show Launch at the Senedd in Cardiff Bay on Wednesday 28th June 2023. With only 26 days to go before the Royal Welsh Show, RWAS members, Members of the Senedd, key sponsors, media partners, and industry representatives came together to hear about what's in store - [Widespread anger as Stradey Park Hotel staff to be made redundant](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/widespread-anger-as-stradey-park-hotel-staff-to-be-made-redundant/) - THERE was widespread anger today as nearly 100 workers at Llanelli’s Stradey Park Hotel were told they were being made redundant. Full-time and part-time staff were asked to attend a meeting this morning to be told they were being made redundant from July 10. Senior staff members had been sent an email by hotel owners - [Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth announces make up of Senedd team "dedicated to a fairer, greener, ambitious, more prosperous Wales"](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-leader-rhun-ap-iorwerth-announces-make-up-of-senedd-team-dedicated-to-a-fairer-greener-ambitious-more-prosperous-wales/) - Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS has today announced the make-up of his Senedd team dedicated to a "fairer, greener, ambitious, more prosperous Wales". Mr ap Iorwerth said the party's focus in the Senedd would be "firmly" on key issues including the NHS, housing and the rising cost of living. The Plaid - [First Wales Agriculture Bill gets the go-ahead](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-wales-agriculture-bill-gets-the-go-ahead/) - Senedd Members have voted in favour of the first made-in-Wales Agriculture Bill which will be key in supporting farmers and sustainable food production for generations to come. The Bill, which has been led by the Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths, will now seek Royal Assent, and if approved, is expected to come into force in - [First Minister announces Welsh Government's legislative programme](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-minister-announces-welsh-governments-legislative-programme/) - Reform is the driving force behind the Welsh Government Bills which will be introduced in Wales over the next year. Announcing his legislative priorities, the First Minister said the Bills will make positive change for the people of Wales. Legislation to be introduced in the next Senedd term include: A Bus Bill to reform and - [SeaQuarium Seals at risk as work continues on Rhyl coastal defences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/seaquarium-seals-at-risk-as-work-continues-on-rhyl-coastal-defences/) - By Richard Evans SIX seals at a Rhyl aquarium could become chronically ill due to ongoing noisy coastal defence work on the town’s promenade, says a marine wildlife centre. Rhyl’s SeaQuarium says the council’s coastal defence works are threatening both the safety of animals and the future of the visitor attraction. The centre has been - [Carmarthenshire council behaved 'unreasonably' when rejecting One Planet Development application, says planning inspector](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/carmarthenshire-council-behaved-unreasonably-when-rejecting-one-planet-development-application-says-planning-inspector/) - A MAN whose hopes of living off the land in a One Planet Development were dashed by Carmarthenshire councillors has won a planning appeal, and will also be awarded costs. The planning inspector who ruled in applicant Stephen Morris’s favour said the council behaved unreasonably when its planning committee voted against a recommendation by officers - [RNLI and Swansea Council issue beach BBQ warning](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rnli-and-swansea-council-issue-beach-bbq-warning/) - RNLI lifeguards are starting their morning shift at Swansea beaches by putting out the leftovers of the night before thoughtlessly left behind by revellers. Now the the RNLI and Swansea Council are joining forces to highlight the problem which can cause severe burns to the unwary. Cyril Anderson, Cabinet Member for Community Services, said: "It's - [Man from Crosskeys recalled to prison after breaching licence conditions](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/man-from-crosskeys-recalled-to-prison-after-breaching-licence-conditions/) - DANIEL Rowlands, 37, has breached his licence conditions following his release from prison in April last year. We're appealing for information to find Daniel Rowlands from Crosskeys. Rowlands, 37, breached his licence conditions following his release from prison on Friday 2 April 2022 and is now recalled to prison. He had received a sentence of 10 - [Beaumaris Lifeboat launches in search of paddle-boarders in distress](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/beaumaris-lifeboat-launches-in-search-of-paddle-boarders-in-distress/) - AT 6.15 pm on Monday the 26 June 2023, the volunteer crew members of the Beaumaris lifeboat launched on exercise near Penmon point but at 6.59 pm they received a tasking request from H.M. Coastguard relating to two paddleboarders reported to be in difficulties by Benllech beach. Beaumaris Atlantic 85 'Annette Mary Liddington"RNLI/A Robinson Beaumaris - [Royal Gwent & Nevill Hall Hospitals receive top national award for cancer care](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/royal-gwent-nevill-hall-hospitals-receive-top-national-award-for-cancer-care/) - ROYAL Gwent and Nevill Hall Hospitals have both received a national award for their commitment to patients living with incurable blood cancer. Both hospitals from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board were today presented with the Myeloma UK Clinical Service Excellence Programme (CSEP) Award in recognition of their outstanding care and dedication to patients with - [NHS charity funds CBT for patients receiving anti-cancer treatment with menopause symptoms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/nhs-charity-funds-cbt-for-patients-receiving-anti-cancer-treatment-with-menopause-symptoms/) - THANKS to generous donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has funded cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for those experiencing menopause symptoms when receiving anti-cancer treatment for breast cancer. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a talking therapy that can help people manage their symptoms by changing the way they - [First Minister announces Welsh Government legislative programme](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-minister-announces-welsh-government-legislative-programme/) - REFORM is the driving force behind the Welsh Government Bills which will be introduced in Wales over the next year. Announcing his legislative priorities, the First Minister said the Bills will make positive change for the people of Wales. Legislation to be introduced in the next Senedd term include: A Bus Bill to reform and - [Thousands of new jobs created in Wales through inward investments](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/thousands-of-new-jobs-created-in-wales-through-inward-investments/) - More than 3,000 jobs were created in Wales over the last year thanks to inward investments – the best results recorded in five years, new figure published today show. The UK Department for Business & Trade annual report on Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in the UK for 2022-23 published today shows the number of jobs - [Swansea to welcome athletes for iron Man event](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/swansea-to-welcome-athletes-for-iron-man-event/) - On Sunday 16 July, almost 2,000 athletes will line up at the Prince of Wales Dock ready to race in the 2nd edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea. Athletes start off by taking a 1.2mile (1.9km) loop of the swim, before heading into a one-loop 56mile (90km) bike ride through Mumbles, along roads that hug the - [Historic Wales Agriculture Bill final stage to be voted on](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/historic-wales-agriculture-bill-final-stage-to-be-voted-on/) - The first-ever made-in-Wales Agriculture Bill moves to its final stage of Senedd scrutiny today (Tuesday, 27 June) Should the vote on the historic Bill be passed by Senedd Members later this evening, it will then seek Royal Assent, and if received, it will become law in Wales. The Wales Agriculture Bill paves the way for - [Elusen GIG yn ariannu Therapi Gwybyddol Ymddygiadol ar gyfer cleifion sy'n cael triniaeth gwrth-ganser sydd â symptomau menopos](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/elusen-gig-yn-ariannu-therapi-gwybyddol-ymddygiadol-ar-gyfer-cleifion-syn-cael-triniaeth-gwrth-ganser-sydd-a-symptomau-menopos/) - Diolch i roddion hael, mae Elusennau Iechyd Hywel Dda, elusen swyddogol Bwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Hywel Dda, wedi ariannu therapi gwybyddol ymddygiadol ar gyfer y rhai sy'n profi symptomau menopos wrth gael triniaeth gwrth-ganser ar gyfer canser y fron. Therapi siarad yw therapi gwybyddol ymddygiadol a all helpu pobl i reoli eu symptomau trwy newid - [282,000 households in Wales hit by Tory mortgage penalty](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/282000-households-in-wales-hit-by-tory-mortgage-penalty/) - 282,000 households in Wales have been hit by the Tory mortgage penalty as families face annual mortgage payment increases of £2,000 this year under the Conservatives. Labour analysis reveals that household finances in Wales will be put under more pressure than ever by Conservative mismanagement of the economy. Analysis from the Labour Party allows people to - [Animal Rights group allege new photos suggest Lidl 'lied' about 'Animal Cruelty Scandal'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/animal-rights-group-allege-new-photos-suggest-lidl-lied-about-animal-cruelty-scandal/) - An animal rights group claim that new photos suggest that meat supplied by chicken producer 2 Sisters is on sale in Lidl despite the retailer claiming it was ‘not supplied by [2 Sisters]’ after undercover footage emerged accusing Lidl of permitting animal cruelty on its supplier farms. However, despite internal Lidl documents listing the company - [Ground-breaking Swansea Bay service shortlisted for national award](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/ground-breaking-swansea-bay-service-shortlisted-for-national-award/) - A GROUND-breaking Swansea Bay service which uses art as a platform to tackle mental health, wellbeing and trauma among staff has been shortlisted for a national award. Sharing HOPE complements current systems to help health board staff who have concerns or are struggling with particular issues. It delivers a wide range of arts-based events to - [Spectacular Light Trail experience set to return to Margam Country Park for festive period](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/spectacular-light-trail-experience-set-to-return-to-margam-country-park-for-festive-period/) - LUMINATE, the spectacular after dark light trail will be returning for a fourth year to South Wales hosted again at the much-loved Margam Country Park in Port Talbot. The event will run from November 24th through to 31st December (excluding Christmas Day) 2023. The captivating light trail will weave a mile long route around the - [North Wales Police to join in celebrating Response Policing week](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/north-wales-police-to-join-in-celebrating-response-policing-week/) - THIS week, North Wales Police are joining forces across the country to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and resilience of response police officers. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=embed_video&v=3046024085542382 Starting today (June 26th), Response Policing week recognises the vital role of our response officers who keep our communities safe to make North Wales the safest place to live, work and - [First keyhole spinal op in Swansea Bay sees patient back home the same day](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-keyhole-spinal-op-in-swansea-bay-sees-patient-back-home-the-same-day/) - Keyhole surgery for people with a debilitating spinal condition has been carried out for the first time in Swansea Bay. For some patients the minimally invasive procedure, known as an endoscopic discectomy, avoids the need for an overnight hospital bed. The first case was successfully carried out at Neath Port Talbot Hospital by consultant spinal - [Veteran Aware status for Hywel Dda University Health Board](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/veteran-aware-status-for-hywel-dda-university-health-board/) - Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) has become the latest to achieve Veteran Aware accreditation, formally recognising its commitment to the Armed Forces community. The accreditation means that 153 NHS England providers across England and four NHS Wales Health Boards are now accredited as Veteran Aware. The Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA) aims to accredit - [Police in Cardiff are re-appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of Shane Barnett](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-in-cardiff-are-re-appealing-for-information-regarding-the-whereabouts-of-shane-barnett/) - Police in Cardiff are re-appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of Shane Barnett who is still missing Shane, aged 48, last seen in leaving the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff on Sunday 7 May. Extensive enquiries have been carried out to locate Shane but there have been no confirmed sightings since he was seen on - [Read all about it – new funding to support local journalism in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/read-all-about-it-new-funding-to-support-local-journalism-in-wales/) - The Welsh Government is making £200,000 available to help strengthen local journalism in Wales, Deputy Minister for Arts, Sport & Tourism, Dawn Bowden has announced today. The Co-operation Agreement with Plaid Cymru has a commitment to fund existing and new enterprises to improve Welsh-based journalism to tackle the information deficit. Independent community media organisations are - [New Police Now trainee detectives land in Gwent Police today](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-police-now-trainee-detectives-land-in-gwent-police-today/) - Ten new trainee detective constables land in Gwent Police today (Monday 26th June), having just completed Police Now's National Detective Programme academy. The 13-week residential academy began in March when almost 230 new officers – who all join their respective forces across England and Wales today – began their intensive training together. They have developed - [Police appeal for information on theft at Tesco, Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-appeal-for-information-regarding-theft-of-spirits-from-llanellis-tesco-store-trostre/) - DYFED-Powys Police is investigating the theft of spirits and groceries from the Tesco Extra store in Parc Trostre, Llanelli on Tuesday, 13th June 2023. Included in the theft was spirits to the value of over £5500. Officers are appealing for help to identify the people in the image as they may have information which could - [First female senior Coroner in Wales announced](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-female-senior-coroner-in-wales-announced/) - THE first Welsh speaking woman to assume the role of Senior Coroner in Wales has been announced. Cyngor Gwynedd says it is “delighted” to announce the appointment of Kate Robertson (formerly Sutherland) as His Majesty’s Senior Coroner for North West Wales, covering the counties of Gwynedd and Anglesey. Kate, who has been serving as Acting - [Gwynedd Councillors issues apology after replying to Welsh-language emails in German](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/gwynedd-councillors-issues-apology-after-replying-to-welsh-language-emails-in-german/) - A GWYNEDD councillor issued an apology after she replied to Welsh-language emails in German. Councillor Louise Hughes was suspended for a month back in April after sending the replies to Howard Huws in December 2021, and February 2022. Mr Huws was a member of the Cylch yr Iaith, a group which promotes the use of - [Councillor who called for declaration of climate emergency in Carmarthenshire takes net zero commitment forward](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/councillor-who-called-for-declaration-of-climate-emergency-in-carmarthenshire-takes-net-zero-commitment-forward/) - FOUR years ago a relative newcomer to the debating chamber at County Hall called on councillors to declare a climate emergency and put Carmarthenshire on a path to becoming a net zero carbon council by 2030. Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen’s motion was passed – and now he is now in charge of making the net - [Former Swansea bar with controversial dome feature set to be knocked down](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/former-swansea-bar-with-controversial-dome-feature-set-to-be-knocked-down/) - A FORMER Swansea bar with a controversial dome on it could be knocked down and turned into flats. The owner of the vacant City Bar, St Thomas, had a dispute with the council’s planning department about the dome and was told to dismantle it. The owner has now submitted a pre-application enquiry to the council - [Crowds turn out for Armed Forces Day](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/crowds-turn-out-for-armed-forces-day/) - Llanelli turned out in force today to support the Armed Forces Day. Crowds lined the streets to clap as the veterans and cadets marched from Spring Gardens along Stepney Street and along Vaughan Street. Armed Forces Day focuses on celebrating the living current and ex service personnel. The members of the armed forces gathered to - [Youth Work Week begins in Ceredigion](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/youth-work-week-begins-in-ceredigion/) - YOUTH Work Week in Wales will take place between 23 and 30 June 2023. It is an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the impact and diversity of Youth Work across Wales. What is Youth Work? The key purpose of youth work is to “enable young people to develop holistically, working with them to facilitate their - [Wind-farm substation planning sparks fears in local village](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/fears-of-semi-industrialisation-of-village-sparked-over-wind-farm-substation-planning/) - By Richard Evans A WIND-farm substation has sparked fears over the loss of agricultural land and that a rural village will end up “semi-industrial”. Both Denbighshire and Conwy councils have written to Mona Offshore Wind Farm Ltd over concerns about a 107-turbine wind farm planned off the coast of North Wales – with the underground - [Asylum seekers to start arriving at Stradey Park Hotel from July 10, leader of Carmarthenshire Council says](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/asylum-seekers-to-start-arriving-at-stradey-park-hotel-from-july-10-leader-of-carmarthenshire-council-says/) - GROUPS of up to 55 asylum seekers will start arriving at a hotel on the outskirts of Llanelli from July 10, the leader of Carmarthenshire Council has said. Cllr Darren Price said the Stradey Park Hotel and Spa would house a total of 241 asylum seekers, and that their demographic make-up wouldn’t be known until - [Public protest over Hydrogen Plant proposal in Bridgend](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/public-protest-over-hydrogen-plant-proposal-in-bridgend/) - PROTESTS have taken place outside the Bridgend Council offices in Angel Street this week, after a planning application to build a new hydrogen plant at Brynmenyn industrial estate was submitted to the county borough council earlier this year. The demonstration lasted for around three hours before the council’s monthly Full Council meeting on June 21, - [Pottery Celeb looks to convert Capel Salem in Pwlleli into pottery studio](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/pottery-celeb-looks-to-convert-capel-salem-in-pwlleli-into-pottery-studio/) - THE star of Channel 4’s The Great Pottery Throw Down is seeking permission to convert a dilapidated Grade II listed Gwynedd chapel. Keith Brymer Jones, a master potter, and his wife Marjory Hogarth purchased Capel Salem in the centre of Pwllheli last year. Previously owned by the Presbyterian Church of Wales, it dates back to - [Planning for Towy Valley cycle path approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/planning-for-towy-valley-cycle-path-approved/) - PLANS for the main section of a cycle path along Carmarthenshire’s Towy Valley have been approved, although the easternmost section to Llandeilo has been dropped. A planning officer told members of the council’s planning committee that the short stretch between Ffairfach and Llandeilo was being omitted because of a proposed road bypass. The Towy Valley - [Reckless motorist banned from the roads after narrowly missing police horses and pedestrians in attempt to evade police](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/reckless-motorist-banned-from-the-roads-after-narrowly-missing-police-horses-and-pedestrians-in-attempt-to-evade-police/) - A motorist has been banned from driving for three years after swerving onto a pavement to evade the orders of two mounted officers in Porthcawl. The officers were on patrol with police horses Max and Hamilton when they saw a Vauxhall Vivaro van being driven with a traffic cone stuck under its front grill. They - [Working together to Protect our Countryside #DawnsGlaw 2023](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/working-together-to-protect-our-countryside-dawnsglaw-2023/) - Operation #DawnsGlaw is an All-Wales Multi-Agency Task Force, initially established to reduce the incidents of deliberately set grass fires across Wales. Now in its seventh year, the role and remit of the task force continues to expand to include a focus on accidental fires, as well as increased engagement with farmers and landowners around land - [Llanelli learners to benefit from a boost in work experience investment says local Senedd Member Lee Waters](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/llanelli-learners-to-benefit-from-a-boost-in-work-experience-investment-says-local-senedd-member-lee-waters/) - The Welsh Government will invest £500,000 in a scheme to provide young people across Wales with work experience to reach their full potential. The scheme will support up to 500 learners aged 14-16, who are at risk of leaving education. These young people will gain a high quality work experience placement, in a sector that - [Police investigate fatal collision between Llanelli and Llangennech](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-investigate-fatal-collision-between-llanelli-and-llangennech/) - Officers are investigating a collision on the A4138 between Llanelli and Llangennech in the early hours of this morning (23 June). At approximately 2.30am, Dyfed-Powys Police received a report of a collision involving a Mercedes Sprinter van, a DAF HGV and a Volvo HGV. Tragically the driver of the van was pronounced dead at the - [Police appeal for information to find missing teenager](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-appeal-for-information-to-find-missing-teenager/) - South Wales Police is appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of 17-year-old Laiba who has been reported missing. Laiba was last seen on Newport Road, Roath, Cardiff around 5pm on Wednesday evening, 21st June. She is described as Asian, around 5ft 5in tall, of slim to medium build. There is concern for her welfare. Laiba, - [School issues statement over tragic death of pupil ](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/school-issues-statement-over-tragic-death-of-pupil/) - Port Talbot’s St Joseph’s Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre has issued a statement regarding the death of a pupil at Aberavon Beach. The statement says :“We are deeply saddened by the news of the tragic and unexpected passing away of one of our Year 11 pupils. We have set up provision for support with - [Dathlu Wythnos Gwaith Ieuenctid 2023](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/dathlu-wythnos-gwaith-ieuenctid-2023/) - Mae Wythnos Gwaith Ieuenctid yng Nghymru yn cael ei gynnal rhwng 23 a 30 Mehefin 2023. Mae'n gyfle i arddangos a dathlu effaith ac amrywiaeth Gwaith Ieuenctid ledled Cymru. Beth yw Gwaith Ieuenctid? Prif ddiben gwaith ieuenctid yw "galluogi pobl ifanc i ddatblygu'n gyfannol, gan weithio gyda nhw i hwyluso eu datblygiad personol, cymdeithasol - [Game, set, match for children fed by Mary's Meals](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/game-set-match-for-children-fed-by-marys-meals/) - Children who received Mary's Meals at school in Malawi win a gold medal at the Special Olympic World Games A boy and girl who received Mary's Meals at school in Malawi have won the gold medal in mixed doubles tennis at the Special Olympic World Games. Hannah Winesi and Patrick Sichamba, who both have additional - ["Re-join the single market to undo Brexit damage" says Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/re-join-the-single-market-to-undo-brexit-damage-says-plaid-cymru-leader-rhun-ap-iorwerth/) - Wales and the rest of the UK should re-join the single market to undo the economic damage caused by Brexit, Plaid Cymru has said. Speaking on the seventh anniversary of the Brexit referendum, Plaid Cymru's new leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS outlined "immediate practical steps" Wales and the rest of the UK could take - [Building momentum in the global fight against climate change](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/building-momentum-in-the-global-fight-against-climate-change/) - "The wealth of knowledge and expertise throughout these states and regions is huge and gives me hope we can fight against climate change and set the global path to zero emissions by 2050." Those were the words of Climate Change Minister Julie James after attending an Under2 Coalition's ministerial meeting in Brussels to advocate for - [Welsh Government on track to double the number of employee-owned businesses in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-government-on-track-to-double-the-number-of-employee-owned-businesses-in-wales/) - The Welsh Government is on track to more than double the number of businesses in Wales that are owned by their employees as part of efforts to ensure Wales-based companies remain in Welsh hands, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething said today. The Welsh Government’s Programme for Government commitment is to double the number of employee-owned businesses - [Llanelli MP thanks UK Armed Forces personnel recruited from Carmarthenshire ahead of Armed Forces Day](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/llanelli-mp-thanks-uk-armed-forces-personnel-recruited-from-carmarthenshire-ahead-of-armed-forces-day/) - To mark Armed Forces Day this Saturday [24 June 2022], Dame Nia Griffith MP for Llanelli has paid tribute to the many UK Armed Forces personnel that hail from Llanelli and Carmarthenshire. Dame Nia Griffith MP said that “I am deeply proud of the 5,900 of UK Armed Forces personnel recruited from Wales, especially those - [Charity to host 47 visitors from Wales' twin country, Lesotho](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/charity-to-host-47-visitors-from-wales-twin-country-lesotho/) - Dolen Cymru Lesotho are delighted to announce that we will be hosting 47 visitors from Wales’ twin country, Lesotho in Southern Africa throughout June 2023. Since we have been able to re-start our volunteer placement and exchange opportunities after COVID-19, we are excited to offer for the first time, placements for learners in addition to - [Enillydd Gwobrau Ymgyrch Fwyaf Dylanwadol: Prosiect 'Beat the Street' Actif](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/enillydd-gwobrau-ymgyrch-fwyaf-dylanwadol-prosiect-beat-the-street-actif/) - Mae tîm hamdden Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin Chwaraeon a Hamdden Actif, yn falch o gyhoeddi bod ei brosiect, 'Beat the Street', wedi ennill gwobr fawreddog Ymgyrch Fwyaf Dylanwadol yng Ngwobrau Diwydiant Chwaraeon cyntaf Cymdeithas Chwaraeon Cymru. 'Mae 'Beat the Street', sydd â'r nod o fynd i'r afael ag anghydraddoldebau iechyd yn ardal Llanelli, wedi cael effaith - [Actif's 'Beat the Street' Project wins 'Most Influential Campaign Award'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/actifs-beat-the-street-project-wins-most-influential-campaign-award/) - Carmarthenshire County Council's Leisure team, Actif Sport and Leisure, is thrilled to announce that their project, 'Beat the Street', has been honoured with the prestigious Most Influential Campaign award in Welsh Sports Association (WSA) first-ever Sports Industry Awards. 'Beat the Street', aimed at tackling health inequalities in the Llanelli area, has made a significant impact - [White Knights Chess Club 50th Anniversary Tournament](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/white-knights-chess-club-50th-anniversary-tournament/) - White Knights Chess Club were formed in 1973 so have been celebrating their 50th Anniversary this summer. To commemorate the occasion a 50th Anniversary quickplay tournament was held on Saturday 17th June 2023. Both current and ex members were invited and it was great to see 20 members attend this special occasion. The event was - [Cost-of-living tops talks for UK Finance Ministers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/cost-of-living-tops-talks-for-uk-finance-ministers/) - Finance Ministers from across the UK met today in Cardiff, with the cost-of-living crisis continuing to dominate talks. Topics for discussion included inflation, energy security and public spending pressures – each set against the backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis which continues to affect many aspects of people's everyday lives. Welsh Government Minister for Finance and - [Gwefan newydd sydd yn cynnwys podlediadau gan ddisgyblion rai o ysgolion Llanelli yw Hanesion Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/gwefan-newydd-sydd-yn-cynnwys-podlediadau-gan-ddisgyblion-rai-o-ysgolion-llanelli-yw-hanesion-llanelli/) - Fe grëwyd y podlediadau fel ran o brosiect Hanesion Llanelli a luniwyd gan John Derek Rees Swyddog Datblygu Menter Cwm Gwendraeth Elli. Fe gafodd pob un eu recordio a’u cynhyrchu gan Steffan Huw Crocker. Cyflwynwyd hanes lleol i’r ysgolion gan gynnwys Ysgol Penrhos, Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant, Ysgol Gymraeg Bryn Sierfel, Ysgol Pwll, Ysgol Maes - [Family of David Ejimofor issue tribute](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/family-of-david-ejimofor-issue-tribute/) - It is with heavy hearts and immense grief that we announce the sudden death of our beloved David Ejimofor, a son, brother, cousin, nephew, and friend. Our beloved David, a vibrant and promising young boy aged 15, tragically lost his life in a drowning accident at Aberavon beach on 19th June 2023. He is a - [Parcels of land secured for cycle path, Llandeilo to Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/parcels-of-land-secured-for-cycle-path-from-llandeilo-to-carmarthen/) - FIVE parcels of land have been secured by Carmarthenshire Council for a new cycle path linking Llandeilo with Carmarthen, and agreement has been reached for a further six. The authority has nurtured plans for the 16-mile leisure and commuting path for years but its construction has been hampered by a lack of funding and the - [Parking costs in Pembrokeshire's national park set to increase next year](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/parking-costs-in-pembrokeshires-national-park-set-to-increase-next-year/) - CHARGES in Pembrokeshire’s national park car parks are set to rise by 50 per cent next year following a decision by members today, June 21. The changes will see the rate for up to one hour increase from £1 to £1.50, two hours to £3, a new up to four hours rate of £4.50, and - [Chief Executive of NHS Wales responds to latest performance data](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/chief-executive-of-nhs-wales-responds-to-latest-performance-data/) - NHS Wales Chief Executive Judith Paget has responded to the latest NHS Wales performance data for April and May 2023. She said: "Our NHS continues to see historically high levels of demand, but our dedicated, hard-working staff continue to provide high quality care every day. "I am pleased to see continued improvement in timeliness - [Taxi driver who raped a customer in Cardiff jailed for 11 years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/taxi-driver-who-raped-a-customer-in-cardiff-jailed-for-11-years/) - JAKIR Hussain, 39, picked up his victim in Cardiff city centre and asked to use her bathroom when they arrived at her address. After first locking her in his taxi and then following her into the house, he made his way into her bedroom where he raped her. Hussain, from Grangetown, was arrested two weeks - [Survivors of domestic abuse encouraged to attend advising event to share views and experiences of North Wales Police](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/survivors-of-domestic-abuse-encouraged-to-attend-advising-event-to-share-views-and-experiences-of-north-wales-police/) - AN informal event for domestic abuse survivors to share their views and experiences of how North Wales Police and its partners dealt with their case is to be hosted next month. The purpose of the event is to learn from your feedback and help to improve our service. We understand that attending the event may - [North Wales Police encourage Android phone users to keep emergency settings up to date](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/north-wales-police-encourage-android-phone-users-to-keep-emergency-settings-up-to-date/) - IF you have an Android phone, you can check your emergency settings to turn off the functionality added in the latest update. Go to ‘Settings’ then ‘Safety and Emergency’ and slide the button which says ‘Emergency SOS’ to switch the functionality off. Calls to 999 where the operator cannot hear anyone on the - [Welsh Water creates unique 'tennis ball' homes for harvest mice at Llandegfedd Lake](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-water-creates-unique-tennis-ball-homes-for-harvest-mice-at-llandegfedd-lake/) - Welsh Water has installed harvest mouse houses at Llandegfed reservoir using old tennis balls. The balls will protect the mice from bad weather and predators. Sport clubs can now donate their old tennis balls to Welsh Water for reuse. Welsh Water has unveiled an innovative wildlife conservation project which creates homes for harvest mice out - [How Ukrainian refugees are building a new life with employment in construction supported by the National Lottery](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/how-ukrainian-refugees-are-building-a-new-life-with-employment-in-construction-supported-by-the-national-lottery/) - "We believe that this project is important because it will not only improve the financial stability and independence of the individuals but also positively impact the local communities in Swansea" Says Vladimir Pavliiciuc, founder of CENTER "I, YOU, WE" CIC in Swansea. With support of a £10,000 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund, CENTER - [Bronglais cancer nurses surprised by floral tribute in new S4C series](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/bronglais-cancer-nurses-surprised-by-floral-tribute-in-new-s4c-series/) - Two of Bronglais Hospital's most senior cancer nurses are seen having the surprise of their lives in an episode of S4C's new series "Y 'Sgubor Flodau" (The Flower Barn) which airs at 9pm on Tues 27th June. The pair, who teamed up last year for an 85-mile Coastal Walk Challenge to raise money for - [Plaid Cymru says Labour lack of action on devolution of policing and justice “speaking louder than their words”](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-says-labour-lack-of-action-on-devolution-of-policing-and-justice-speaking-louder-than-their-words/) - Plaid Cymru has called again for powers over justice and policing to be fully devolved to Wales. The call, which is being debated today (Wednesday 21 June) in the Senedd includes making Welsh police forces fully accountable to the Senedd and for a distinct Welsh legal system to be established. Both Scotland and Northern Ireland - [Caerphilly County Borough Council shortlisted in excellence awards](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/caerphilly-county-borough-council-shortlisted-in-excellence-awards/) - Caerphilly County Borough Council is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2023 UKATA Excellence Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Caerphilly County Borough Council's commitment to excellence and acknowledges its outstanding contributions to the asbestos industry. The UKATA Excellence Awards were first held in 2018 to commemorate 10 years - [Brother and sister take on Long Course Weekend for charity](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/brother-and-sister-take-on-long-course-weekend-for-charity/) - Brother and sister Alfie and Amelie Hall plan to take on the LCKinder challenge at Long Course Weekend to raise funds for Hywel Dda Health Charities. The LCKinder Splash 'N' Dash takes place on 30th June 2023 and sees participants take on a surf run across Tenby's North Beach with huge crowds supporting them - [Free travel to mark Armed Forces Day](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/free-travel-to-mark-armed-forces-day/) - Serving members of the armed forces, veterans and cadets are being offered free bus travel this Saturday to show support for Armed Forces Day. First Bus has announced that free travel will be available to those in uniform or displaying valid identification on June 24 across its services in Wales, the West of England (including - [Grants available for private sector empty homes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/grants-available-for-private-sector-empty-homes/) - Caerphilly County Borough Council is reminding owners of empty homes that there is still time to apply for a grant to renovate their property. Through the Welsh Government National Empty Home Grant Programme grants of up to £25,000 are available to renovate empty properties to make them safe to live in and improve their energy - [Keeping you safe this summer!](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/keeping-you-safe-this-summer/) - Summer is finally here and at Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service we are ready with some essential safety advice to ensure that you enjoy a safe Summer. The warmer weather provides us with the perfect opportunity to venture out and enjoy the local countryside or beaches. Whether you've planned a staycation with - [Innovation Strategy launched for Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/innovation-strategy-launched-for-carmarthenshire/) - The Innovation Strategy for Carmarthenshire has been launched by partners, at Parc y Scarlets. Cllr. Darren Price, Leader of Carmarthenshire County Council, welcomed the Welsh Government’s Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters MS; UK Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Minister James Davies, partners and stakeholders to the event. The commissioned report, Exploring - [Family tribute following Abercynon fatal collision](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/family-tribute-following-abercynon-fatal-collision/) - The family of Teresa Griffiths, from Mountain Ash, who sadly lost her life following a road traffic collision on New Road, Abercynon on Tuesday 30th May have paid tribute to her. “The loss of Teresa to all of us is immeasurable. She was a such an amazing person, a wife, a mother, - [Senedd to debate health report into NHS dentistry after Welsh Lib Dems campaign for reform](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/senedd-to-debate-health-report-into-nhs-dentistry-after-welsh-lib-dems-campaign-for-reform/) - TOMORROW (Wednesday 21st June) the Senedd will debate the Health and Social Care Committee's report into NHS dentistry. Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds MS has made dentistry a priority since her election as a Member of the Senedd in 2021. In March this year, the party launched a Plan to Save NHS Dentistry, setting - [Pub in Aberystwyth raises over £4,000 for Head and Neck Cancer Services](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/pub-in-aberystwyth-raises-over-4000-for-head-and-neck-cancer-services/) - Aberystwyth pub The Hoptimist has raised an incredible £4,500 for Head and Neck Cancer Services at Hywel Dda University Health Board. Mike Daniel, a regular in the pub, was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2022 and received outstanding care and treatment from the Head and Neck Cancer Services team. Pub owner Lee Slaymaker said: "As - [Deputy Minister reveals figures of Creative Wales' first in-person showcase](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/deputy-minister-reveals-figures-of-creative-wales-first-in-person-showcase/) - THE Deputy Minister revealed the figures at Creative Wales' first in-person showcase event being held in Cardiff today, which will celebrate the sector's achievements and outline plans for future growth and development. Since its establishment, Creative Wales – the Welsh Government's creative agency - has invested £16.3m in production funding to 31 projects, generating over - [South Wales Police confirm identity of teenager who drowned at Aberavon](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/south-wales-police-confirm-identity-of-teenager-who-drowned-at-aberavon/) - SOUTH Wales Police can confirm that the teenage boy who drowned after getting into difficulty in the sea at Aberavon Beach was 15-year-old David Ejimofor from Aberavon. Detective Inspector Carl Price said: "We continue to interview witnesses and gather evidence to establish the circumstances that led to this very sad and tragic incident. We - [Operators of Burry Port Harbour enter into administration](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/operators-of-burry-port-harbour-enter-into-administration/) - THE company which operates Carmarthenshire’s only harbour has gone into administration. Carmarthenshire Council, which awarded a 150-year lease to Burry Port Marina Ltd in 2018, said it was working with administrators. But the company’s director, Chris Odling-Smee, said the administration order was to protect the business while a capital refinancing deal went through, and that - [Newly elected Rhun ap Iorwerth as Plaid Leader sets out plans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/newly-elected-plaid-cymru-leader-sets-out-promises-and-pledges/) - Plaid Cymru’s new leader promises to “keep making the case for Wales’s own future” Rhun ap Iorwerth MS, Plaid Cymru’s newly elected leader has laid down a clear challenge to the First Minister, stating that the Wales he is “striving” for is “more ambitious, fairer, greener, and more prosperous.” Mr ap Iorwerth, who was announced - [Family pays tribute to Martin Saunders after fatal collision](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/family-pays-tribute-to-martin-saunders-after-fatal-collision/) - THE family of Martin Saunders from the Mountain Ash area, who sadly lost his life in a road traffic collision on Cardiff Road, Mountain Ash on Saturday, 17th of June, have paid tribute to him. “Martin was only 48 when he taken from us, he was a wonderful son, father, Gransha and father-in-law. - [Great Western Railway to provide 26 trains for fans heading home from Harry Styles concerts](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/great-western-railway-to-provide-26-trains-for-fans-heading-home-from-harry-styles-concerts/) - Great Western Railway will provide 26 trains and nearly 15,000 seats for music fans leaving Cardiff following this week's Harry Styles concerts. GWR will operate 13 services from Cardiff Central following tomorrow night's concert, with the same number of services operating again on Wednesday night. Trains are, however, expected to be very busy, with thousands - [NHS '111 press 2' a big step forward for access to urgent mental health support](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/nhs-111-press-2-a-big-step-forward-for-access-to-urgent-mental-health-support/) - A new national phone line for people who require urgent mental health support is being launched today across Wales, the Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Lynne Neagle, has announced today. The NHS '111 press option 2' for mental health is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all ages. People - [Motorcyclist getting back in the saddle after traffic accident to thank brain injury unit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/motorcyclist-getting-back-in-the-saddle-after-traffic-accident-to-thank-brain-injury-unit/) - A motorcyclist who suffered a serious brain injury after coming off his bike is getting back in the saddle to help those who have supported him on his road to recovery. Darren Lewis was thrown from his motorbike while riding in Mumbles in May 2021 after a dog dashed out between two parked cars, causing - [Lab team clocks up the miles in thanks to bikers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/lab-team-clocks-up-the-miles-in-thanks-to-bikers/) - A team of Morriston Hospital staff has gone an extra six miles to mark a special anniversary of its partnership with two-wheeled volunteers. When Laboratory Medicine staff realised they had been collaborating with Blood Bikes Wales for a decade they decided to walk a mile for each year of the partnership to raise money for - [Police investigate robbery at shop in Llanishen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-investigate-robbery-at-shop-in-llanishen/) - South Wales Police is investigating a robbery at a shop in Llanishen, Cardiff. Police were called to The Local on the corner of Station Road and Kimberley Terrace at around 6.20am this morning (Monday, June 19) An unknown male threatened a member of staff with knife and stole packets of cigarettes after failing to get - [Tackling Poverty Plan approved by Cabinet](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/tackling-poverty-plan-approved-by-cabinet/) - Carmarthenshire County Council recognise that the current cost of living crisis is having a big impact on its residents and also acknowledge the longer-term generational impact that poverty has. To this extent, the Council is keen to address the root causes of poverty and find ways to support its residents to lift themselves out - [Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service support Drowning Prevention week](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/mid-and-west-wales-fire-and-rescue-service-support-drowning-prevention-week/) - We at Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service are supporting Drowning Prevention week by urging people to stay safe when near open water as we enter the summer months. Our aim is to raise awareness of water safety ahead of a summer outdoors. The risk to the public through accidental drowning increases significantly - [Wales flying high at Paris Air Show](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wales-flying-high-at-paris-air-show/) - WALES' Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething is flying the flag for the nation's aerospace companies at the Paris Air Show today and is using the visit to encourage companies interested in investing in the UK to make Wales their location of choice. The Minister's two-day visit coincides with Wales in France year, the Welsh Government's year-long - [Making the connection - new map celebrates Gaelic and Welsh place names](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/making-the-connection-new-map-celebrates-gaelic-and-welsh-place-names/) - THE Welsh and Scottish Gaelic languages will be showcased together in a brand-new map designed to promote the Slow Ways walking network across Britain. Printing the maps at Dennis Maps This is the most comprehensive contemporary map of Welsh and Gaelic place names across Wales and Scotland, and England where the names are known. Created - [North Wales Police Cyber Security Conference](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/north-wales-police-cyber-security-conference/) - NORTH Wales Police Cyber Crime Team in partnership with North Wales Police & Crime Commissioner and Wrexham Glyndwr University held a large scale cyber security event. Held on Wednesday 14th June at Wrexham Glyndwr University, the conference was attended by approximately 90 people including guest speakers from the National Cyber Security Centre, North West Regional - [Mid & West Wales Fire Service spread awareness during Drowning Prevention week](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/mid-west-wales-fire-service-spread-awareness-during-drowning-prevention-week/) - WE at Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service are supporting Drowning Prevention week by urging people to stay safe when near open water as we enter the summer months. Our aim is to raise awareness of water safety ahead of a summer outdoors. The risk to the public through accidental drowning increases significantly - [Paddleboarder shares her story after rescue by RNLI Lifeboats off Penarth coast](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/paddleboarder-shares-her-story-after-being-rescued-by-rnli-lifeboats-off-penarth-coast/) - WHEN Frankie Ingall headed into the sea off Penarth with her paddleboard, she was looking forward to spending time on the water with her friend Sarah-Jane. But a quick evening paddle soon turned into a terrifying experience. It was a calm spring day in May 2022, and both women are experienced outdoor swimmers and paddleboarders. - [Average pension pot size in Wales less than national average](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/average-pension-pot-size-in-wales-less-than-national-average/) - NEW analysis of more than 198,000 PensionBee customers, reveals savers in Wales have an average pension pot size of £13,563, a quarter less than the national average of £17,379. The data shows that savers in Northern Ireland have saved the least towards their retirement, with typically only £12,011 in their pension pots, 37% less than - [Youth Parliament members for Ceredigion visit Westminster](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/youth-parliament-members-for-ceredigion-visit-westminster/) - ON 13 June 2023, Aled Lewis, a Ysgol Gyfun Aberaeron pupil who represents Ceredigion in the UK Youth Parliament as Ceredigion's Member of Youth Parliament, and Ifan Meredith, a pupil at Ysgol Bro Pedr and Chair of Ceredigion Youth Council, travelled to London to meet Ceredigion MP, Ben Lake. The visit included a tour - [Refugees invited to get-together event held by Ceredigion Council](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/refugees-invited-to-get-together-event-held-by-ceredigion-council/) - REFUGEES living locally were invited to a get-together in the sun to mark Refugee Week, which is held between 19 and 25 June. Ukrainian, Afghan and Syrian refugees living in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire came to the event held at Gwersyll yr Urdd Llangrannog on Sunday, 11 June 2023. Ceredigion County Council arranged the event - [Police launch appeal following fatal collision at Mountain Ash](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-launch-appeal-following-fatal-collision-at-mountain-ash/) - South Wales Police is investigating a road traffic collision which happened on Cardiff Road, Mountain Ash, at around 4.50pm yesterday (Saturday 17 June). A bus was in collision with a motorcycle and, despite the best efforts of emergency services, the motorcyclist, a 32-year-old man from Mountain Ash, was declared deceased at the scene. Inspector Dai - [20-year-old jailed for raping woman at a halls of residence in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/20-year-old-jailed-for-raping-woman-at-a-halls-of-residence-in-cardiff/) - A man has been jailed for raping at a woman at a halls of residence in Cardiff. CCTV showed Preet Vikal carrying the victim in his arms and later across his shoulders in the city centre. The 20-year-old admitted the rape committed during the early hours of June 4, 2022. The victim has described being - [Man jailed for drugs offences after he was caught on camera by police helicopter.](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/man-jailed-for-drugs-offences-after-he-was-caught-on-camera-by-police-helicopter/) - Chiko Moyo, 18, was found in possession of 57 wraps of crack cocaine and 16 wraps of heroin in Anderson Park, Adamsdown. Footage from National Police Air Service (NPAS) captures the moment Moyo, from Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff, was arrested. It was a spontaneous arrest by plain-clothed officers who were patrolling the park as part of - [Wind farm in Rhondda set to be discussed by Council](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wind-farm-in-rhondda-set-to-be-discussed-by-council/) - PLANS for a wind farm in Rhondda Cynon Taf which could power more than 15,000 homes are set to be discussed by councillors but it’s up to a planning inspector to make a final decision. The application for the wind farm with seven turbines on land at Mynydd y Glyn, to the east of Trebanog, - [New operating theatres for Neath Port Talbot Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-operating-theatres-for-neath-port-talbot-hospital/) - THREE new operating theatres for orthopaedic and spinal procedures have opened at Neath Port Talbot Hospital and patients are already going under the knife. The theatres are expected to make a dent in long waiting lists in Swansea Bay for things like hip, shoulder and back surgery which lengthened further during the coronavirus pandemic. The - [School's policy is 'no shorts to school for boys' despite sweltering heat](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/schools-policy-is-no-shorts-to-school-for-boys-despite-sweltering-heat/) - The parent of a boy who attends Coedcae School in Llanelli claims her son wore a skirt to school in order to wear a pair of shorts underneath because of the sweltering heat. The parent who did not wish to be named said that she would like to see the school amend the clothing dress - [Rhun ap Iorwerth MS confirmed as Leader of Plaid Cymru](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rhun-ap-iorwerth-ms-confirmed-as-leader-of-plaid-cymru/) - Rhun ap Iorwerth MS has been confirmed as the new Leader of Plaid Cymru. On his confirmation, Mr ap Iorwerth said leading Plaid Cymru was an "honour" and pledged to lead a party that would offer a "home for everyone who is ambitious about creating a fairer, greener, more prosperous society [...] for those - [UN praises Welsh Government’s LGBTQ+ Action Plan for Wales as ‘example of good practice in human rights policymaking’](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/un-praises-welsh-governments-lgbtq-action-plan-for-wales-as-example-of-good-practice-in-human-rights-policymaking/) - The Welsh Government's LGBTQ+ Action Plan for Wales has been praised as an 'example of good practice in human rights policymaking' by a UN report. Two of the key aims of the Action Plan are to strengthen understanding of LGBTQ+ people's human rights and improve their understanding of how to assert their human rights. Following - [Deputy Minister confirms majority of bus services will be protected thanks to £46m fund](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/deputy-minister-confirms-majority-of-bus-services-will-be-protected-thanks-to-46m-fund/) - The majority of bus services in Wales will be protected thanks to a new transitional scheme announced by the Welsh Government today (Friday, June 16). Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters published details of the Bus Transition Fund this morning in a joint statement with the WLGA and bus operators. The Deputy Minister with responsibility - [Important step towards Net Zero and ‘significant infrastructure projects Wales deserves’](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/important-step-towards-net-zero-and-significant-infrastructure-projects-wales-deserves/) - Modernising and simplifying the processes behind developing infrastructure projects in Wales is at the heart of a new bill laid before the Senedd today (Monday, June 12). Climate Change Minister Julie James described the new Infrastructure (Wales) Bill as an 'important step' towards delivering on renewable energy targets as Wales moves towards net zero by - [Welsh Government donates fire truck to Ukraine's Kharkiv Airport following appeal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-government-donates-fire-truck-to-ukraines-kharkiv-airport-following-appeal/) - Wales is donating a specialised airport fire truck to Kharkiv Airport in Ukraine in response to an appeal following a missile attack which left the airport's original fire truck damaged beyond repair. Following Russia's illegal and unprovoked war against Ukraine, Kharkiv Airport was forced to halt its operations in February 2022. In April 2022, the - [Paramedics switch gears at TT motorsport festival](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/paramedics-switch-gears-at-tt-motorsport-festival/) - PARAMEDICS from the Welsh Ambulance Service have been supporting the world-famous TT motorsport festival in the Isle of Man. Every May and June, the world’s greatest road racers gather on the Isle of Man to test themselves against the 37.73 mile ‘Mountain Course’ carved out of the island’s public roads. The festival attracts 40,000 visitors - [Wythnos y Gofalwyr 2023 – 'Noson i'r Gofalwyr ar Consti'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/wythnos-y-gofalwyr-2023-noson-ir-gofalwyr-ar-consti/) - Ymgyrch genedlaethol sy'n digwydd yn flynyddol yw Wythnos y Gofalwyr, i godi ymwybyddiaeth o ofalu a'r heriau y mae gofalwyr di-dâl yn eu hwynebu, ac i gydnabod y cyfraniad maen nhw'n ei wneud i deuluoedd a chymunedau. Eleni cynhaliwyd Wythnos y Gofalwyr rhwng y 5ed a'r 11eg o Fehefin. Cynhaliodd Tîm Cymorth Gofalwyr a'r - ["Does this sort of thing exist anywhere else?"](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/does-this-sort-of-thing-exist-anywhere-else/) - The Eryri village of y Felinheli has a lot to be proud of, from its strong footballing tradition which stretches back to the 1890s, to the fact that it used be an international industrial epicentre, housing a shipping port for the second largest slate quarry in the world at the time. But y Felinheli's pride - [A Text Book plan for easy cash from investors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/a-text-book-plan-for-easy-cash-from-investors/) - You don't have to be a genius to work out how the investment sales rip off works. It can be seen on websites on a daily basis. It usually involves an offer just to good to be true. The scam or con or rip off or dupe usually involves a snazzy website, which shows a - [Cardiac service pioneered in Morriston clocks up 1,000th patient and wins UK recognition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/cardiac-service-pioneered-in-morriston-clocks-up-1000th-patient-and-wins-uk-recognition/) - A service pioneered in Wales at Swansea’s Morriston Hospital has now treated its 1,000th patient – and received a national award. In 2009, Morriston became the first hospital in Wales to introduce transcatheter aortic valve implantation – TAVI. This is a minimally invasive alternative for people who are unable to have traditional open-heart surgery for - [Families offered 1p bundles of essential items across summer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/families-offered-1p-bundles-of-essential-items-across-summer/) - Welsh retailers teams up with Snappy Shopper to provide variety of 1p essential packages. Local retailers across Wales are offering shoppers 1p bundles throughout summer to help support local communities amid the current cost-of-living crisis. The community-led promotion is in partnership with Snappy Shopper, the leading on-demand delivery platform, known for its commitment - [Cymorthfeydd Caffael a Busnes Sir Gaerfyrddin](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/cymorthfeydd-caffael-a-busnes-sir-gaerfyrddin/) - Ydych chi am gyflenwi eich nwyddau, gwaith a gwasanaethau i Gyngor Sir Caerfyrddin? Mae Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin yn ymgysylltu â busnesau lleol bach a chanolig, Sefydliadau Trydydd Sector a Grwpiau Lleiafrifol i ddarparu'r fenter hon i ymgysylltu â chyflenwyr. Mae'r Cyngor yn awyddus i weld busnesau lleol bach a chanolig yn cystadlu am - [Welsh Government celebrates Clean Air Day with £58m boost for active travel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-government-celebrates-clean-air-day-with-58m-boost-for-active-travel/) - More than £58m will be invested into ways to help us choose to walk and cycle for local journeys, Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters confirmed today (Thursday, June 15). Speaking on Clean Air Day, the Deputy Minister with responsibility for transport outlined how the huge investment would fund new and improved active travel routes - [Fire Chiefs urge people to reduce risk of house fires for Home Fire Safety Week 2023](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/fire-chiefs-urge-people-to-reduce-risk-of-house-fires-for-home-fire-safety-week-2023/) - The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) are urging people to reduce their risk of house fires. The ask comes ahead of NFCC's Home Fire Safety Week which will run from the 12th -18th June. As many households continue to struggle with the cost of living, - ['Being a paramedic comes with certain risks, but no-one deserves this' – Rhys' story](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/being-a-paramedic-comes-with-certain-risks-but-no-one-deserves-this-rhys-story/) - A PARAMEDIC who was assaulted by a patient has laid bare the physical and emotional impact on his health. Rhys Morgan, a paramedic in Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, broke his wrist when he was pushed by a patient he was attempting to treat at Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales. The 32-year-old, who has scoliosis - [Famous Five back on board for another Great Western Railway adventure](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/famous-five-back-on-board-for-another-great-western-railway-adventure/) - The Famous Five are back on board with Great Western Railway – taking their first new adventure by train since 2020. A new TV ad, 'Five Get There First', promotes travelling by train and how it can deliver a level of comfort, speed, sustainability and ability to socialise you just don't get by taking the - [Successor to employee wellbeing scheme which helped thousands launching across West Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/successor-to-employee-wellbeing-scheme-which-helped-thousands-launching-across-west-wales/) - A successor service building on a North Wales community interest group's 'life changing' workplace support scheme is preparing to launch in West Wales. RCS is now inviting new referrals into the In-Work Support Service in the region, which offers free access to support and therapies for employees of SMEs or the self-employed. Under - [Local officer awarded Points of Light Award for heroic defibrillator fundraising](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/local-officer-awarded-points-of-light-award-for-heroic-defibrillator-fundraising/) - After using a defibrillator to save a person’s life in Maerdy in 2016, Detective Constable Steven Davies has dedicated his spare time in setting up a network of defibrillators in his local communities of Tonyrefail and Gilfach Goch. He has since been recognised by a panel at Downing Street and was announced last Friday as - [Victims aged 70+ lose more than £12.6 million in a year to courier fraudsters](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/victims-aged-70-lose-more-than-12-6-million-in-a-year-to-courier-fraudsters/) - People over the age of 70 are being disproportionately targeted by courier fraud, new data shows. Courier fraud is a sophisticated scam preying on people’s trust and vulnerability, in which perpetrators often try to deceive victims into withdrawing and handing over large sums of money. Data from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau, run by the - [Carmarthenshire Council keen to re-open North Dock, Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-council-keen-to-re-open-north-dock-llanelli/) - CARMARTHENSHIRE County Council is keen to re-open North Dock in Llanelli. The primary concern is public safety and the Council have put up warning signs around the perimeter of the Dock to warn of the dangers of illness due to naturally occurring algae in the water. The Council is in regular dialogue with Natural Resources - [Lee Waters MS brings spotlight to rail transport issues after trip on Wrexham-Bidston line](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/lee-waters-ms-brings-spotlight-to-rail-transport-issues-after-trip-on-wrexham-bidston-line/) - DELAYS, cancellations, and overcrowding are just some of the reasons Deputy Minister Lee Waters decided to take a trip on the Wrexham to Bidston line. The Deputy Minister with responsibility for transport wanted to experience problems that have been reported by passengers over recent months and front up to criticism. On the train he was - [“Transparency is crucial, especially so when talking about Betsi Cadwaladr” – Rhun ap Iorwerth MS](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/transparency-is-crucial-especially-so-when-talking-about-betsi-cadwaladr-rhun-ap-iorwerth-ms/) - FOLLOWING a request from Plaid Cymru’s health spokesman Rhun ap Iorwerth MS for the Health Minister Eluned Morgan to clarify her claim that the Ernst and Young report had been commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr ‘on advice from the Welsh Government’, Ms Morgan has today corrected the record. Responding to the correction, Plaid Cymru’s health spokesperson, - [Jayne Bryant MS visits Newport Yemeni Community](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/jayne-bryant-ms-visits-newport-yemeni-community/) - THE Member of the Senedd for Newport West, Jayne Bryant MS went along to see first-hand the impact of work funded through The National Lottery to support Newport's Yemeni community at their newly refurbished building in Pillgwenlly. Newport Yemeni Community Association is a non-profit charity established in 2019 that serves communities of Newport. The organisation - [All-round praise for community well-being project in Clydach](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/all-round-praise-for-community-well-being-project-in-clydach/) - A SWANSEA Bay mental health champion has heaped a shed-load of praise on a community well-being project. Jayne Whitney, the health board’s Suicide Prevention Lead, has welcomed news that the founder of The Men’s Shed in Clydach has won an award, pointing out that the work it does, through bringing people together, has almost certainly - [Neath Port Talbot secures National Lottery funding for Heritage NPT project](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/neath-port-talbot-secures-national-lottery-funding-for-heritage-npt-project/) - NEATH Port Talbot County Borough Council has been successful in securing funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the creation of its Heritage NPT project. Part of this project includes a Community Heritage Fund, which charities and not for profit organisations, schools, heritage groups, community groups, Town Councils and Ministry Areas can apply, enabling - [Carmarthenshire Council to engage with local enterprises as part of new initiative](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-council-to-engage-with-local-enterprises-as-part-of-new-initiative/) - DO you want to supply your goods, works and services to Carmarthenshire County Council? Carmarthenshire County Council is engaging with local small and medium-sized enterprises (SME’s), Third Sector Organisations and Minority Groups in delivering this supplier engagement initiative. The Council is keen to see small and medium sized local business competing for the - [Force continues to co-operate with IOPC over deaths of Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/force-continues-to-co-operate-with-iopc-over-deaths-of-kyrees-sullivan-and-harvey-evans/) - On Monday, June 12, investigators from the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) served gross misconduct notices on two South Wales Police officers as part of its investigation following the deaths of Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans in Ely on May 22. As the IOPC says in its statement such notices advise officers their conduct - [Burglar jailed for breaking into family home when occupants were asleep](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/burglar-jailed-for-breaking-into-family-home-when-occupants-were-asleep/) - A burglar who broke into a family home while they were asleep in bed has been jailed. The victim, a single mum, woke up to find Perry Dean Thomas in her bedroom. He fled with a number of items including electronic devices stolen from the room where her children were sleeping. Thomas was arrested within - [Jail for man who burgled home of vulnerable pensioner](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/jail-for-man-who-burgled-home-of-vulnerable-pensioner/) - A man has been jailed for burgling the home of a vulnerable pensioner. George Borg entered the woman’s house in Riverside Cardiff, on the morning of April 6 and stole her mobile phone. Unluckily for him, CCTV had recently been installed in the house by the woman’s family to keep her safe as she was - [Porthcawl RNLI crews assist as light aircraft ditches into the sea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/porthcawl-rnli-crews-assist-as-light-aircraft-ditches-into-the-sea/) - The volunteer RNLI crew at Porthcawl were paged at 9.22am this morning (13 June) following reports of a light aircraft in the sea between the lifeboat station and the Seabank Hotel at Porthcawl. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched to assist. One person was onboard and was taken into the care of Coastguards. Pic. RNLI Three - [Race for Life Llanelli Event tops £34k](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/race-for-life-llanelli-event-tops-34k/) - The Race for life event in Llanelli has raised over £34,000. Hundreds of people turned up to run and support the runners in the 3, 5 and 10 k races, which were held at the Festival Field site on Sunday (June 13). It was the 30th year the event had taken place. In extremely hot - [New approach to tackle diabetes and improve care unveiled](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-approach-to-tackle-diabetes-and-improve-care-unveiled/) - The Welsh Government has published new requirements for the NHS in Wales to improve diabetes care and better support people to manage their condition. Diabetes affects around 7% of people in Wales and the Quality Statement for Diabetes sets out the key service priorities and national expectations for the development of better diabetes care. It - [Oncology vacancy rates point to “deeper issue” in NHS Wales workforce crisis](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/oncology-vacancy-rates-point-to-deeper-issue-in-nhs-wales-workforce-crisis/) - The Labour Welsh Government has failed patients in Wales through a lack of strategy on the workforce crisis in NHS Wales, says Plaid Acting Leader Llyr Gruffydd MS. Recent figures from the Royal College of Radiologists show that Wales currently has an oncology vacancy rate of 11%, with 80% of these vacancies having remained unfilled - [Ceredigion ar y brig](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/ceredigion-ar-y-brig/) - Bu wythnos Eisteddfod yr Urdd yn un arbennig o lwyddiannus i blant a phobl ifanc Ceredigion eleni wrth i’r Sir gipio’r wobr am y marciau uchaf ar draws holl gystadlaethau’r Eisteddfod. Wedi’r misoedd o baratoi roedd gallu cipio’r brif wobr am y marciau uchaf yn benllanw teilwng i’r holl waith caled. Cafwyd cyfanswm o - [Local communities set to have greater access to Wales’ national contemporary art collection.](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/local-communities-set-to-have-greater-access-to-wales-national-contemporary-art-collection/) - Wales' national contemporary art collection will be displayed in communities across the country under new plans. Establishing a National Contemporary Art Gallery is a key commitment of the Welsh Government's Programme for Government and the Co-operation Agreement with Plaid Cymru. The plans include: A network of galleries across Wales that will provide increased access to - [Côr meibion yn helpu i godi dros £4,000 ar gyfer uned ddydd cemotherapi](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/cor-meibion-yn-helpu-i-godi-dros-4000-ar-gyfer-uned-ddydd-cemotherapi/) - Mae Jayne Phillips wedi cael cefnogaeth Côr Meibion Hendy-gwyn ar Daf i godi £4,378.90 ar gyfer yr uned ddydd cemotherapi yn Ysbyty Glangwili. Codwyd yr arian drwy deithiau beics noddedig, te prynhawn ac arwerthiant elusen tei du fel diolch am y gofal a gafodd Jayne, gwraig i aelod o'r côr, fel rhan o'i thriniaeth, - [Third Jiffy's Cancer 50 Challenge is bigger and better than ever](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/third-jiffys-cancer-50-challenge-is-bigger-and-better-than-ever/) - Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge is back for a third year and this time it’s bigger than ever. The charity cycle ride, organised by former rugby union and league star Jonathan Davies – known as Jiffy - has raised significant funds for cancer services at Velindre and Singleton hospitals, and this year’s event looks set to - [Gwent Police appeal for witnesses after Newport SA](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/gwent-police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-newport-sa/) - WE'RE investigating a report of sexual assault that happened in McDonald’s, High Street Newport, on Saturday 13 May. We're investigating a report of sexual assault after a woman was reportedly approached by an unknown man in McDonald’s, High Street Newport, at around 7.05am on Saturday 13 May. Officers would like to speak to this man, - [Police appeal for footage of public event in Ely involving large number of bikes and motorists](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-appeal-for-footage-of-public-event-in-ely-involving-large-number-of-bikes-and-motorists/) - A PUBLIC event took place today (Saturday, June 10) involving a large number of bikes and other motorists who wanted to pay their respects to two members of the Ely community. The incident moved between Ely and Barry before returning to Cardiff. Some of those involved drove in a manner that exposed other road users - [Former Corran boss gets 9 year directorship ban after taking £4.7m from investors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/former-corran-boss-gets-9-year-directorship-ban-after-taking-4-7m-from-investors/) - Matthew Roberts (50), from Salcombe in Devon, AKA Matt Roberts and August Richard Templar, was handed a 9-year directorship disqualification by the courts for allowing two property companies to trade with a lack of commercial probity. Roberts who used to run the Corran Resort and Spa in Laugharne had moved to former convent in Gloucester - [Welsh Government Shifts £294m to Health and Childcare in Supplementary Budget](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/welsh-government-shifts-294m-to-health-and-childcare-in-supplementary-budget/) - The Welsh Government has formalised a structural overhaul of its fiscal layout, reallocating £294 million of existing departmental funding to target escalating NHS waiting lists and child poverty. The supplementary budget, introduced to the Senedd on Tuesday, alters the existing financial plan voted through in January by redirecting £164 million in resource funding and £130 - [Carmarthenshire Secondary Schools to Close Due to Historic Red Heat Warning](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-secondary-schools-to-close-due-to-historic-red-heat-warning/) - Secondary schools across Carmarthenshire will shut their doors to pupils this week as a rare and dangerous Red Extreme Heat Warning sweeps across Wales. Following urgent discussions, local headteachers confirmed that all secondary campuses in the county will close on Wednesday 24 June and Thursday 25 June. The decision comes as the Met Office warns - [Kidwelly RTC Update](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/kidwelly-rtc-update/) - Crews from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (Tumble, Carmarthen and Kidwelly Fire Station) were called at approximately 12:20 pm today (23 June 2026) to an incident involving an overturned bus on the A484 between Kidwelly and Ferryside. All passengers have been safely removed from the bus and are receiving appropriate care. A - [Police dealing with 'major incident' on A484 near Kidwelly](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-dealing-with-major-incident-on-a484-near-kidwelly/) - Officers are dealing with a major incident in Kidwelly, following a report of a collision involving a bus on the A484 near the Kidwelly roundabout (Parc y Bocs). The road is closed between the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog, and motorists are asked to find alternative routes. Emergency services are on scene - [RNLI in Wales offers lifesaving advice during heatwave](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rnli-in-wales-offers-lifesaving-advice-during-heatwave/) - With the Met Office amber and red weather warning for extreme heat across Wales, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging people heading to the region’s coastline to visit a lifeguarded beach and follow essential water safety advice that could save lives. Offshore or partially offshore winds are forecast across sections of the Welsh coast for periods of the week, which - [University's pioneering female innovators celebrate as they share £30,000 prize](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/universitys-pioneering-female-innovators-celebrate-as-they-share-30000-prize/) - Swansea University has announced the winners of a ground-breaking programme to nurture and support a new generation of female entrepreneurs. The University is among the first partner members of the WE Innovate National network, launched by Imperial College London as part of a national effort to address gender inequality in entrepreneurship and unlock the full potential - [Ceredigion Nature festival returns to Aberystwyth this summer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigion-nature-festival-returns-to-aberystwyth-this-summer/) - The Ceredigion Nature Festival will return to the Castle in Aberystwyth on Saturday, 11 July, offering a free day of activities celebrating the natural world. Running from 10am to 4pm, the event will bring together local organisations, community groups and conservation experts to showcase Ceredigion's rich natural environment and inspire greater involvement in nature recovery. - [Welsh emergency care collapse leaves thousands trapped in gridlocked ambulances and hospital beds](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-emergency-care-collapse-leaves-thousands-trapped-in-gridlocked-ambulances-and-hospital-beds/) - A comprehensive collapse across the Welsh emergency care system has left thousands of vulnerable patients trapped in gridlocked ambulances and backlogged hospital wards, according to a devastating multi-year performance review by Audit Wales. Official data running up to March 2026 shows that despite a cascade of short-term funding initiatives, the Welsh NHS is failing to - [Keir Starmer to Resign as PM](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/keir-starmer-to-resign-as-pm/) - Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader in a brief statement outside 10 Downing Street on the morning of Monday, 22 June 2026. His voice broke with emotion at the close of the statement, which he delivered in front of government staff, supporters and journalists gathered on the street. - [Employability Day event organised by The Salvation Army in Carmarthen ](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/employability-day-event-organised-by-the-salvation-army-in-carmarthen/) - Finding work is harder than ever for many people. The Salvation Army is inviting jobseekers from Carmarthen and the surrounding areas to a drop-in employability event designed to help people take steps toward meaningful work. The Employability Day event will take place at The Salvation Army, 108–109 Lammas Street, SA31 3AP, on Tuesday 23 June - [Lloyds National Road Championships – Time-trial Preview](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/lloyds-national-road-championships-time-trial-preview/) - The 2026 Lloyds National Road Championships kick off this week in Ceredigion with a high intensity time-trial through the beautiful market town of Lampeter. Riders will compete in front of the Welsh crowd for glory and the national title in the first of the three-event championships. The stage Thursday 25 June will see the 2026 - [Advice for people to take shelter during the hottest periods of the day as Amber extreme heat warning issued](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/advice-for-people-to-take-shelter-during-the-hottest-periods-of-the-day-as-amber-extreme-heat-warning-issued/) - People are being advised to stay out of the sun and take shelter during the hottest times of the day to keep themselves safe, as the Met Office has issued an Amber Extreme Heat Warning in force from 00:00 Wed 24 June 2026 to 23:59 Thu 25 June 2026, which now covers the whole of - [Police appeal for witnesses following fatal collision on A40 St Clears and Whitland](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-following-fatal-collision-on-a40-st-clears-and-whitland/) - Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the A40 between St Clears and Whitland. or anyone with information about it to get in touch. The collision took place on Sunday, June 21 at approximately 12pm, involving 4 vehicles - a grey Audi, blue Seat, Grey Vauxhall and an Orange KTM motorbike. - [Ysgol Ffwrnes Celebrates Outstanding Environmental Success](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/ysgol-ffwrnes-celebrates-outstanding-environmental-success/) - Ysgol Ffwrnes is celebrating an exceptional week of achievements after winning two prestigious awards at the Climate Challenge Cymru celebration, taking top honours in both the Revive Our Oceans and Fix Our Climate categories. As part of Climate Challenge Cymru, primary and secondary schools across Wales were invited to submit short videos showcasing creative solutions - [Police investigate dog thefts in Llandeilo](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-investigate-dog-thefts-in-llandeilo/) - Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating the theft of three dogs from a property in New Inn, Llandeilo, between 12.30am and 1.15am on Wednesday 17 June. The three dogs reported stolen are: • An 8-year-old male Cavalier Kings Charles Spaniel named Rodney. He is Blenheim in colour (red and white) and is deaf in both ears. • - [Volunteers make a splash as University project helps spread positive messages at skatepark](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/volunteers-make-a-splash-as-university-project-helps-spread-positive-messages-at-skatepark/) - Mumbles Skatepark is now helping to promote inclusion and belonging after being given a colourful makeover inspired by the community. Park users, their friends and relatives and even the local PCSOs used their artistic skills to create brightly coloured positive words and murals for the latest project by Flip the Streets, the community initiative founded - [Amendment to statutory notice published on the proposed discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/amendment-to-statutory-notice-published-on-the-proposed-discontinuation-of-ysgol-meidrim/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has issued a new statutory notice in accordance with Section 43 of the School Standards and Organisation Act 2013, with a minor amendment to the one issued on 16 June, proposing the discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim. Members of the public may submit objections within 28 days of the date of publication until - [Ceredigion Youth Service launches new youth-led website](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigion-youth-service-launches-new-youth-led-website/) - Ceredigion Youth Service has launched a brand-new website designed with and for young people, making it easier than ever to find support, opportunities and information across the county. The new platform, aimed at young people aged 11–25, has been co-designed through youth club sessions, workshops and discussions with the Ceredigion Youth Council. Young people played - [Former coalfield areas in Wales set to benefit from new jobs thanks to UK Labour Government](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/former-coalfield-areas-in-wales-set-to-benefit-from-new-jobs-thanks-to-uk-labour-government/) - Two former coalfield areas in Wales are set to get a share of £13.5 million to construct new industrial developments for businesses, creating hundreds of new jobs and supporting hundreds more. Bringing opportunities to areas that have suffered decline, overseen by 14 years of Tory austerity, the new investment is part of the UK Labour - [Senedd members agree motion to create a register for lobbyists](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/senedd-members-agree-motion-to-create-a-register-for-lobbyists/) - Calls for a new statutory lobbyists register have been backed in the Senedd. A motion, put forward by Reform UK's Llŷr Powell, was supported across the party groups in the Senedd on Wednesday June 17. Opening the debate, Reform's Francesca O'Brien described it as a "straightforward principle" and said: "The people of Wales have a - [Dyfed-Powys Police are setting out to maximise community engagement with Op Connect](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-are-setting-out-to-maximise-community-engagement-with-op-connect/) - Starting this month, the Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) will be setting out on their new community initiative to proactively visit and connect with every home across the Dyfed-Powys force area. Operation Connect is phase two of the team’s plan to effectively increase communications and listen to communities at a local level, following the - [Radnor's Gethin Lewis wins 2026 Dr Emrys Evans Award](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/radnors-gethin-lewis-wins-2026-dr-emrys-evans-award/) - The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) is delighted to announce that Gethin Lewis of Glan Elan, Cwmdauddwr, Rhayader, has been named the winner of the 2026 Dr Emrys Evans Award. This year marks 20 years since the award was first presented in 2006 in memory of the late Dr Emrys Evans, former Chairman of the - [Ceredigion Childcare and Play Conference 2026 inspires the sector](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigion-childcare-and-play-conference-2026-inspires-the-sector/) - The Childcare Unit at Ceredigion County Council successfully hosted a lively and motivating Childcare and Play Conference 2026 at Gwesty Feathers Hotel, Aberaeron on 8 and 9 May. Funded by the Welsh Government's Children and Communities – Training and Support Grant, the event saw over 70 childcare professionals from across the county come together for - [Welsh dogs helping to protect endangered wildlife in Zimbabwe](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-dogs-helping-to-protect-endangered-wildlife-in-zimbabwe/) - Vega and Kuda, two specialist conservation dogs trained by charity Dogs 4 Wildlife in Wales, are heading to Zimbabwe to join a pioneering anti-poaching unit protecting black rhinos and other threatened species in Matusadona National Park. Emirates SkyCargo will transport the two dogs from the UK to Southern Africa, where they will work alongside wildlife - [Council marks Clean Air Day 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/council-marks-clean-air-day-2026/) - Today (Thursday 18 June 2026) Carmarthenshire County Council is marking Clean Air Day which supports clean air and air quality for residents and the millions of visitors to the county. The County Council's Pollution Team is also working with schools across Carmarthenshire, with year five pupils learning about air pollution, its impact on health and - [Swansea University celebrates top sustainability rating for campus catering](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-university-celebrates-top-sustainability-rating-for-campus-catering/) - Swansea University has reached a major sustainability milestone, with catering partner Chartwells achieving a Three-Star Food Made Good Standard — the highest accreditation awarded by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA). This top-tier rating recognises the substantial progress made across the University’s catering operations in delivering sustainable, responsible and high-quality food services for students, staff and - [New active travel link moves a step closer as Waunfawr to IBERS scheme progresses](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/new-active-travel-link-moves-a-step-closer-as-waunfawr-to-ibers-scheme-progresses/) - Work is moving ahead on the Waunfawr to IBERS active travel link scheme, with Phase 2 of the new shared use path now complete beside the TRA487 near Comins Coch. Delivered by the North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent on behalf of the Welsh Government, in partnership with Ceredigion County Council, this phase has - [Employment falls in Carmarthenshire as pay rises to £2,439 a month](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/employment-falls-in-carmarthenshire-as-pay-rises-to-2439-a-month/) - Payrolled employment in Carmarthenshire fell 0.2% over the year to May 2026, 126 fewer workers, with a further monthly dip of 0.1% sustaining the downward pressure. Across Wales, payrolled employment edged down 0.3% over the year to May 2026. Carmarthenshire ranked 4th of 22 towns and cities in Wales by employment change over the past - [Llu o bencampwyr cenedlaethol wedi'u cyhoeddi ymhlith rhestr orlawn o feicwyr ar gyfer Pencampwriaethau Rasio Ffordd Cenedlaethol Lloyds 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/llu-o-bencampwyr-cenedlaethol-wediu-cyhoeddi-ymhlith-rhestr-orlawn-o-feicwyr-ar-gyfer-pencampwriaethau-rasio-ffordd-cenedlaethol-lloyds-2026/) - Mae un ar bymtheg o bencampwyr cenedlaethol elît blaenorol ymysg y sawl i'w gwylio ar y llinell ddechrau ar gyfer Pencampwriaethau Rasio Ffordd Cenedlaethol Lloyds 2026, a fydd yn dechrau ar ddydd Iau 25 Mehefin yng Nghymru. Y beicwraig o Gymru, Zoe Backstedt (CANYON // SRAM Zondacrypto) fydd yr un i'w gwylio, ar ôl pencampwriaethau - [Host of national champions among a stacked rider list for 2026 Lloyds National Road Championships announced](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/host-of-national-champions-among-a-stacked-rider-list-for-2026-lloyds-national-road-championships-announced/) - Sixteen previously crowned elite national champions on the road are among the ones to watch at the start line for the 2026 Lloyds National Road Championships, which get underway from Thursday 25 June in Wales. Welsh rider Zoe Backstedt (CANYON // SRAM Zondacrypto) will be the one to watch, after a fantastic 2025 championships, where - [Newbridge Leisure Centre Pool Closed for Essential Improvement Works](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/bridgend-news/newbridge-leisure-centre-pool-closed-for-essential-improvement-works/) - Newbridge Leisure Centre's swimming pool is temporarily closed to the public until 17th July to allow a programme of essential improvement works to be carried out. The closure follows ongoing issues affecting the pool's heating system and provides an opportunity to bring forward a number of planned maintenance and upgrade projects while the facility is - [National Lottery funding secures ongoing support for the Out of School Childcare sector across Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/national-lottery-funding-secures-ongoing-support-for-the-out-of-school-childcare-sector-across-wales/) - Clybiau Plant Cymru Kids’ Clubs is delighted to announce the successful award of funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, securing vital ongoing support for the Out of School Childcare sector across Wales for a further three years. This significant investment will enable the continuation and expansion of the organisation’s Thriving Childcare Communities project, building on proven success - [Carmarthen Parents Raise £3,200 at Swansea Half Marathon After Baby’s Life-Saving Heart Surgery](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-parents-raise-3200-at-swansea-half-marathon-after-babys-life-saving-heart-surgery/) - A Carmarthen mum and dad have raised an incredible £3,200 for the baby heart charity, Tiny Tickers, after completing the Swansea Half Marathon last weekend. Bethan Gray (aged 32) and Tom Smith (aged 35) were inspired by their son Harri’s brave fight against congenital heart disease (CHD). Harri was diagnosed with multiple serious heart defects - [parkrun UK launches first ever Health and Inclusion Strategy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/parkrun-uk-launches-first-ever-health-and-inclusion-strategy/) - As parkrun celebrates its one millionth event, the charity launches its first ever UK Health and Inclusion Strategy, to ensure even more of those with the most to gain get to benefit from the next million. parkrun UK has today launched its new Health and Inclusion Strategy to 2030, marking a major milestone in its - [Welsh Government accelerates funded childcare expansion with new funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-government-accelerates-funded-childcare-expansion-with-new-funding/) - The Welsh Government has confirmed a £55 million investment in childcare, including the rollout of funded childcare to more two-year-olds across Wales and £10m capital funding, as part of the First Supplementary Budget 2026-27. This funding will help to accelerate the rollout of 12.5 hours of funded childcare per week to all two-year-olds, delivered through - [Cardigan School Summer Fair Welcomes Local Officers and Police Dogs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/cardigan-school-summer-fair-welcomes-local-officers-and-police-dogs/) - Neighbourhood policing teams have joined local pupils and families for a community engagement event at Ysgol Gynradd Aberteifi. PC Dyfed Jones and PCSO Sian Clarke attended the primary school’s annual Ffair Haf Ras Lliw (Summer Fair Colour Run) to meet with residents and discuss the role of the emergency services in the community. The officers - [New Welsh Government announces £145m boost for NHS Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-welsh-government-announces-145m-boost-for-nhs-wales/) - The Welsh Government has today announced an extra £145m will be invested in NHS Wales this financial year. The funding, part of the Welsh Government's Supplementary Budget for 2026-27, includes £100m of revenue funding to support the Welsh Government's aims of reducing NHS waiting times. £25m of capital funding will be invested in new surgical - [Option A confirmed for Plascrug Footbridge](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/option-a-confirmed-for-plascrug-footbridge/) - Ceredigion County Council has confirmed that, following a major public consultation, Option A is the preferred option for the Plascrug Footbridge Replacement Scheme. The scheme aims to replace the existing footbridge at Plascrug, Aberystwyth, with a modern structure that meets current accessibility standards. The current bridge has been in place for around 20 years and - [Opsiwn A yn cael ei gadarnhau ar gyfer Pont Droed Plascrug](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/opsiwn-a-yn-cael-ei-gadarnhau-ar-gyfer-pont-droed-plascrug/) - Mae Cyngor Sir Ceredigion wedi cadarnhau, yn dilyn ymgynghoriad cyhoeddus helaeth, mai Opsiwn A yw'r opsiwn a ffefrir ar gyfer Cynllun Newid Pont Droed Plascrug. Nod y cynllun yw newid y bont droed bresennol ym Mhlascrug, Aberystwyth a rhoi strwythur modern yn ei lle sy'n bodloni safonau hygyrchedd cyfredol. Mae'r bont bresennol wedi bod yn - [Dedication and hard work of St John People recognised at annual Investiture service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/dedication-and-hard-work-of-st-john-people-recognised-at-annual-investiture-service/) - St John Ambulance Cymru rewarded the people who go above and beyond on behalf of the charity at its annual Investiture Service at Llandaff Cathedral on Saturday 6th June. The charity's volunteers and staff received a range of awards, including admissions into and promotions within the Priory for Wales of the Order of St John, - [Wales to benefit from seven more Youth Hubs thanks to UK Labour Government](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wales-to-benefit-from-seven-more-youth-hubs-thanks-to-uk-labour-government/) - Hundreds of young people across Wales are set to benefit from expanded access to employment and support services, as the UK Labour Government confirms the locations of seven more Youth Hubs. In the next two years, the Vale of Glamorgan, Flintshire, Cardiff, Powys, Monmouthshire, Gwynedd and Ceredigion will see new hubs open in local sports - [Teulu yn trochi mewn dŵr oer y môr er budd Ward Cilgerran](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/teulu-yn-trochi-mewn-dwr-oer-y-mor-er-budd-ward-cilgerran/) - Cymerodd teulu Rhys Calthorpe, a fu farw yn drist yn 14 oed, ran unwaith eto yn nofio Dydd Calan Saundersfoot er cof amdano a chodi swm anhygoel o £1,000 ar gyfer ward plant Cilgerran yn Ysbyty Glangwili. Yn anffodus, bu farw Rhys ym mis Gorffennaf 2023 oherwydd Lewcemia Myeloid Acíwt. Bu farw Rhys yn dawel - [Could employers in Wales support NEETs to plug skills shortages?](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/could-employers-in-wales-support-neets-to-plug-skills-shortages/) - A new report from The Open University reveals a growing mismatch between employer needs and available talent – in turn preventing organisations from addressing persistent skills shortages while large numbers of young people remain locked out of the workforce. The 'Business Barometer 2026: Harnessing young talent pipeline in a digital world' is based on a - [Statutory notice published on the proposed discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim and Ysgol Y Fro](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/statutory-notice-published-on-the-proposed-discontinuation-of-ysgol-meidrim-and-ysgol-y-fro/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has today (16 June 2026) issued statutory notices, in accordance with Section 43 of the School Standards and Organisation Act 2013, proposing the discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim and Ysgol Y Fro. Members of the public may submit objections within 28 days of the date of publication until 14 July 2026. Objections can - [Huw Thomas urges Welsh Government to honour Senedd vote on School Support Staff Negotiating Body](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/huw-thomas-urges-welsh-government-to-honour-senedd-vote-on-school-support-staff-negotiating-body/) - Huw Thomas today called on the Plaid Cymru Government to respect last week’s Senedd vote by providing details on the establishment of a School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB). These questions follow a successful Opposition Day motion put forward by Welsh Labour, which secured cross-party support to address long-standing pay inequities for school staff. During - [First Minister questioned on housing, the Armed Forces, and Nation of Sanctuary plan in FMQs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/first-minister-questioned-on-housing-the-armed-forces-and-nation-of-sanctuary-plan-in-fmqs/) - Rhun ap Iorwerth fielded questions on housing shortages, the Armed Forces, and the Nation of Sanctuary as he returned for his third First Minister's Questions today. The First Minister defended his new government's work so far as he faced Senedd colleagues in the Siambr. "Uncontrolled immigration" The First Minister clashed once again with opposition leader - [Three arrested in connection with multi-million-pound cannabis importation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/three-arrested-in-connection-with-multi-million-pound-cannabis-importation/) - An investigation into the importation of millions of pounds’ worth of cannabis from Canada to the UK has led to two men and one woman from South Wales being arrested this morning (16 June) as part of a South West Regional Organised Unit (SWROCU) led investigation. The investigation was launched after the Canada Border Services - ["Mae diwylliant a chwaraeon yn feysydd o bwys, nid yn opsiynol neu'n braf eu cael"](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/mae-diwylliant-a-chwaraeon-yn-feysydd-o-bwys-nid-yn-opsiynol-neun-braf-eu-cael/) - Mae'r Llywodraeth newydd yn benderfynol o unioni'r diffyg strategaeth, gweledigaeth a chefnogaeth ar gyfer meysydd diwylliant a chwaraeon Cymru am eu bod yn feysydd sydd o bwys, nid yn rhywbeth opsiynol neu'n braf eu cael. Drwy weithio yn draws bortffolio, mae bwriad i sicrhau bod potensial diwylliant a chwaraeon i chwarae rhan ganolog er budd - [Lansio Cronfa Grant Cymunedol Diogelwch Ffyrdd Newydd i Ddwyllo Menter Leol](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/lansio-cronfa-grant-cymunedol-diogelwch-ffyrdd-newydd-i-ddwyllo-menter-leol/) - Mae Comisiynydd Heddlu a Throseddu Dafydd Llywelyn yn falch i gyhoeddi lansio Cronfa Grant Cymunedol Diogelwch Ffyrdd; menter newydd sydd wedi'i thargedu at wella diogelwch ffyrdd ac i gefnogi prosiectau a arweinir gan y gymuned ledled y rhanbarth. Bydd y gronfa yn darparu cymorth ariannol i gyrff lleol, grwpiau cymunedol, a phartneriaid sydd wedi ymrwymo - [New Road Safety Community Grant Fund Launched to Support Local Initiatives](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-road-safety-community-grant-fund-launched-to-support-local-initiatives/) - Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn is pleased to announce the launch of the Road Safety Community Grant Fund; a new initiative aimed at improving road safety and supporting community-led projects across the region. The fund will provide financial support to local organisations, community groups, and partners committed to delivering innovative road safety initiatives. The - [Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales shares a personal message for Children's Hospice Week](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/her-royal-highness-the-princess-of-wales-shares-a-personal-message-for-childrens-hospice-week/) - Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales has issued a heartfelt message in support of Children's Hospice Week – praising the 'remarkable' role hospices play in helping children and families make every moment count. The Princess highlights how children's hospices create 'joyful and nurturing environments' where children can play, learn and simply be children, while - [Police appeal for witnesses to assault at Glanamman petrol station](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-to-assault-at-glanamman-petrol-station/) - Police are investigating a report of an assault that occurred on the forecourt of the TEXACO petrol station, Glanamman at approximately 10:15am on Monday, April 27. Officers attended and delt with a disorder involving two men. One man, aged 32 was arrested on suspicion of actual bodily harm and has been released on bail pending - [National Day of Action targets illegal and unsafe use of e-scooters and e-bikes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/national-day-of-action-targets-illegal-and-unsafe-use-of-e-scooters-and-e-bikes/) - Officers from Carmarthenshire Roads Policing Team and the Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Teams joined forces as part of a National Day of Action aimed at improving road and pavement safety, tackling illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes, and raising public awareness of the laws surrounding their use. The operation – which took place on 6th June - [Plaid Hits Back Over Ysgol Heol Goffa Funding Row](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/plaid-hits-back-over-ysgol-heol-goffa-funding-row/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthenshire's Plaid Cymru cabinet member for education has accused Labour councillors in Llanelli of misrepresenting the funding position for the new Ysgol Heol Goffa school, insisting the project is well advanced and that alarm raised by Labour over a potential funding gap was unfounded and reprehensible. Davies Hits Back at Labour Over Funding Claims - [MP Calls on Plaid Welsh Government to Honour £27 Million Commitment for Ysgol Heol Goffa](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/mp-calls-on-plaid-welsh-government-to-honour-27-million-commitment-for-ysgol-heol-goffa-as-funding-questions-deepen/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, the Labour MP for Llanelli, has written to Anna Brychan MS, Cabinet Secretary for Education and Welsh Language in the new Plaid Cymru-led Welsh Government, urging her to give early and full support to the long-campaigned-for new school for Ysgol Heol Goffa. The MP is calling on the Welsh Government to - [Welsh Ambulance Service Volunteer awarded MBE in King's Birthday Honours](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-ambulance-service-volunteer-awarded-mbe-in-kings-birthday-honours/) - Gary Davies, a Community First Responder from Tonyrefail, has been awarded the prestigious Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), in recognition of an exceptional lifetime dedicated to public safety, emergency response, and community wellbeing. The honour crowns fifty years of public service, beginning in 1975 when Gary commenced his career with the - [Royal Marine Commandos Board Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in English Channel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/royal-marine-commandos-board-russian-shadow-fleet-tanker-in-english-channel/) - (By Photo: LA(Phot) Martin Carney/MOD, OGL v1.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26921154) [tta_listen_btn] British armed forces boarded and seized a sanctioned Russian oil tanker in the English Channel in the early hours of Sunday, 14 June 2026, in the first operation of its kind led by the United Kingdom. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he had directed the - [Welsh farmers to benefit from bureaucracy review](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-farmers-to-benefit-from-bureaucracy-review/) - Farmers in Wales will have their voices heard on red tape, as the Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd, appoints an independent chair to lead a review into the bureaucratic burden on family farms. John Davies, a beef and sheep farmer from near Brecon and former President of NFU Cymru, will lead the - [Questions over cash for new Heol Goffa School](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/questions-over-cash-for-new-heol-goffa-school/) - CAMPAIGNERS have been left devastated after it was revealed that the Plaid-led Carmarthenshire County Council - and the new Plaid Welsh Government has not set aside any money for a long-promised and much-needed new special school in Llanelli. Campaigners have called the admission over the lack of allocated cash for the long-delayed plans for a - [40 new cycle hangars successfully installed in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/40-new-cycle-hangars-successfully-installed-in-wales/) - Transport for Wales (TfW) is making cycling a viable option for communities across Wales by providing secure storage through its successful Cycle Hangar project. This week (8 - 14 June 2026) is Bike Week, the UK's biggest celebration of cycling and an opportunity to show how cycling can make everyday life better for people and - [NHS Wales online mental health support expands to tackle gambling harms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/nhs-wales-online-mental-health-support-expands-to-tackle-gambling-harms/) - Wales has become the first UK country to offer nationwide access to an innovative online programme for people affected by gambling harms. The free NHS course - Space from Gambling Harms – can be accessed round-the-clock on any phone, tablet or computer without seeing a GP. It is available now as part of a new, pan-Wales specialist - [Have your say on new Positive Behaviour Support and Reducing Restrictive Practice Policy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/have-your-say-on-new-positive-behaviour-support-and-reducing-restrictive-practice-policy/) - Ceredigion County Council is inviting colleagues, partners and service users to share their views on its draft Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Reducing Restrictive Practice (RRP) Policy. The policy has been developed to minimise the use of restrictive practices, such as physical restraint, and to support positive behaviour across social care and education services. It - [Deputy First Minister outlines new approach to tackling poverty in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/deputy-first-minister-outlines-new-approach-to-tackling-poverty-in-wales/) - Respect, solidarity and fair play are the values which matter to the people of Wales, and these are now the foundations which underpin the government's work to reduce poverty, tackle inequality and build fairer, safer and united communities. That was the message from Deputy First Minister and Minister for Social Justice and Equality, Sioned Williams, - [New minister for local government, housing and planning sets out priorities for the seventh Senedd term](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/new-minister-for-local-government-housing-and-planning-sets-out-priorities-for-the-seventh-senedd-term/) - Ella Groves – ICNN Senedd Reporter Wales' new housing minister has said everyone in Wales should have a "safe, warm home" – but admitted "this most basic of needs is out of reach for thousands of people". Answering questions from colleagues in the Senedd on Tuesday June 9, Siân Gwenllian set out her priorities – - [Gwaith yn dechrau i ailgyfeirio hyfforddiant sgiliau yng Nghymru](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/gwaith-yn-dechrau-i-ailgyfeirio-hyfforddiant-sgiliau-yng-nghymru/) - Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi cyhoeddi pecyn o ddiwygiadau i hyfforddiant sgiliau galwedigaethol. Mae archwiliad sgiliau ar y gweill, a disgwylir i'r canfyddiadau cynharaf lywio agenda Uwchgynhadledd Sgiliau'r Dyfodol sydd wedi'i chynllunio ar gyfer hydref 2026. Bydd Uwchgynhadledd Sgiliau'r Dyfodol yn dod â chyflogwyr, addysgwyr, darparwyr hyfforddiant a llunwyr polisi ynghyd i lywio'r cynlluniau ar gyfer - [Unmarried couples in Llanelli to gain stronger rights under Labour’s landmark reforms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/unmarried-couples-in-llanelli-to-gain-stronger-rights-under-labours-landmark-reforms/) - More than 3.5 million unmarried couples across the UK could soon benefit from stronger legal and financial protections, as the UK Labour Government launches a major consultation to modernise family law. The reforms aim to provide greater security for couples who live together but are not married, reflecting changing family structures across the country. Census - [Age-Friendly Ceredigion launches photography competition to challenge ageism](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/age-friendly-ceredigion-launches-photography-competition-to-challenge-ageism/) - Age-Friendly Ceredigion is inviting older residents to take part in a new photography competition celebrating later life and challenging age-related stereotypes. Launching on Age Without Limits Day on 10 June 2026, the competition will explore the theme "Challenging Ageism" and encourages people aged 50 and over living in Ceredigion to submit photographs that reflect the - [Consultation launched on proposals for Heol Goffa School](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/consultation-launched-on-proposals-for-heol-goffa-school/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has launched a formal consultation on proposals to re-locate Heol Goffa School in Llanelli and increase its capacity to 150 pupils. Agreed at its Cabinet meeting on Monday 1 June 2026, the consultation follows the previous Cabinet decision to develop a new school to increase capacity and meet the current - [Women’s touch rugby players hope to get cancer appeal over the line](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/womens-touch-rugby-players-hope-to-get-cancer-appeal-over-the-line/) - Representatives from the 20 teams gather in Ystradgynlais for pre-tournament promotion pics. Swansea Bay Health Charity hopes its second annual touch rugby tournament will get it over a major fundraising goal line. Touched by Cancer – an all-women’s touch rugby tournament that unites local teams across Swansea Bay – will take place at Ystradgynlais RFC - [Council agrees to re-configure nursery education provision in Ammanford](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ammanford/council-agrees-to-re-configure-nursery-education-provision-in-ammanford/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has today (Wednesday 10 June 2026) agreed proposals to re-configure nursery education provision in the Ammanford area at its meeting of Full Council. The changes will extend the age range at Ysgol Bro Banw and Ysgol Gymraeg Rhydaman from 4-11 to 3-11 as well as discontinuing Ammanford Nursery School. This decision follows - [Unlicensed driver convicted following Council prosecution](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/unlicensed-driver-convicted-following-council-prosecution/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has successfully prosecuted an individual for operating as an unlicensed taxi driver on school transport routes. At Llanelli Magistrates' Court on Friday 17 April 2026, Mr David Rhydian Thomas, of Windy Corner Coaches, was convicted of conveying children on a school run on five occasions between 1 October and 8 October 2025. - [Age range extended at four Carmarthenshire primary schools](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/age-range-extended-at-four-carmarthenshire-primary-schools/) - Carmarthenshire County Council has today (Wednesday 10 June 2026) agreed proposals to expand access to early years education at its meeting of Full Council by changing the age range from 4-11 to 3-11 at four primary schools across the county. The changes will enable children from three years of age to access part-time, funded nursery - [Carmarthenshire Family Demands Answers Over Medical Care and Ombudsman 'Cruelty'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-family-demands-answers-over-medical-care-and-ombudsman-cruelty/) - A Carmarthenshire woman has accused local health officials and the public watchdog of institutional deflection following the death of her mother, a retired NHS worker whose repeated warnings about her failing heart allegedly went unheeded. The daughter, (name changed) Sarah, claims her mother, (name changed) Margaret, was failed by a lack of critical referrals at - [Former Clinic in Carmarthen to be Turned Into 10-bedroom Shared Housing](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/former-clinic-in-carmarthen-to-be-turned-into-10-bedroom-shared-housing/) - [tta_listen_btn] A FORMER psychology clinic and office in Carmarthen is be to turned into a 10-bedroom shared house. The building on Little Walter Street will have five en-suite bedrooms on the first floor, and a kitchen and communal area on the ground floor along with five bedrooms – one of which will be en suite - [Alcohol to be sold at Tenby Railway Station Despite Recent Violence](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/alcohol-to-be-sold-at-tenby-railway-station-despite-recent-violence/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call to sell alcohol from a coffee shop at a Pembrokeshire railway station, which was recently the location of a mass violence incident which led to 11 arrests and several people being taken to hospital, has been given the go-ahead. At the June 4 meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council’s licensing sub-committee, members were - [Wayne Erasmus issued Lifetime Ban from Keeping Animals following Guilty Plea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/wayne-erasmus-issued-lifetime-ban-from-keeping-animals-following-guilty-plea/) - [tta_listen_btn] Swansea Council has welcomed the outcome of a long-running investigation into complaints about the welfare of goats and pigs kept by a man who was sentenced this week. David Wayne Erasmus has been issued with a lifetime ban from keeping animals after pleading guilty to offences under the Animal Welfare Act. Rhys Harries, the - [Llongyfarchiadau i ieuenctid Ceredigion yn Ynys Môn](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/llongyfarchiadau-i-ieuenctid-ceredigion-yn-ynys-mon/) - Bu wythnos Eisteddfod yr Urdd yn un arbennig o lwyddiannus i blant a phobl ifanc Ceredigion wrth i'r sir gipio'r wobr am y marciau uchaf ar draws holl gystadlaethau'r Eisteddfod unwaith eto eleni. Wedi misoedd o baratoi roedd gallu cipio'r brif wobr am y marciau uchaf yn benllanw teilwng i'r holl waith caled, gyda Cheredigion - [Congratulations to Ceredigion youth in Anglesey](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/congratulations-to-ceredigion-youth-in-anglesey/) - The recent Urdd Eisteddfod week was a particularly successful one for the children and young people of Ceredigion as the county claimed the award for the highest marks across all the Eisteddfod competitions once again this year. After months of preparation, winning the top prize for the highest marks was a fitting culmination of all - [Dementia’s impact on daily life is hitting carers hard in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/dementias-impact-on-daily-life-is-hitting-carers-hard-in-wales/) - Nearly one million people in the UK are living with dementia, including round 50,000 in Wales, but its impact stretches far beyond those diagnosed, with millions of families silently carrying the strain. New research from Alzheimer’s Society, based on a UK‑wide survey of more than 2,000 people, reveals the emotional toll many are carrying behind - ["It's a family. I've made friends for life," says St John Ambulance Cymru volunteer with more than two decades of experience](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/its-a-family-ive-made-friends-for-life-says-st-john-ambulance-cymru-volunteer-with-more-than-two-decades-of-experience/) - St John Ambulance Cymru is marking Volunteers' Week by highlighting the commitment of those who give up their time to support the charity and the ongoing impact they have in communities across the country. The first aid charity for Wales is sharing the stories of just a few St John People who make a difference - [Controversial 'Blackweir' Concert set to return to Bute Park, despite Objections](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/controversial-blackweir-concert-set-to-return-to-bute-park-despite-objections/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cardiff Council has approved planning permission for the return of a controversial concert series in the city’s largest park. Blackweir Live 2025 was hailed as a major success for the city and attracted big names such as Kings of Leon, Alanis Morissette and Stevie Wonder, it also attracted controversy from groups who frequently use - [Two-pupil School in Gwynedd set to Close](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/two-pupil-school-in-gwynedd-set-to-close/) - [tta_listen_btn] A primary school with just two pupils could close this summer under plans set to be considered by Cyngor Gwynedd. Cabinet members will discuss a proposal to close Ysgol Y Garreg in Penrhyndeudraeth on August 31, 2026, at a meeting on Tuesday, June 9. If approved, pupils would transfer to Ysgol Cefn Coch from - [Newport Man Wins Bid for 'a-typical' Home Extension](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/newport-man-wins-bid-for-a-typical-home-extension/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Newport man can finish building his house extension despite his nextdoor neighbour’s claims it will lead to a loss of privacy. The city council’s planning committee heard the “atypical” extension is under construction at the rear of 2 Ridgeway Hill, along a shared boundary. Applicant James George, reading a statement from his architect, - [Plans for 38 Council Homes in Powys Village to be Decided](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/powys-news/plans-for-38-council-homes-in-powys-village-to-be-decided/) - [tta_listen_btn] PLANS for 38 council houses in a village on the Powys/Shropshire border are set to be decided by Powys councillors. The proposal by Powys County Council itself for 38 dwellings for “social rent” at land next to Fir House in Churchstoke, will be decided by members of the Planning committee when they meet next - [Wales is "open for business", according to the new minister for enterprise, connectivity, and energy.](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/wales-is-open-for-business-according-to-the-new-minister-for-enterprise-connectivity-and-energy/) - Former Plaid Cymru leader, Adam Price, who was appointed to the role last month, told Senedd colleagues on Tuesday June 2 that the new Welsh Government will be "placing productivity at the heart of its approach". In his new role, Mr Price has responsibility over areas such as tourism, Business Wales, and international trade policy - [Members appointed to Senedd Commission](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/members-appointed-to-senedd-commission/) - by Ella Groves – ICNN Senedd Reporter Conservative Andrew RT Davies, Welsh Labour's Vikki Howells, Reform's Laura Anne Jones, and Plaid Cymru's Peredur Owen Griffiths have all been appointed to the Senedd Commission. But what is it, and what will they do? Their appointments come following Rhun ap Iorwerth's inaugural First Minister's Questions, and the - [First Minister Under Fire at Inaugral First Minister's Questions](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/first-minister-under-fire-at-inaugral-first-ministers-questions/) - by Ella Groves – ICNN Senedd Reporter Senedd Members pressed the First Minister over the state of the health service in Wales, as the Plaid Cymru leader faced his inaugural First Minister's Questions. Rhun ap Iorwerth faced his colleagues in the Siambr today (2 June) to be questioned on the work achieved so far by - [Welsh Ambulance Service accredited with prestigious environmental management standard](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-ambulance-service-accredited-with-prestigious-environmental-management-standard/) - The Welsh Ambulance Service has been recognised for its commitment to reduce its environmental footprint and improve performance. The Trust has successfully achieved ISO 14001 accreditation for another year, meaning it is still the only ambulance service in the UK to hold this environmental accreditation. ISO 14001 is an internationally recognised standard for environmental management - [Building Better Culture: Have your say](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/building-better-culture-have-your-say/) - An ambitious new partnership between Powys, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire councils is inviting the public to help shape a shared cultural vision for the region. Led by Powys County Council, the Mid and West Wales Strategic Culture Partnership brings the four authorities together for the first time to develop a long-term plan for culture across - [Galwad olaf ar gyfer ymgeiswyr yr Academi Amaeth 2026!](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/galwad-olaf-ar-gyfer-ymgeiswyr-yr-academi-amaeth-2026/) - Ai 2026 yw'r flwyddyn i chi? Os oes gennych chi uchelgais ond yn teimlo y gallech elwa o gyfarwyddyd a rhwydweithio, y rhaglen hon yw eich cyfle i fagu hyder, datblygu sgiliau hanfodol a chyflawni eich potensial yn llawn. Peidiwch ag oedi – mae'r cyfnod ymgeisio'n dod i ben am hanner nos, nos Sul 14 - [17-year-old Arrested in Cardiff Stabbing Investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/17-year-old-arrested-in-cardiff-stabbing-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Detectives investigating a stabbing in Gabalfa, Cardiff, have arrested a 17-year-old boy. The suspect from Caerau, Cardiff, remains in custody on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a knife, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and assault by beating. The arrest is in connection with an incident in Lydstep Park - [Politics and the Person: Where Does Disagreement End and Harassment Begin?](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/politics-and-the-person-where-does-disagreement-end-and-harassment-begin/) - Cllr Michelle Beer (left) with MS Gareth Beer (right) on the campaign trail for the Senedd Election in April (Image / Reform UK Carmarthen Facebook) [tta_listen_btn] The reported treatment of Llanelli councillor Michelle Beer in Carmarthen raises an uncomfortable question that cuts across every political divide: in a democracy, can we separate what someone believes - [Carmarthenshire County Council ahead on Pothole Repairs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-county-council-ahead-on-pothole-repairs/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthenshire Council repaired just over 10 potholes a day on average last year – significantly more than the previous 12 months. Highways staff repaired 3,623 potholes compared to 2,360 in 2024-25. The figures closely align with the number of potholes reported by the public in both years although the defects are also picked up - [Stackpole 50th anniversary photography competition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/stackpole-50th-anniversary-photography-competition/) - This year National Trust Cymru celebrates 50 years of caring for the beautiful Stackpole Estate. Everyone is invited to help celebrate this inspiring Pembrokeshire location, by submitting entries for a photo competition on the theme “What Stackpole means to me”. Prizes are being sponsored by the Pembrokeshire National Trust Association, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place - [Jeremy Corbyn to speak in Wales as new party vies to fill space left by Welsh Labour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/jeremy-corbyn-to-speak-in-wales-as-new-party-vies-to-fill-space-left-by-welsh-labour/) - Jeremy Corbyn will address the founding conference of Your Party Cymru in Aberystwyth University in July as the political map continues to be redrawn in Wales. The conference marks a major milestone in the creation of a new left-wing political movement in Wales, after 100 years of Labour dominance in the country. Your Party was - [Local cyclists take on 110-mile challenge to support bowel cancer patients](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/local-cyclists-take-on-110-mile-challenge-to-support-bowel-cancer-patients/) - Pic. Members of Clwb Beicio Cefneithin Members of Clwb Beicio Cefneithin, in partnership with the Bobby and Friends Trust, are gearing up to take on an incredible endurance challenge, cycling more than 110 miles from Cefneithin to Bristol across two days. Taking place on 19th and 20th June 2026, the Clwb Beicio Cefneithin Cycle Ride - [Public Notice: Application for a Marine Licence for Pwll Sea Wall Scour Repairs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/publicnotices/public-notice/) - View Documents Here Email: marinelicensing@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk - [Holiday Pod Approval Completes Farm Diversification Scheme Spanning Two Pembrokeshire Sites](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/holiday-pod-approval-completes-farm-diversification-scheme-spanning-two-pembrokeshire-sites/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call to keep a holiday pod sited on a Pembrokeshire farm, as part of a wider holiday pod farm diversification over two areas which saw the larger part supported, has been approved by county planners. In an application given delegated approval at the June meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council’s planning committee, Bill Ridge - [Rotten Spiral Staircase at Historic Hean Castle to Be Replaced After Listed Building Consent Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/rotten-spiral-staircase-at-historic-hean-castle-to-be-replaced-after-listed-building-consent-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] Calls for permission to replace a decayed spiral staircase preventing access to the top of Pembrokeshire’s historic Hean Castle mansion have been given the go-ahead. In a listed building consent application submitted to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, The Trustees of T O Lewis Trust, through agent Acanthus Holden Architects, sought permission for the removal - [“Without you, I wouldn’t be here”, Crash survivor urges others to donate blood after needing 100 transfusions](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/without-you-i-wouldnt-be-here-crash-survivor-urges-others-to-donate-blood-after-needing-100-transfusions/) - Richard meeting Air Ambulance Crew After a near-fatal car crash, Neath resident Richard Jones lost a significant amount of blood and needed 100 units in total to survive. This National Blood Donor Week (08–14 June 2026), he’s saying thank you to the donors who saved his life and calling on others to give blood with - [Ceredigion Councillors Back £500k bid for Eisteddfod yr Urdd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigion-councillors-back-500k-bid-for-eisteddfod-yr-urdd/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senior Ceredigion councillors have backed the potential spending of up to £0.5m for the Eisteddfod yr Urdd to come to the county in its centenary year of 2029. At the May 19 meeting of Ceredigion County Council’s Cabinet, members were asked to consider inviting Eisteddfod yr Urdd to Ceredigion in 2029, and to consider - [Family Double as Father and Son Win Cambrian Training Company Awards](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/family-double-as-father-and-son-win-cambrian-training-company-awards/) - Winners of the Cambrian Training Apprenticeship, Employer and Skills Awards 2026 with the company's managing director Faith O'Brien (seated centre) and compere Lisa Mytton (back right) A father and son celebrated a family double success at a leading Welsh work-based learning provider's prestigious annual awards. Andrew Addis-Fuller, a Cambrian Training Company hospitality training officer, was - [New Grant Scheme Launched to Support Sporting Activities Along the Heart of Wales Line](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-grant-scheme-launched-to-support-sporting-activities-along-the-heart-of-wales-line/) - Community Rail Officer, Owen Griffkin (left back) celebrating the launch of ‘Train 2 Play’ with Llandrindod Lakers Basketball The Heart of Wales Line Community Rail Partnership (CRP) has launched a new grant scheme, thanks to funding received from Transport for Wales, to help sports clubs, associations and community organisations deliver activities that encourage participation in - [Ymunwch â'ch parkrun lleol ar gyfer Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Diabetes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/ymunwch-ach-parkrun-lleol-ar-gyfer-wythnos-ymwybyddiaeth-diabetes/) - Llun gan Andrew Stephens Mae staff o dîm diabetes Bwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Hywel Dda yn annog cydweithwyr, cleifion a chymunedau lleol i gymryd rhan mewn digwyddiadau parkrun fel rhan o Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Diabetes (8–14 Mehefin 2026). Ddydd Sadwrn 13 Mehefin 2026, bydd aelodau o dîm diabetes y bwrdd iechyd yn cymryd rhan mewn Parkrun yn - [Police Warning After Urban Explorers Trespass at Stradey Park Hotel Just Weeks After Closure](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-warning-after-urban-explorers-trespass-at-stradey-park-hotel-just-weeks-after-closure/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police have issued a public warning after a series of trespassing incidents at the Stradey Park Hotel in Llanelli over the bank holiday weekend, with social media content creators among those who accessed the building. Officers are investigating potential criminal damage and burglary offences. Not Abandoned: A Hotel Closed, Not Derelict Stradey Park - [Jail for conspirators of £1million tin theft from Tata Steel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/jail-for-conspirators-of-1million-tin-theft-from-tata-steel/) - A group of men who conspired to steal tin ingots from Tata Steel in Llanelli have been sentenced for the theft of metal worth over £1,000,000. Employees Thomas Ashford, Stuart Jones and Richard Jones, along with co-defendant Matthew Membury, hatched a plan to steal tin from the Trostre site, using a cloned security pass to - [Barry Island Stabbing Update](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/barry-island-stabbing-update/) - South Wales Police is continuing to investigate a stabbing which took place at Barry Island on Bank Holiday Monday (May 25). A 17-year-old boy from Cardiff suffered a serious leg injury which was initially not believed to be life threatening or life changing. However, he has since had to undergo a life-changing leg amputation and - [Food Standard Officers 'Under Pressure'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/food-standard-officers-under-pressure/) - FOOD standards officers face an increasing work backlog and “potential burnout” in Carmarthenshire unless workforce issues in the sector can be addressed, a cabinet member said. Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen said a shortage of suitably-qualified officers at the council was reflected across Wales and was “structural and long-term”. Councils employ environmental health practitioners and food - [New School for Heol Goffa a Step Closer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/new-school-for-heol-goffa-a-step-closer/) - COUNCIL chiefs in Carmarthenshire have unanimously backed revised plans for a new special school in Llanelli. The new Ysgol Heol Goffa will be built by Ysgol Pen Rhos, nearly four miles from its current home, and cater for 150 pupils aged three to 19 with severe learning difficulties or profound and multiple learning difficulties. If, - [Report Calls for Investment in Local Road Bypasses and Greater 20mph Flexibility Across Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/report-calls-for-investment-in-local-road-bypasses-and-greater-20mph-flexibility-across-wales/) - A major infrastructure report has challenged current Welsh Government transport policies, calling for multi-billion pound investments to tackle severe bottlenecks and hand 20mph decision-making powers back to local authorities. The newly published paper, "Getting Wales back on track" by independent think tank Centre, argues that national net-zero travel targets are undermining economic growth. It urges - [New Evening Welsh Conversation Sessions Launched in Aberystwyth to Support Learners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/new-evening-welsh-conversation-sessions-launched-in-aberystwyth-to-support-learners/) - An evening initiative aimed at helping Welsh language learners build their confidence in the community is launching in Aberystwyth. Organised by Cered: Menter Iaith Ceredigion, the inaugural 'Sesiwn Siarad Yr Hen Lew Du' will take place on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, at 7:00pm at the Yr Hen Lew Du pub. The event is free and - [Calls for Dedicated School Nurse at Heol Goffa](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/calls-for-dedicated-school-nurse-at-heol-goffa/) - VULNERABLE children with some of the most profound and complex medical needs at a Llanelli special school are being 'put at risk' by the lack of a dedicated school nurse, a Labour Llanelli town councillor has warned. Lliedi councillor Shaun Greaney, a former governor of Ysgol Heol Goffa, is urging Plaid-run Carmarthenshire County Council and - [South Wales Police Investigate Stabbing of two Teenage Boys](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/south-wales-police-investigate-stabbing-of-two-teenage-boys/) - South Wales Police is investigating a serious assault in Lydstep Park, Gabalfa, Cardiff, which happened just before 7pm last night (Sunday, May 31). Two local boys aged 16 and 17 were taken to the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, with stab wounds. Their injuries are thankfully not life-threatening and one of the victims has been discharged - [Council Says No to Defibrillator on Listed Building](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/council-says-no-to-defibrillator-on-listed-building/) - The Nationwide building. Image: (Samuel Hughes) PLANS to install life-saving equipment on a branch of a building society have been turned because they would introduce “intrusive prominent and visually incongruous features” on a listed building with a giant coffee pot on it. Carmarthenshire Council’s planning department rejected the Nationwide Building Society application on three grounds. - [Storytelling Podcasts Launch to Help Carmarthenshire Youngsters Learn About Parkinson's](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/storytelling-podcasts-launch-to-help-carmarthenshire-youngsters-learn-about-parkinsons/) - Creative arts organisation Made By Mortals CIC has teamed up with national charity Parkinson's UK to create a special new Armchair Adventures episode, helping children aged 6 to 10 understand Parkinson's in a fun, accessible and imaginative way. Part of the award-winning Armchair Adventures podcast, A Planet Exercise Adventure! is a three-part adventure, co-created with - [Police Appeal to Find Missing Teenager from Cwmbran](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/police-appeal-to-find-missing-teenager-from-cwmbran/) - MISSING | Can you help us find Astrid? Astrid (also known as Jasmine) is 17 years old and is described as approximately 5ft tall with shoulder-length black hair. She was last seen on May 28, 2026 wearing a yellow top, denim skirt, trainers and was in possession of a red suitcase. Astrid is believed to - [Cymdeithas yr Iaith "surprised" at Council's Decision to Close two Primary Schools](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cymdeithas-yr-iaith-surprised-at-councils-decision-to-close-two-primary-schools/) - Cymdeithas yr Iaith has stated that itis surprised at Carmarthenshire County Council's decision to publish Statutory Notices to Close Ysgol Meidrim and Ysgol y Fro as this will undermine the new government's commitment to building rural resilience. The Welsh language society, a direct action pressure group in Wales campaigns for the right of Welsh people - [EDF Power Solutions Announces Proposed Nant y Maen Wind Farm to Boost Energy Security and Sustainability in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/edf-power-solutions-announces-proposed-nant-y-maen-wind-farm-to-boost-energy-security-and-sustainability-in-wales/) - EDF power solutions has announced its early stage plans to develop the Nant y Maen Onshore Wind Farm, a proposed renewable energy project located east of Tregaron. The project could have an installed capacity of up to 150MW, enough green electricity to power the equivalent needs of 146,000 average UK households*. This ambitious initiative will - [Salvation Army Encourages People to Get Involved as Volunteer’s Week Celebrates 42 Years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/salvation-army-encourages-people-to-get-involved-as-volunteers-week-celebrates-42-years/) - The Salvation Army is encouraging more people to get involved with their local community to help and support others as we celebrate Volunteers Week. The 42nd anniversary of Volunteers Week runs from Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June recognising and celebrating the incredible contribution volunteers make to communities every day. Volunteers across Wales play - [The Sandpiper in Llanelli Set to Close by August](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/the-sandpiper-in-llanelli-set-to-close-by-august/) - The Sandpiper, Llanelli (Image / Google Maps) [tta_listen_btn] The Sandpiper Brewers Fayre at Sandy Water Park in Llanelli is set to close by the end of August 2026 as part of Whitbread's sweeping decision to exit the branded restaurant sector entirely. The announcement has prompted a community campaign to save the venue, with the local - [Diwrnod golff elusennol yn codi dros £1,380 i'r GIG](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/diwrnod-golff-elusennol-yn-codi-dros-1380-ir-gig/) - Trefnodd Andrew Homfray ei bedwerydd diwrnod golff elusennol blynyddol a chododd £1,383 ar gyfer y Gwasanaeth Therapïau Integredig Seicolegol ym Mwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Hywel Dda a GIG Cymru i Gyn-filwyr. Cynhaliwyd y diwrnod golff yng Nghlwb Golff a Maes Gyrru Caerfyrddin ar 17 Ebrill 2026. Dywedodd Andrew, Rheolwr Cyflenwi Gwasanaethau Dros Dro y Gwasanaeth Therapïau - [Cynwyl Elfed Residents Launch £196,000 Plan to Make Village Streets Safe for Schoolchildren](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cynwyl-elfed-residents-launch-196000-plan-to-make-village-streets-safe-for-schoolchildren/) - [tta_listen_btn] A community-led campaign in Cynwyl Elfed has submitted a costed infrastructure plan to the local community council, calling for smart traffic controls, widened footways and green air quality barriers at the dangerous A484 and B4333 junction outside the village primary school. Residents of Cynwyl Elfed have had enough of waiting for a serious accident - [Vital Afterschool Club in Rural Village Loses Local Council Funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/vital-afterschool-club-in-rural-village-loses-local-council-funding/) - [tta_listen_btn] Parents, children and community members in Cynwyl Elfed have been left deflated and confused after a much-loved after school club lost its funding, with the community council declining to give any meaningful explanation as to why. The after school club, run by a local business at Ysgol Cynwyl Elfed, had become an essential part - [ 'Angylion' yn dathlu 20 mlynedd o helpu'r cleifion mwyaf sâl 24 awr y dydd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/angylion-yn-dathlu-20-mlynedd-o-helpur-cleifion-mwyaf-sal-24-awr-y-dydd/) - "Diolch am roi fy mywyd yn ôl i mi" – Dyna eiriau menyw o Sir Gaerfyrddin sydd wedi mynegi ei diolchgarwch i Dîm Ymateb Acíwt (ART) Bwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Hywel Dda am y cyfle a'r gofal a roddwyd iddi. Mae ART, sydd wedi dathlu 20 mlynedd o wasanaeth yn ddiweddar, yn rhan o'r tîm nyrsio - [Carmarthenshire News Online Recruiting Journalism Interns](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/carmarthenshire-news-online-recruiting-journalism-interns/) - [tta_listen_btn] We are offering a rare, hands-on opportunity to work inside a live independent newsroom in West Wales. If you have a story to tell and the drive to tell it, we want to hear from you. This is not a coffee-fetching internship. From your first week, you will be out in the community, researching - [Delta Wellbeing Community Responder Takes on Machu Picchu Challenge in Memory of her Beloved Son](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/delta-wellbeing-community-responder-takes-on-machu-picchu-challenge-in-memory-of-her-beloved-son/) - Carmarthen mum Sian Milligan who relies on specialist leg splints to walk is preparing to take on an extraordinary fundraising challenge in memory of her son who sadly passed away at just two-and-a-half years-old. The 44-year-old will trek through the Peruvian jungle to Machu Picchu alongside her mother Sylvia Wallace, who will be 71 at - [Barcud Housing Assistant Hot Coals Walk for Charity](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/barcud-housing-assistant-hot-coals-walk-for-charity/) - Barcud Housing Assistant, Amanda Evans, is a brave 'sole' as she has agreed to do a Firewalk to help raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance. The charity, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, relies entirely on public donations to keep both the rapid response vehicles and helicopters running. The firewalk is a sponsored walk with - [Dad yn herio marathon ar gyfer diabetes ei ferch](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/dad-yn-herio-marathon-ar-gyfer-diabetes-ei-ferch/) - Yn y llun uchod: Tom a Scarlett Hughes gyda staff o'r Tîm Diabetes Pediatrig Fe wnaeth Tom Hughes herio Farathon Brighton ym mis Ebrill, gan godi swm anhygoel o £1,227 ar gyfer y Gwasanaeth Diabetes Pediatrig i gefnogi ei ferch. Cymerodd Tom rhan yn y marathon ar 12 Ebrill 2026 ar gyfer gwasanaeth sydd â lle - [Royal Welsh Agricultural Society announces 2026–27 Rural Leadership Programme Participants](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/royal-welsh-agricultural-society-announces-2026-27-rural-leadership-programme-participants/) - The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) is delighted to announce the successful candidates for its prestigious Rural Leadership Programme, which this year will be generously supported by the Royal Countryside Fund. Following a rigorous selection process, twelve outstanding individuals from across Wales have been selected to take part in the fully funded initiative. A unique - [Prams y Prom yn lansio yn Aberystwyth i gefnogi rhieni newydd drwy'r Gymraeg](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/prams-y-prom-yn-lansio-yn-aberystwyth-i-gefnogi-rhieni-newydd-drwyr-gymraeg/) - Mae Cered: Menter Iaith Ceredigion yn falch o gyhoeddi lansiad grŵp cymunedol newydd yn Aberystwyth ar gyfer rhieni newydd a'u babanod, o'r enw "Prams y Prom", a fydd yn dechrau ddydd Iau, 4 Mehefin. Bydd y grŵp cerdded a sgwrsio hwn yn cyfarfod bob yn ail ddydd Iau am 10:00yb, gan gychwyn ger y murlun - [Staff Ward Llawfeddygol yn Paratoi i Ddringo Pen y Fan i Godi Arian at Elusen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/staff-ward-llawfeddygol-yn-paratoi-i-ddringo-pen-y-fan-i-godi-arian-at-elusen/) - Yn y llun uchod: Staff o Ward 4. Lluniau: (Hywel Dda) Mae staff o Ward 4 yn Ysbyty Llwynhelyg yn barod i herio Pen y Fan mewn ymdrech i godi arian ar gyfer y ward lawfeddygol. Ar ddydd Sadwrn 5ed Medi 2026, bydd aelodau'r tîm yn dringo Pen y Fan ym Bannau Brycheiniog. Dywedodd staff - [Op Adriatic launches for 2026 to keep Aberavon free of anti-social behaviour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/op-adriatic-launches-for-2026-to-keep-aberavon-free-of-anti-social-behaviour/) - Op Adriatic is a multi-agency approach to tackle ASB. Image: (South Wales Police) This month marked the launch of this year’s Operation Adriatic, which addresses issues of anti-social behaviour on Aberavon Seafront. The operation sees South Wales Police work closely in partnership with Neath Port Talbot Council, Safer Neath Port Talbot, the RNLI and other - [New Healthy Eating Strategy Aimed at Encouraging Carmarthenshire Residents to Grow and Eat Local, Healthy Food](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-healthy-eating-strategy-aimed-at-encouraging-carmarthenshire-residents-to-grow-and-eat-local-healthy-food/) - [tta_listen_btn] Health and council chiefs want more people eating local healthy food in Carmarthenshire and more people growing it. A key part of a new strategy is that 30% of food served in schools, hospitals, leisure centres, and council care homes comes from local and Welsh producers by 2030 along with a 75% cut in - [Child Rescued From Rocks in Multi-Agency Operation After Four Metre Fall Near Lydstep](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/child-rescued-from-rocks-in-multi-agency-operation-after-four-metre-fall-near-lydstep/) - [tta_listen_btn] Both Tenby RNLI lifeboats were launched on Thursday afternoon after a child fell four metres onto rocks during an organised coasteering session at Church Doors, near Lydstep. A race against the incoming tide and a helicopter flight time from Cornwall made for an urgent operation involving the RNLI, Tenby Coastguard Rescue Team, and the - [Boy, 11, Seriously Injured After Being Trapped in Burning Container at Trimsaran RFC](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/boy-11-seriously-injured-after-being-trapped-in-burning-container-at-trimsaran-rfc/) - Fire Services Tackle Fire at the RFC (Images / Trimsaran RFC Facebook) [tta_listen_btn] An 11-year-old boy is in hospital with serious injuries after being trapped inside a storage container that was allegedly set on fire deliberately at Trimsaran Rugby Club near Kidwelly on Saturday afternoon. A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted - [Welsh Water apologises to Denbighshire Residents for Repeated Bursts on Rural Road](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-water-apologises-to-denbighshire-residents-for-repeated-bursts-on-rural-road/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dŵr Cymru (Welsh Water) has apologised to Denbighshire residents for repeated water mains bursts on a rural road, following years of leaks. Councillors say the roadworks have caused disruption on the stretch between Rhuallt, Tremeirchion, and Bodfari, leading to school closures and water supply issues. Tremeirchion councillor Chris Evans said the work was causing - [Housing Plans for Office Building Scuppered over Flood Risk](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/housing-plans-for-office-building-scuppered-over-flood-risk/) - [tta_listen_btn] PLANS to convert an office building in a low-lying area of Swansea into a shared house have been turned down on flood risk grounds despite the developer saying it’s never flooded in living memory. Council planning officers refused the application to create a six-bedroom house of multiple occupation at the Bond Street property, Sandfields, - [Council Still Assessing Structural Issues at former Debenhams Building in Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/council-still-assessing-structural-issues-at-former-debenhams-building-in-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] CARMARTHENSHIRE Council is still assessing issues at a former department store it’s revamping at a cost of around £41 million. It began work on the former Debenhams store in Carmarthen in 2024 and aimed to complete it in 2026, but a structural problem emerged that hadn’t been identified at the outset. Speaking in January - [Built in West Wales, Lost in the Arctic: The Sailors of HMS Erebus Are Finally Returning Home](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/built-in-west-wales-lost-in-the-arctic-the-sailors-of-hms-erebus-are-finally-returning-home/) - Erebus in the Ice, 1846, by François Musin [tta_listen_btn] A ship launched from Pembroke Dock 200 years ago, which vanished in the Arctic ice and passed into legend, has given up more of its secrets. Researchers have used DNA technology to identify four more sailors who perished on the Franklin Expedition, and artefacts from the wreck are - [Transport for Wales renews support for Urdd Gobaith Cymru's 'Cronfa Cyfle i Bawb'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/transport-for-wales-renews-support-for-urdd-gobaith-cymrus-cronfa-cyfle-i-bawb/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales (TfW) has renewed its support for Urdd Gobaith Cymru's 'Cronfa Cyfle i Bawb' (Fund for All) initiative ahead of Urdd Eisteddfod in Anglesey. For the second consecutive year, TfW is backing the initiative to provide children from all backgrounds across Wales the opportunity to attend the Urdd residential centre's summer camps. - [Llanelli MP welcomes overhaul to Youth Justice System](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-welcomes-overhaul-to-youth-justice-system/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has welcomed a major overhaul of the youth justice system designed to intervene earlier and cut reoffending. These reforms are part of the UK Labour Government’s mission to cut crime, halve knife crime over a decade, and deliver safer streets. The new Youth Justice White Paper - [Five members of organised crime group sentenced to a combined 41 years for drug offences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/five-members-of-organised-crime-group-sentenced-to-a-combined-41-years-for-drug-offences/) - [tta_listen_btn] Five members of an organised crime group have been sentenced following a protracted investigation led by Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) for southern Wales. Tarian established Operation Rooster to dismantle a group operating across south Wales and the south-west of England. The group was linked to the supply of drugs with an - [Neath Man Jailed for Possession of Illegal Weapons](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/neath-man-jailed-for-possession-of-illegal-weapons/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Neath Port Talbot has been jailed after he was found to have a significant number of illegal weapons within his property. 51-year-old Maximin Carter had stored the weapons in a house on Commercial Street, Abergwynfi, and prompted a large-scale police response when the weapons were discovered in February. In March, - [Improvements to Timetable for T6 Transport for Wales Service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/improvements-to-timetable-for-t6-transport-for-wales-service/) - [tta_listen_btn] Timetable improvements are being introduced to the Transport for Wales TrawsCymru T6 service to improve punctuality and the overall reliability of the service. The changes to the T6 service that operates between Swansea and Brecon will come into effect from Saturday 31 May 2026 by addressing the challenges of afternoon peak time traffic and - [Llanelli MP backs UK Gov Action to Crack Down on Organised Crime Gangs on High Streets](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-backs-uk-gov-action-to-crack-down-on-organised-crime-gangs-on-high-streets/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, MP for Llanelli, has backed new UK Government action to crack down on organised crime gangs exploiting high streets through rogue businesses. The UK Labour Government has announced a £30 million national crackdown targeting dodgy barber shops, vape stores, mini-markets and sweet shops involved in money laundering. These shops will face - [Five in Hospital and one Arrested following Serious Collision on A477](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/five-in-hospital-and-one-arrested-following-serious-collision-on-a477/) - [tta_listen_btn] Five people have been taken to hospital, three with serious injuries, following a collision on the A477 between Llanteg and Red Roses in Pembrokeshire on Sunday afternoon. A 23-year-old man has been arrested and remains in police custody. The Collision The crash occurred at around 5pm on Sunday, 24 May 2026, on the A477 - [Mark Drakeford Blames Keir Starmer for Welsh Labour Demise, but 27 Years Tell a Different Story](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/mark-drakeford-blames-keir-starmer-for-welsh-labour-demise-but-27-years-tell-a-different-story/) - Then First Minister Mark Drakeford enjoys a bag of Fish and Chips in Llanelli with Labour Leader Keir Starmer, 2021. (Image / Lee Waters Facebook) [tta_listen_btn] Mark Drakeford has blamed Keir Starmer for costing Welsh Labour the Senedd. The facts tell a more complicated and more damning story, one that begins not in Westminster but - [Residents Demand Answers Over Cat Poisonings in Kidwelly](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/residents-demand-answers-over-cat-poisonings-in-kidwelly/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents in Kidwelly are calling for urgent action after what they describe as a prolonged and deeply distressing series of suspected cat poisonings in the town that they say has been ongoing for more than two years. Multiple pet owners in the area say they have reported cases to their local vets, including Towy - [First Minister Outlines First Commitments of New Welsh Government](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/first-minister-outlines-first-commitments-of-new-welsh-government/) - [tta_listen_btn] First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth has pledged to tackle child poverty, cut NHS waiting lists and stand up for Wales during this Senedd term - while also revealing he discussed Welsh independence with the Prime Minister. Following the appointment of members to the Senedd's business committee on Tuesday May 19, the First Minister addressed - [Part of the Town, Part of the Community: Getting to Know the West Wales Islamic Cultural Association](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/part-of-the-town-part-of-the-community-getting-to-know-the-west-wales-islamic-cultural-association/) - The Mosque of the West Wales Islamic Cultural Association, or WWICA (Image / Google Maps) [tta_listen_btn] If you have walked along Priory Street in Carmarthen in recent months, you will have passed the bright green facades of the West Wales Islamic Cultural Association, known as WWICA, sitting at number 131 in a building that houses - [Cllr Kevin Madge Stepping Down after Four Decades of Service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cllr-kevin-madge-stepping-down-after-four-decades-of-service/) - [tta_listen_btn] A COUNTY councillor who joined the Labour Party when Harold Wilson was in power will step down next year after four decades of service including as leader of Carmarthenshire. Cllr Kevin Madge will be able to spend more time with his beloved wife Catrin and their family, plus his 18 chickens and ducks. He - [Planned Maintenance Work for Severn Tunnel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/planned-maintenance-work-for-severn-tunnel/) - [tta_listen_btn] Passengers travelling between South Wales and Bristol are advised to check before they travel from Saturday 23 May, as Network Rail carries out a significant upgrade to the Severn Tunnel that will make the route more reliable for years to come. The railway between Newport and Bristol Parkway or Filton Abbey Wood will be - [The Hyperlocal News Paradox: Why Local Journalism Must Adapt, or Disappear](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/the-hyperlocal-news-paradox-why-local-journalism-must-adapt-or-disappear/) - [tta_listen_btn] In her 2026 Sir David Nicholas Memorial Lecture, Deborah Turness, Chief Executive of BBC News, issued a warning that the traditional news industry is struggling to keep pace with what she called the creator journalism ecosystem. Audiences are leaving institutional broadcasters and newspapers for the directness, personality and intimacy of independent voices: podcasters, Substack - [Former Police Worker Who Led Double Life as Child Predator Jailed for Twenty Years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/former-police-worker-who-led-double-life-as-child-predator-jailed-for-twenty-years/) - [tta_listen_btn] Alexander Wilson, aged 45, of Nightingale Court, Llanelli, formerly of Glais, Swansea, has been convicted at Swansea Crown Court of two counts of rape of a child under 13 and one count of causing and inciting a child under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity. Wilson denied all charges and contested - [Water Quality Monitoring Equipment to be Installed in River Towy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/water-quality-monitoring-equipment-to-be-installed-in-river-towy/) - [tta_listen_btn] NEW water quality monitoring equipment will be installed in the River Towy estuary this summer, a senior Carmarthenshire councillor said. Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen said the move was part of work being undertaken by groups in West Wales called nutrient management boards. Three boards were set up in response to concerns about phosphorus levels - [Frustration as Attempts to turn Christmas Tree Farm into Nature and Leisure Attraction Blocked](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/frustration-as-attempts-to-turn-christmas-tree-farm-into-nature-and-leisure-attraction-blocked/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Christmas tree farm owner says he can’t understand why his plans to transform his land into a nature and leisure attraction keep being blocked. Clint Shaw has been trying for four years to secure planning permission to create a more permanent seasonal attraction at his Christmas Farm in Llay. His plans include a - [Bulldozer Rampage ends in Jail-time for Swansea Man](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/bulldozer-rampage-ends-in-jail-time-for-swansea-man/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been jailed after driving a bulldozer into a pub in Aberdare in December 2025. Daniel Morgan, 35 from Swansea was sentenced on Thursday May 14 at Merthyr Crown Court to three years and six months in prison. This sentence follows guilty pleas to aggravated vehicle taking and property damage - [Dyfed-Powys Police joins Sceptre Campaign to tackle knife crime](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-joins-sceptre-campaign-to-tackle-knife-crime/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is again joining forces with colleagues across the country to tackle knife crime as part of the national campaign Sceptre. The biannual week of action runs from May 18th – 24th and gives members of the public the opportunity to dispose of unwanted knives at police counters across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys. Amnesty - [Blood test services in Llanelli to move to Canolfan Pentre Awel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/blood-test-services-in-llanelli-to-move-to-canolfan-pentre-awel/) - [tta_listen_btn] Phlebotomy services (blood tests) for Hywel Dda University Health Board patients living in the Llanelli area will be moving to a new home at Canolfan Pentre Awel, Llanelli on 1 June 2026. The service is currently provided from the Mass Vaccination Centre in Dafen, Llanelli, where it temporarily relocated to in 2024. This marks the next planned step in improving access - [Suspicious Package in Felinfoel prompts Bomb Squad Response](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/suspicious-package-in-felinfoel-prompts-bomb-squad-response/) - [tta_listen_btn] At 12:25pm today (16th May) a suspicious package was reported to the police in Long Row, Felinfoel Llanelli. Officers along with Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service and the Welsh Ambulance Service were dispatched to the scene on high alert, whereby roads were immediately closed off and the area cordoned off for - [Abandon Ship: Welsh Labour's Crisis of Accountability Starts Much Closer to Home Than Westminster](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/abandon-ship-welsh-labours-crisis-of-accountability-starts-much-closer-to-home-than-westminster/) - Tonia Antoniazzi with Kier Starmer (Image: Tonia Antoniazzi /Facebook) [tta_listen_btn] When MPs who campaigned on Keir Starmer's mandate begin calling for his resignation, Welsh voters are entitled to ask a simple question: if you did not believe in the programme, why did you ask us to vote for it? Editorial | Carmarthenshire News Online | - [Changes to Parking on Aberystwyth Promenade](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/changes-to-parking-on-aberystwyth-promenade/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion County Council is introducing on-street parking charges on parts of Aberystwyth seafront from Monday 18 May 2026. The change will apply on Victoria Terrace, Marine Terrace and New Promenade, with charges operating daily between 08:00 and 20:00. The seafront is one of the most in-demand parking locations in the county. Introducing charges - [Prince Philip Hospital first in Wales to offer innovative cancer diagnostic procedure](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/prince-philip-hospital-first-in-wales-to-offer-innovative-cancer-diagnostic-procedure/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board's Prince Philip Hospital has become the first centre in Wales to introduce an innovative cancer diagnosis technique. For patients, the introduction of CryoEBUS is expected to shorten diagnostic pathways, contributing to more timely and targeted care. Cryobiopsy Endobronchial Ultrasound (CryoEBUS) - uses endobronchial ultrasound guidance and special biopsy needles, - [GWR's new timetable set to unlock further economic growth across the South West and Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/gwrs-new-timetable-set-to-unlock-further-economic-growth-across-the-south-west-and-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] New services launch this may, and a new station later this summer, taking the number of destinations served by Great Western Railway to 200 for the first time. Great Western Railway's new timetable, launching from Sunday 17 May, represents one of the most significant expansions of rail connectivity across the South West and Wales - [South Wales Police Conclude Major Investigation into Online Child Exploitation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/south-wales-police-conclude-major-investigation-into-online-child-exploitation/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police have successfully concluded a complex investigation into online child sexual exploitation, known as Operation Heleia. The investigation culminated in the sentencing of 19-year-old Kyle Fisher from Heol Islwyn, Tonyrefail, at Cardiff Crown Court , where he received a significant prison sentence for multiple offences against minors. The case began with disturbing - [Chemotherapy Day Unit staff raise £2,530 to support patient care at Prince Philip Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/chemotherapy-day-unit-staff-raise-2530-to-support-patient-care-at-prince-philip-hospital/) - [tta_listen_btn] Staff from the Chemotherapy Day Unit at Prince Philip Hospital and their family and friends have come together and raised an impressive £2,530 to support patients receiving care within the unit. On 18th April 2026, members of the team climbed Pen y Fan inBannau Brycheiniog , while others completed a swim challenge on 9th - [Crack Dealer from Llanelli Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/crack-dealer-from-llanelli-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] Jake Ware, of Pwll in Llanelli, has been jailed for three years for his role in supplying Class A drugs. On Wednesday, 17 December 2025, Dyfed-Powys Police carried out a search warrant at an address in Llanelli following information received that Jake Ware was supplying Class A and B drugs from the property. During - [Plaid Cymru Wins the Senedd Election](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/plaid-cymru-wins-the-senedd-election/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Friday, Wales witnessed a political landscape shifting dramatically as the results came in across the country. For the first time since devolution began in 1999, and for the first time in over a century of democratic elections, Welsh Labour is not the largest party in Wales. In its place stands Plaid Cymru, the - [Red Line Protest to Pass Through Cardigan Town Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/red-line-protest-to-pass-through-cardigan-town-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] A community demonstration is planned for Cardigan (Aberteifi) in which participants will carry a 500-metre length of red material through the town's streets in a show of solidarity with the people of Gaza. The event, organised by local activists and residents, will see the so-called Red Line banner unfurled and carried as a visible - [Plaid, Reform and a Deep Hunger for Change: Voters Across Rural Carmarthenshire Have Their Say](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plaid-reform-and-a-deep-hunger-for-change-voters-across-rural-carmarthenshire-have-their-say/) - [tta_listen_btn] On polling day, Carmarthenshire News Online visited Cynwyl Elfed, Llampumsaint and Bronywydd to hear from voters first-hand. What we found was a county in two minds, united by frustration with the recent past, divided on who should shape the future. The polling stations of rural Carmarthenshire were quiet in the way Welsh polling stations - [Raw Sewage Discharged into River Towy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/raw-sewage-discharged-into-river-towy/) - [tta_listen_btn] Coracle men on the River Towy in Carmarthen made a disturbing discovery in the early hours of Friday 1 May 2026, just as the traditional coracle fishing season was getting under way, when they encountered raw sewage and toilet paper floating through the marshes and swirling in the water in the centre of the - [Independent. Candidate for Carmarthenshire Peters-Bond Reacts With Outrage to FOI Findings](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/independent-candidate-for-carmarthenshire-peters-bond-reacts-with-outrage-to-foi-findings/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carl Peters-Bond, Independent Senedd candidate for Sir Gaerfyrddin and Mayor of Kidwelly, has reacted with outrage to Freedom of Information documents which reveal that Hywel Dda University Health Board made no targeted attempts to recruit a salaried GP to Meddygfa'r Sarn in Pontyates for nine years, despite citing a lack of recruitment interest as - [Editorial: The Future of Wales - What Will It Look Like?](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/editorial-the-future-of-wales-what-will-it-look-like/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales is days away from a Senedd election unlike any before it. The new proportional voting system means every ballot cast will carry genuine weight. The outcome is not yet written. And for the first time in 27 years, Labour is not the story. Two parties are leading neck and neck to form the - [Guilty Verdict for Suspect in Shelley Davies Murder](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/guilty-verdict-for-suspect-in-shelley-davies-murder/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been found guilty of the murder of Shelley Davies in Caerau, Cardiff. Kian Bateman, of Caerau, Cardiff, has also been found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent in relation to Shelley's partner David Bratcher. Emergency services were called to Heol Trelai just before 12.30am on Saturday September 27, 2025, to - [Industrial Fire at Nevills Dock, Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/industrial-fire-at-nevills-dock-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] At 11.01am on Thursday, April 23rd, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Llanelli, Tumble, Port Talbot, Kidwelly and Swansea West Fire Stations were called to an incident at Nevills Dock in Llanelli. The crews responded to a fire at an industrial involving one portable conveyor machine and approximately 150 - [Heavy Police Activity in Llanelli as Three People Arrested](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/heavy-police-activity-in-llanelli-as-three-people-arrested/) - [tta_listen_btn] Officers from the Joint Firearms Unit, along with a number of specialist departments from Dyfed-Powys Police, have undertaken a pre-planned operation in Llanelli today (25 April.) Today’s police activity on Station Road, Llanelli, was part of a pre-planned operation, and not in response to any ongoing emergency incident in the area. As a result - [Police Investigate Stabbing Incident at Tenby Railway Station](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/police-investigate-stabbing-incident-at-tenby-railway-station/) - [tta_listen_btn] Four teenagers have been stabbed following serious disorder at Tenby railway station, in an incident that has sent shockwaves through one of Pembrokeshire's most popular tourist destinations. Officers from Dyfed-Powys Police were called to the station at around 9.50pm on Tuesday, 7 April, following reports of a disturbance involving a large group of youths - [Reform Leading Narrowly in Race for the Senedd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/reform-leading-narrowly-in-race-for-the-senedd/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales is sixteen days away from the most consequential Senedd election since devolution began in 1999, and the latest polling shows a race so tight that the outcome is genuinely anyone's to call. A YouGov MRP model commissioned by ITV Cymru Wales and Cardiff University, with fieldwork carried out between 6 and 15 April, - [Woman Discovers Surveyors Accessed Her Farm Without Consent Via Camera Footage, Court Hears](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/woman-discovers-surveyors-accessed-her-farm-without-consent-via-camera-footage-court-hears/) - [tta_listen_btn] A woman who runs a farm and eco-campsite in mid-Wales only found out that surveyors had accessed a stream on her land because of video camera footage, a court heard. Natalie Barstow was said to be "on tenterhooks" about a survey planned by a company proposing to build new electricity pylon lines in Wales. - [Police Appeal for Wanted Man](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/police-appeal-for-wanted-man/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for help in tracing Richard Edwards. Officers want to speak to Edwards, 35, in connection with failing to appear at Swansea Crown Court. Edwards was due to appear having been charged with assault, in relation to an incident which took place in 2023. Edwards is from Llanelli, but is known - [Royal Mail Denies Hiding Undelivered Mail during Wrexham MP's Visit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/royal-mail-denies-hiding-undelivered-mail-during-wrexham-mps-visit/) - Andrew Ranger ©House of Commons/Laurie Noble [tta_listen_btn] Royal Mail has denied claims managers hid undelivered mail from Wrexham MP Andrew Ranger during a visit to its Regent Street delivery office last Christmas. The allegation was made during a meeting of Wrexham County Borough Council’s Executive Board earlier this week. There members granted Council Leader Cllr - [Senedd Must Scrutinise WRU's West Wales Proposals, Says Labour Candidate for Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/senedd-must-scrutinise-wrus-west-wales-proposals-says-labour-candidate-for-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Calum Higgins, Welsh Labour's lead candidate for Sir Gaerfyrddin (Carmarthenshire) in the upcoming Senedd elections, has called for parliamentary scrutiny of the Welsh Rugby Union's plans to reduce professional rugby in West Wales to a single team, warning the proposals risk "trashing rugby heritage in the South West." Higgins, a keen rugby fan from - [Single Mother's Struggle Living in Rowena Court, Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/single-mothers-struggle-living-in-rowena-court-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] A single mother with an autistic child stuck living in a one-bedroom council flat for years claims Cardiff council hasn’t enabled her to move. Jordan Heron, 38, has been living in a single-bedroom flat at Rowena Court in Pentrebane for the last 18 years. She is also a full-time carer to her daughter Lola, - [Retrospective works associated with Tenby's new Loungers approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/retrospective-works-associated-with-tenbys-new-loungers-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] A retrospective call for works associated with the new Loungers beachfront venue in Tenby has been given the go-ahead. In an application approved by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Loungers UK Limited, through agent Richard Pedlar Architects, sought retrospective permission for new fascia signage, a new wall-mount menu board and a free-standing menu board at - [Wayne Erasmus, Gwlad's Lead Candidate for Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/wayne-erasmus-gwlads-lead-candidate-for-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wayne Erasmus is one of the most personally distinctive candidates in the Sir Gaerfyrddin field, a first-language Welsh speaker, a retired Merchant Navy Chief Engineer, a founder of a grassroots football club, a food bank organiser, and a man who has experienced, with devastating personal consequence, the failures of the Welsh health system he - [Who is Jason Barker? 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Wales has a proud industrial heritage, but years of Labour rule in Cardiff Bay, - [Cat Rescue Centre Approved Next To Jet Engine Site Despite Noise Welfare Fears](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/cat-rescue-centre-approved-next-to-jet-engine-site-despite-noise-welfare-fears/) - [tta_listen_btn] Concerns have been raised about a charity’s plans to build a cat rescue and adoption centre next to an aircraft engine repair and maintenance site. The plan for the centre at the existing over-flow car park of Caerphilly Garden Centre in Old Nantgarw Road, Nantgarw was given approval by RCT’s planning committee on Thursday, - [Bat Tower Approved in Rural Pembrokeshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/bat-tower-approved-in-rural-pembrokeshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for a special tower in rural Pembrokeshire to help protect a Welsh bat species in decline have been given the go-ahead. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Jenny Surname O’Neill of Vincent Wildlife Trust sought permission for a five-metre-high bat roost tower structure at Llwyngoras, Felindre Farchog. A supporting statement said: - [Barges Needed To Build £8 Million River Path Linking Swansea City Centre To Copperworks](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/barges-needed-to-build-8-million-river-path-linking-swansea-city-centre-to-copperworks/) - [tta_listen_btn] BARGES will be needed in the construction of an £8 million path running for around a mile along Swansea’s River Tawe, the council has said. It’ll be built in three phases on the west bank of the river from a point north of the Tawe bridges to the Hafod-Morfa Copperworks area, helping to link - [Party Spotlight: Welsh Labour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/party-spotlight-welsh-labour/) - [tta_listen_btn] Welsh Labour has governed Wales without interruption since the first National Assembly election in 1999. For a generation of Welsh voters, Labour and the Welsh Government have been effectively synonymous a political fact of life as durable as the landscape itself. That era is now, by the evidence of almost every available metric, approaching - [Beer Garden Plan Sparks Fears of Brawls and Anti-social Behaviour in Pembrokeshire Village](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/beer-garden-plan-sparks-fears-of-brawls-and-anti-social-behaviour-in-pembrokeshire-village/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call for a beer garden at the back of a Pembrokeshire seaside village bar could lead to binge and underage drinking, fights, and drunk punters relieving themselves by neighbouring properties, objectors have said. At the next meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council’s licensing sub-committee, members will consider an application for a variation of a - [Plaid Cymru says Keir Starmer has 'Lost all authority'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-says-keir-starmer-has-lost-all-authority/) - [tta_listen_btn] Keir Starmer has no authority after 'taking a back seat in his own government' – Plaid Cymru Liz Saville Roberts slams Keir Starmer for 'outsourcing responsibility' and 'showing so little curiosity' about Mandelson vetting Plaid Cymru Westminster Leader Liz Saville Roberts MP has said that Prime Minister Keir Starmer has "lost all authority" after - [The Road to Cardiff Bay: All Eyes on Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/the-road-to-cardiff-bay-all-eyes-on-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE 2026 Senedd election has been described by commentators as the most consequential since Welsh devolution began in 1999. For the first time, Wales is operating under a fully proportional closed-list D'Hondt system, replacing the hybrid Additional Member System used in previous elections. Sixteen enlarged super-constituencies will each return six Members of the Senedd, - [Anti-Social Behaviour in Swansea sparks concern despite swift Police Action](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/anti-social-behaviour-in-swansea-sparks-concern-despite-swift-police-action/) - [tta_listen_btn] A GROUP of 150 youths from Carmarthenshire who arrived en masse in Swansea were expected by South Wales Police, a meeting heard. News about the planned gathering had circulated on social media the day before and been picked up by officers monitoring the online world. Superintendent Mark Kavanagh said it was one of two - [Housing Scheme in Carmarthen Turned Down Due to Traffic, Pedestrian and Wildlife Concerns](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/housing-scheme-in-carmarthen-turned-down-due-to-traffic-pedestrian-and-wildlife-concerns/) - [tta_listen_btn] Outline plans for 20 new houses in Carmarthen have been turned down again. Carmarthenshire Council has rejected a second application by Suffolk-based developer Omnicorp Ltd which wanted to build the detached homes on sloping land off Penlan Road and Parc-y-Delyn. There were several objections on traffic, pedestrian safety and wildlife impact grounds. Carmarthen Town - [Party Spotlight: Reform UK in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/party-spotlight-reform-uk-in-wales/) - Official portrait of Nigel Farage MP, Laurie Noble - https://members.parliament.uk/member/5091/portrait [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK enters the final stretch of the 2026 Senedd election campaign as one of the most closely watched parties in the race, and one of the most contested. Polling neck and neck with Plaid Cymru and well ahead of a faltering Welsh Labour, the party - [Party Spotlight: Plaid Cymru, 'The Party of Wales'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/party-spotlight-plaid-cymru-the-party-of-wales/) - Rhun ap Iorwerth, Official Senedd photograph of Member of the Senedd. [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru enters the 2026 Senedd election campaign in a position of remarkable strength. Polling neck and neck with Reform UK and ahead of a declining Welsh Labour, the party led by Rhun ap Iorwerth is widely expected to emerge as the largest - [Senedd Election: Your Candidates for Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/senedd-election-your-candidates-for-pembrokeshire-and-ceredigion/) - [tta_listen_btn] 44 candidates are fighting for your vote in Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion in the forthcoming Senedd elections. For the May 7 elections, Wales will have 16 constituencies instead of the current 40. Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru created the new constituencies for Wales and the Senedd will have 96 members instead of 60, each constituency - [FROM THE COURTS: Llanelli Magistrates' Court, 16 April 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/court-reports/from-the-courts-llanelli-magistrates-court-16-april-2026/) - [tta_listen_btn] A roofing businessman has been sent for trial at Swansea Crown Court on fraud and money laundering charges, a Kidwelly farmer faces trial over the illegal movement of tens of thousands of sheep, and a local man was found guilty of failing to identify drivers to police following a series of speeding incidents, among - [Keir Starmer Facing Calls to Resign over Mandelson Scandal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/keir-starmer-facing-calls-to-resign-over-mandelson-scandal/) - 05/07/2024. London, United Kingdom. The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's official portraits upon his official appointment by His Majesty The King. Picture by Simon Dawson/ No 10 Downing Street [tta_listen_btn] Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure from opposition parties across the political spectrum after it emerged that Peter Mandelson failed security vetting before being appointed - [Key Changes You Need to Know About the Senedd Election](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/key-changes-you-need-to-know-about-the-senedd-election/) - On May 7 the way we vote in Senedd elections is changing. If recent opinion polls are to be believed, the election could be one of the most consequential since the Welsh Parliament, then known as the Welsh Assembly, was established in 1999. But from new constituencies and more elected members to changes in how - [Senedd Election: Candidates for Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/senedd-election-candidates-for-blaenau-gwent-caerffili-rhymni/) - [tta_listen_btn] A total of 42 candidates will stand for the Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni constituency at May’s Senedd elections. They will contest the seat on Thursday May 7, when six seats are up for grabs. The elections mark the introduction of both a new voting system and an expanded Welsh Parliament, which will grow from - [Senedd Election: Your Candidates for Casnewydd Islwyn](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/senedd-election-your-candidates-for-casnewydd-islwyn/) - [tta_listen_btn] A total of 41 candidates will stand for the Casnewydd Islwyn constituency at May’s Senedd elections. They will contest the seat on Thursday May 7, when six seats are up for grabs. The elections mark the introduction of both a new voting system and an expanded Welsh Parliament, which will grow from 60 to - [Labour Candidate for Carmarthenshire calls for 'Fair deal' for school children](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/labour-candidate-for-carmarthenshire-calls-for-fair-deal-for-school-children/) - [tta_listen_btn] Labour's lead candidate for the Sir Gaerfyrddin Senedd election has called for a fair deal for Carmarthenshire's children, criticising the Plaid Cymru led Carmarthenshire County Council's lack of investment in schools in Llanelli, and proposals to shut a nursery school in Ammanford. Calum Higgins, who is currently Deputy Mayor of Ammanford, has pledged to - [Caerphilly Residents: Have Your Say on Future of Outdoor Access](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/caerphilly-residents-have-your-say-on-future-of-outdoor-access/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents across Caerphilly County Borough are being invited to help shape the future of outdoor access, as plans progress to re-establish the Caerphilly Local Access Forum. With around 800km (500 miles) of public rights of way to explore, from scenic footpaths to multi-use routes, the network plays a key role in supporting recreation, wellbeing - [Green Party Candidate for Carmarthenshire demands 'Real cost of Pylons' within weeks of new Welsh Gov](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/green-party-candidate-for-carmarthenshire-demands-real-cost-of-pylons-within-weeks-of-new-welsh-gov/) - [tta_listen_btn] Real cost of pylons must be released within "weeks" of new Welsh Government, says Green councillor The Green Party has called for the true cost of overhead pylons versus underground electricity cables to be published within weeks of a new Welsh Government, warning that communities in Carmarthenshire are being divided as the row over - [One Year Later Rally: Women's Rights Activists Clash with Trans Activists in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/one-year-later-rally-womens-rights-activists-clash-with-trans-activists-in-cardiff/) - One Year Later Demonstration - pic by Tessa Finch [tta_listen_btn] A 'One Year Later' demonstration in Cardiff city centre on April 11 brought women’s rights activists and counter protesters together in a closely monitored but largely non-violent confrontation. The gathering reflected a wider national debate around gender identity and women’s rights, with both sides assembling - [New Tapas Venue to Open in Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-tapas-venue-to-open-in-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new tapas-style venue is to open in the centre of Carmarthen after councillors granted a premises licence. The empty King Street unit is located in a so-called cumulative impact assessment area having been identified in Carmarthenshire Council’s licensing policy as a hotspot of alcohol-related crime and disorder. When this cumulative impact assessment policy - [River Tywi site in Llandeilo to gain Legal Water Protections from 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/river-tywi-site-in-llandeilo-to-gain-legal-water-protections-from-2026/) - [tta_listen_btn] A popular swimming spot at Llandeilo Swing Bridge on the River Tywi will be granted official Bathing Water Designation from 2026, bringing regular water quality monitoring and legal protections aimed at improving river health. Welsh Government confirmation means the site will become only the second river location in Wales to receive the status, following - [Could Snoop Dogg's 'Vegas of Wales' Dream Change What's on Our Doorstep?](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/could-snoop-doggs-vegas-of-wales-dream-change-whats-on-our-doorstep/) - Snoop Dogg (Bruce Baker from Sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) [tta_listen_btn] Swansea is only 30 miles from Carmarthen, so what does Snoop Dogg's big vision for the city actually mean, and can it legally happen? Rapper and entertainment mogul Snoop Dogg has made headlines with a bold promise to transform Swansea - [Protest held to Block Machinery from entering Skyline Construction Site in Swansea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/protest-held-to-block-machinery-from-entering-skyline-construction-site-in-swansea/) - [tta_listen_btn] A PROTEST aimed at blocking access for machinery used in the construction of a new leisure attraction in Swansea has been taking place today. A small number of people from a group called Climate Camp Cymru and some local people held placards at the access lane leading up the hill where a company called - [Community Centre in Wrexham to be repurposed into Adult Day Care Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/community-centre-in-wrexham-to-be-repurposed-into-adult-day-care-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Deputy Leader of Wrexham Council says turning Acton Community Centre into an adult day care facility is part of the price of preserving libraries. In a statement released on Tuesday, Cllr David Bithell said that plans to revamp Acton Community Resource Centre to replace the Cunliffe Centre in offering daycare support for adults - [Planning for Signs Erected Without Permission at Ceredigion Farm given go-ahead](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/planning-for-signs-erected-without-permission-at-ceredigion-farm-given-go-ahead/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for signs erected without permission as part of a rebranding at the popular Ceredigion Bargoed Farm attraction have been given the go-ahead by the council. In a retrospective application submitted to Ceredigion County Council, Mr Thomas of Bargoed Farm, Llwyncelyn, near Aberaeron, through agent Geraint John Planning Ltd, sought permission for two ‘Moody - [Senedd Hopefuls Gear Up for Campaign in Gwynedd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/senedd-election-2026/senedd-hopefuls-gear-up-for-campaign-in-gwynedd/) - [tta_listen_btn] SENEDD election hopefuls for the massive Gwynedd Maldwyn constituency will need to send their nominations off to Cyngor Gwynedd by Thursday, April 9. Voters go to the polls on Thursday, May 7 in a vastly different Senedd elections this time around. The Senedd will go up from 60 members to 96 with fewer and - [Food Hygiene Inspections Backlogged in Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/food-hygiene-inspections-backlogged-in-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] DETAILS of food hygiene inspection backlogs faced by a council struggling to recruit qualified staff have been disclosed. Carmarthenshire Council has 2,280 food premises on its schedule including restaurants, cafes, pubs, takeaways, care homes, schools, hospitals and manufacturers. A council scrutiny committee heard last month the council probably wouldn’t meet targets relating to what - [Giant Shed Application to Pembrokeshire Planners Refused](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/giant-shed-application-to-pembrokeshire-planners-refused/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call for a 60-foot-long shed and stables at the proposed home of a gypsy traveller family near a Pembrokeshire village has been refused by planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Ryan Surname Boswell & Family, through agent Hayston Developments & Planning Ltd, sought provision for an access road and replacement of - [Chopped Trees in Cardiff suburb anger Residents](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/chopped-trees-in-cardiff-suburb-anger-residents/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents of a Cardiff suburb are up in arms about trees being cut down in a beloved woods to support a nearby housing development. Local people are outraged by a number of trees being felled to make way for, what they claim is, heavy vehicle access to allow construction vehicles to access a construction - [Kidwelly Marks Easter with Traditional Blessing of Historic Wells](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/kidwelly-marks-easter-with-traditional-blessing-of-historic-wells/) - [tta_listen_btn] Over the Easter Weekend, Carmarthenshire News Online followed Jim Flanagan, the presiding Vicar in Kidwelly since March 2023, on his journey to the local spring, St Mary’s Well, as part of a moving Easter morning tradition rooted in the town’s rich past. Now celebrating his fourth Easter in the parish, Fr Jim brings a - [Llanelli's Lauren Bryant Claims Multiple Titles at WMAC World Championships](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanellis-lauren-bryant-claims-multiple-titles-at-wmac-world-championships/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli kickboxer Lauren Bryant, a recipient of Snap Fitness' Grassroots to Greatness Athletic Grant, delivered an outstanding performance at the recent WMAC (World Martial Arts Committee) English Championships, competing across multiple categories in a demanding day of high-level competition. Lauren entered an impressive eight divisions across different disciplines and weight classes, facing a series - [Green Party Candidate for Carmarthenshire Rob James Demands Answers Over Delayed Ammanford School Project](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/green-party-candidate-for-carmarthenshire-rob-james-demands-answers-over-delayed-ammanford-school-project/) - [tta_listen_btn] Questions are being raised over the future of land purchased by Carmarthenshire County Council for a new school in Ammanford, with no clear public update on the project since the acquisition was announced. The need to modernise education provision in the Ammanford area has been recognised for over a decade, with proposals for new - [Reform UK Candidates Take Campaign to the Streets of Llanelli and Carmarthen with aims of 'Correcting Misinformation and Building Momentum'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/reform-uk-candidates-take-campaign-to-the-streets-of-llanelli-and-carmarthen-with-aims-of-correcting-misinformation-and-building-momentum/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK Carmarthenshire (Sir Gaerfyrddin) was out in force this Saturday morning, campaigning in both Llanelli and Carmarthen. The team engaged directly with residents, listened to their concerns, and clearly explained what Reform UK stands for, while robustly dispelling the wave of misinformation circulating on social media and from rival parties. False claims that - [The Race is On for the Upcoming Senedd Election in May](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/the-race-is-on-for-the-upcoming-senedd-election-in-may/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales is heading into one of the most consequential elections since devolution began in 1999. The 2026 Senedd election marks a historic turning point, introducing a fully proportional voting system for the first time. The change means that, across the country, every vote now carries equal weight, ending the era of so called safe - [Reform UK Wales Unveils Senedd Candidates for Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/reform-uk-wales-unveils-senedd-candidates-for-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK Wales has unveiled its full list of candidates for the Sir Gaerfyrddin (Carmarthenshire) constituency ahead of the Welsh Parliament Senedd elections on 7 May 2026. Leading the list is Gareth Beer, Reform UK's lead candidate and Carmarthenshire Branch Chairman. A local businessman, father of four, and Kidwelly town councillor, Gareth also serves - [Plans to change Hairdressing Salon to Coffee Bar in St Davids](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/plans-to-change-hairdressing-salon-to-coffee-bar-in-st-davids/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans to change a former hairdressing salon in Pembrokeshire’s only city to a family-friendly coffee bar have been submitted to the national park. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Gerallt Nash seeks permission for a change of use of 26 High Street, St Davids from a hairdressing salon to a family friendly - [Smallholders Permitted to Keep Glamping Pods following Appeal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/smallholders-permitted-to-keep-glamping-pods-following-appeal/) - [tta_listen_btn] SMALLHOLDERS who were told to remove glamping pods and hot tubs with superb views across a valley in Carmarthenshire can now keep them. Anna Robinson, of Lan Farm, Whitemill, who lives with her husband Guy, said it had been a stressful time. “It’s a huge relief,” she said. “If we didn’t have the pods - [Sweet Treats and Tasty Desserts to fill long-vacant unit in Cardiff neighbourhood](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/sweet-treats-and-tasty-desserts-to-fill-long-vacant-unit-in-cardiff-neighbourhood/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new dessert shop has been approved for a Cardiff neighbourhood that promised to bring a “unique and distinctive menu offering to the local area”. Cardiff Council has approved a new dessert shop at 56B Plas-Mawr Road in Cardiff. Planning documents read: “The proposal seeks to bring a long-vacant unit over a year back - [Llanelli MP Nia Griffith pledges to 'Act for Climate and Nature' as part of WWF's Earth Hour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-nia-griffith-pledges-to-act-for-climate-and-nature-as-part-of-wwfs-earth-hour/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has pledged that it’s time to act for climate and nature as part of WWF’s Earth Hour, one of the largest events to protect the planet. On Saturday 28 March at 8.30pm campaigners around the world united in support of people and the planet and iconic UK - [Llanelli MP says New Strategy on UK Steel will Boost Welsh Industry and Protect Jobs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/llanelli-mp-says-new-strategy-on-uk-steel-will-boost-welsh-industry-and-protect-jobs/) - [tta_listen_btn] The new Steel Strategy launched by the UK Labour Government will boost domestic steel production and protect thousands of steelmaking jobs in Wales according to Llanelli MP, Dame Nia Griffith. The MP, a long-standing advocate for the Welsh steel industry and whose constituency includes the Tata Steel plant in Trostre, said the landmark plan - [Jail for Delivery Driver who Caused Death of Aaron Jones from Llanpumsaint](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/jail-for-delivery-driver-who-caused-death-of-aaron-jones-from-llanpumsaint/) - [tta_listen_btn] A delivery driver has been jailed for four-and-a-half-years for causing the death of Llanpumsaint dad Aaron Jones in a collision in December 2024. Daniel Douglas Wyke, from Carmarthen, appeared at Swansea Crown Court today to be sentenced after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. The court heard that 28-year-old Wyke collided with - [Coleg Sir Gar's Pibwrlwyd Campus to undergo £90million Expansion as Funding Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/coleg-sir-gars-pibwrlwyd-campus-to-undergo-90million-expansion-as-funding-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] A £90 million college expansion in Carmarthenshire will provide an “opportunity to change lives”, its acting principal said. Vanessa Cashmore was addressing the council’s planning committee about Coleg Sir Gar’s proposal to modernise and expand its Pibwrlwyd Campus on the outskirts of Carmarthen. The new Campws Caerfyrddin development will feature four new buildings for - [Campaigners Appeal to Keep Pontyates Surgery Open](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/campaigners-appeal-to-keep-pontyates-surgery-open/) - [tta_listen_btn] As the 8 week public engagement period draws to a close, the Save our Surgery working group in Pontyates have written to the chief executive, Philip Kloer, outlining numerous concerns about the integrity of the decision making process and noting weaknesses in the hastily arranged engagement exercise. The letter of complaint has been - [A470 Crash Victim's Family Pay Tribute](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/a470-crash-victims-family-pay-tribute/) - [tta_listen_btn] The family of 23-year-old Ellé Claire Evans from Ammanford, who died in a fatal road traffic collision on the A470 on the 24 of March, have paid tribute to her. The family said: "Our beautiful, amazing, intelligent, miracle of a daughter, Ellé Claire Evans was involved in a road traffic collision at 23 years - [Head of Organised Crime Group in Cardiff Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/head-of-organised-crime-group-in-cardiff-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] The head of an Organised Crime Group (OCG) responsible for large-scale drug supply has been brough to justice following his extradition from Thailand. Ritesh Patel, 43, from Cathays, Cardiff, was sentenced to 20-years in prison at Newport Crown Court on March 16, 2026, for his role in an OCG responsible for supplying hundreds of - [Pencoed Murder Investigation Ongoing as Police Appeal for Witnesses to Come Forward](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/pencoed-murder-investigation-ongoing-as-police-appeal-for-witnesses-to-come-forward/) - [tta_listen_btn] Major Crime Detectives investigating the murder of David Rogers in Pencoed on February 28, 2026, are appealing directly to a man seen jogging along Felindre Road just before 1am that same day. They believe he ran past the location of the incident just before the incident happened and may be able to assist their - [Nine Members of Organised Crime Group Sentenced following Investigation by Tarian ROCU](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/nine-members-of-organised-crime-group-sentenced-following-investigation-by-tarian-rocu/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nine members of an organised crime group have been sentenced following a proactive investigation led by Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit for southern Wales. Tarian, working in collaboration with Gwent Police and Gloucestershire Constabulary, established Operation Allegro to dismantle an organised crime group operating across southern Wales and southwest England. The group, led - [Glangwili Hospital faces High Demand and Services at Bursting Point](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/glangwili-hospital-faces-high-demand-and-services-at-bursting-point/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthenshire’s main and oldest acute hospital, Glangwili in Carmarthen, is facing mounting pressure as ageing infrastructure, rising demand and persistent bed shortages stretch services close to capacity. Health leaders themselves have acknowledged the scale of the challenge. Hywel Dda University Health Board has described its hospital estate as “not designed for modern models of - [Castell Deudraeth in Portmeirion to stage Four Open Air Events on Castle Grounds](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/castell-deudraeth-in-portmeirion-to-stage-four-open-air-events-on-castle-grounds/) - [tta_listen_btn] An application for a premises licence to stage up to four open air events in the grounds at Portmeirion has been approved. An application had been appended for a premises licence for Portmeirion Limited. Cyngor Gwynedd’s council’s central licensing sub-committee granted the permission on Friday March 20. The location concerns the Drive Field and - ['Compelling' Economic Case for High Speed Ferry Link Between Swansea And South-west of England](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/compelling-economic-case-for-high-speed-ferry-link-between-swansea-and-south-west-of-england/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE economic case for a high speed, zero emission ferry link between Swansea and south-west England is “compelling”, the author of a new report said. Dave Sampson, of Ocean Prime Industries Ltd, assessed public feedback about the idea and considered factors such as the potential market size, pricing and scheduling, revenue and employment potential, - [Final Stretch of 13-mile Cycle Path to Open by Easter](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/final-stretch-of-13-mile-cycle-path-to-open-by-easter/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE final stretch of a 13-mile cycle path along Carmarthenshire’s Towy Valley is due to be open by Easter and judging by the number of people using it the cat’s out of the bag. The path links Abergwili on the outskirts of Carmarthen to Ffairfach, around half a mile shy of Llandeilo, and will - [Bin Collection Changes in Ceredigion during Easter](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/bin-collection-changes-in-ceredigion-during-easter/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents are reminded of the changes to waste collections during the Easter period. In Ceredigion, we will endeavour to provide waste collections as follows: Usual Collection day Collecting on Friday 03 April 2026 Friday 03 April 2026 No change Monday 06 April 2026 Saturday 04 April 2026 Residents are asked to share this information - [Glangwili's refurbished Same Day Emergency Care Unit set to reopen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/glangwilis-refurbished-same-day-emergency-care-unit-set-to-reopen/) - [tta_listen_btn] The SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) unit at Hywel Dda University Health Board's Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen will reopen to patients and staff on Monday, 30 March. Major refurbishment work has taken place at the site thanks to more than £2m of funding from Welsh Government. The money was spent to provide more consultation - [Transport for Wales announces Wales-wide rollout of EV Charging Stations](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/transport-for-wales-announces-wales-wide-rollout-of-ev-charging-stations/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced a Wales-wide initiative to support the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by providing all 22 Local Authorities with free access to a shared national data platform, ChargePoint Navigator. ChargePoint Navigator is designed to simplify site selection, reduce costs, and support EV infrastructure planning to local authorities. Through - [Free bike security marking events return to Transport for Wales network](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/free-bike-security-marking-events-return-to-transport-for-wales-network/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cyclists across Wales and Borders are being invited to protect their bikes for free as Transport for Wales (TfW) brings back its popular bike security marking programme for a fourth consecutive year. Delivered in partnership with the British Transport Police (BTP), the initiative offers cyclists the opportunity to have their bikes marked and registered - [Caerphilly Welcomes Major Funding Boost to Transport Schemes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/caerphilly-welcomes-major-funding-boost-to-transport-schemes/) - Caerphilly county borough council has welcomed a major funding announcement from Welsh Government to deliver a number of integrated transport schemes across the area. Caerphilly county borough council has welcomed a major funding announcement from Welsh Government to deliver a number of integrated transport schemes across the area. More than £115million of funding has been - [Nuisance Property in Cardiff closes following Application by Police](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/nuisance-property-in-cardiff-closes-following-application-by-police/) - [tta_listen_btn] A nuisance property in Cardiff has been closed down following an application by South Wales Police. There have been repeated calls and concerns regarding drug-related activity at 30 Planet Steet, Adamsdown. The local community has described individuals attending the property throughout the day and night to obtain or consume drugs. On occasions this has - [Kidwelly House Fire prompts Investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/kidwelly-house-fire-prompts-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Joint enquiries into the circumstances surrounding a house fire on Lady Street, Kidwelly, are ongoing. The fire has now been fully extinguished, and emergency services remain at the scene as work continues to ensure the property and surrounding area are made safe. Specialist teams are carrying out assessments, and the cause of the fire - [Rail Link between Wrexham and London Euston backed by over 5,500 people](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/rail-link-between-wrexham-and-london-euston-backed-by-over-5500-people/) - [tta_listen_btn] Over 5,500 people have now backed a petition calling for the revival of a direct rail service between Wrexham and London Euston. Politicians from both sides of the Wales/England border have backed the proposals, which operator Wrexham, Shropshire and Midlands Railway (WSMR) believes will generate around £9 million in additional revenue for Wrexham, North - [Maintenance Work near Aberdare Could See Main A-Road Closed for Five Nights](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/maintenance-work-near-aberdare-could-see-main-a-road-closed-for-five-nights/) - [tta_listen_btn] A road in the Cynon Valley could close for five nights for bridge maintenance works. There are five night time closures expected on the A4059 Aberdare Bypass, from the Harriet Street roundabout to the Wellington Street roundabout, from 8pm to 6am as and when required from March 23 to April 3. A public notice - [Council Announces Cheaper Bus Fares in Rhondda this Easter](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/council-announces-cheaper-bus-fares-in-rhondda-this-easter/) - [tta_listen_btn] There will be cheaper bus travel in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) again this Easter, the council has announced. RCT Council has confirmed that all single journeys in Rhondda Cynon Taf will cost no more than £1.50 across all operators for two weeks. The subsidised bus travel will run from Saturday, March 28, to Sunday, - [Swansea to Step Up on Fly-tipping Enforcement](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-to-step-up-on-fly-tipping-enforcement/) - [tta_listen_btn] Fly-tipping enforcement is to be stepped up in Swansea with the deployment of extra staff and surveillance cameras. The council’s budget for 2026-27 includes an additional £250,000 to tackle the blight and beef up enforcement. Councillors on a scrutiny panel heard the approach will include education and engagement such as advising householders they have - [School Closures in Cardiff Prompt Investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/school-closures-in-cardiff-prompt-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Police are continuing to investigate threats made against two secondary schools in Cardiff after messages warned of potential violence involving weapons. Officers from South Wales Police received a live chat message at around 8.30pm on Sunday, March 15, which contained threats to harm people at Llanishen High School and Eastern High School in Cardiff. - [Community comes together to raise over £4,000 for Withybush ICU](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/charity-and-fundraising/community-comes-together-to-raise-over-4000-for-withybush-icu/) - [tta_listen_btn] Vicki Coles, along with her family and friends, has raised an incredible £4,003.83 for the Critical Care Unit (ICU) at Withybush Hospital, in memory of her late husband, Henry Coles. Henry sadly passed away in March 2024, and the family wanted to give something back to the unit that cared for him and made - [Gwynedd Council Strengthens Child Safeguarding after Crimes of Paedophile Headteacher Neil Foden](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/gwynedd-council-strengthens-child-safeguarding-after-crimes-of-paedophile-headteacher-neil-foden/) - [tta_listen_btn] An independent expert has highlighted “encouraging progress” in efforts to strengthen Gwynedd’s child safeguarding arrangements. It comes after ongoing work by Cyngor Gwynedd following the horrific crimes of the bullying and predatory paedophile, the former headteacher Neil Foden. In a report to the council’s Cabinet Professor Sally Holland said: “Strengthening safeguarding arrangements and embedding a - [Gwynedd Planners Consider Conversion of Former Chinese Restaurant Into Flats](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/gwynedd-planners-consider-conversion-of-former-chinese-restaurant-into-flats/) - [tta_listen_btn] A proposal to convert a once popular former Bangor Chinese restaurant into four flats is to be considered by Gwynedd planners. Two of the homes could help to meet the housing needs of younger people, the applicants say. Cyngor Gwynedd has received an application for a proposed development. of the former Eastern Origin restaurant - [B&Q Click and Collect Pod for Haverfordwest Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/bq-click-and-collect-pod-for-haverfordwest-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for a B&Q ‘click and collect’ pod at a Pembrokeshire supermarket, to save customers having a make a round trip of nearly 60 miles to the nearest home improvement store, have been approved. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, B&Q Ltd, through agent Pyrke Planning, sought permission to install a modular ‘Click - [Affordable Housing for Llanarth Backed by Council Despite Local Objections](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/affordable-housing-for-llanarth-backed-by-council-despite-local-objections/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call to allow a 100 per cent affordable development of 17 homes in a Ceredigion village has been given the go-ahead despite local objections, but they won’t be able to be occupied until 2029. In an application recommended for approval at the March meeting of Ceredigion County council’s development management committee, Wales & - [Support for people with hearing loss in Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/support-for-people-with-hearing-loss-in-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] RNID, the charity supporting people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus, is running local drop-in services to support people with hearing loss in Carmarthen. Sessions are taking place at Wesley Methodist Church on the third Friday of every month, 11.00am - 01.00pm: 20 March, 17 April, 15 May, 19 June. This project - [Dangerous Driver Jailed following Police Chase through Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/dangerous-driver-jailed-following-police-chase-through-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] A dangerous driver has been sentenced after attempting to evade the police and hitting speeds of up to 70mph in residential streets. Liam Williams, 31, from Station Road in Llanelli, was arrested on 23rd February 2026 after he failed to stop for officers whilst driving without a valid licence and under the influence of drugs. - [Locals Help Shape the Future of Coastal and River Monitoring in Ceredigion](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/locals-help-shape-the-future-of-coastal-and-river-monitoring-in-ceredigion/) - [tta_listen_btn] Local volunteers, community groups and environmental partners came together at Cardigan Castle on 18 February to learn more about how citizen science is helping to protect Ceredigion's rivers, coast and marine wildlife. Led by Ceredigion County Council in collaboration with the Nutrient Management Board, the Ceredigion Marine Monitoring Conference brought together people already involved - [Roaming Goats cause Disruption to Betws Ifan, owner sentenced in breach of Criminal Behaviour Order](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/roaming-goats-cause-disruption-to-betws-ifan-owner-sentenced-in-breach-of-criminal-behaviour-order/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Betws Ifan man has been sentenced after repeatedly failing to stop his goats from straying onto neighbouring land and the public highway. From summer 2024 onwards, Ceredigion County Council's Public Protection team issued ongoing verbal and written advice to Mr Christopher Wise of Llainweddfa, Betws Ifan, urging him to repair his boundary fencing. - [Plans Unveiled to Redesign Dangerous Nantycaws Junction on Busy A48 Route](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plans-unveiled-to-redesign-dangerous-nantycaws-junction-on-busy-a48-route/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans are being developed to redesign the Nantycaws junction on the A48, a busy section of road between Carmarthen and Cross Hands, as part of a wider effort to improve safety and transport links along the corridor. The Welsh Government has been reviewing the stretch of the A48 between Cross Hands and Pensarn to - [Young People Benefit from Surf Therapy thanks to £3,000 Grant](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/young-people-benefit-from-surf-therapy-thanks-to-3000-grant/) - [tta_listen_btn] A group of children and young people have benefitted from a £3,000 grant from the Community Cohesion Small Grants Fund that helps celebrate diversity and builds strong relationships between communities. Tonic Surf, a therapy project that uses surfing and the beach as a recovery tool for children and young people aged 14-25, has been - [Ukrainian Artist Unveils Artwork at Ty Darran Carehome for Residents](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/charity-and-fundraising/ukrainian-artist-unveils-artwork-at-ty-darran-carehome-for-residents/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new artwork by Ukrainian artist Olesia Miftahova has been unveiled at the Ty Darran later living scheme in Risca, commissioned by Caerphilly County Borough Council on behalf of residents, to reflect the people and landscape of the local area. Olesia fled the war in Ukraine and was welcomed to Wales by the Grayson - [Transport for Wales rolls out Railway 200 'Inspiration' Exhibition Train for April](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/transport-for-wales-rolls-out-railway-200-inspiration-exhibition-train-for-april/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales (TfW) and Network Rail are pleased to announce the return of the Railway 200 'Inspiration' exhibition train to Wales this April. Following a successful stop in Llandudno that welcomed over 1,000 visitors, the exhibition train will arrive at Swansea station from Sunday 26 April to Tuesday 28 April. The visit celebrates - [Romance Fraudster from Cardiff Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/romance-fraudster-from-cardiff-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] 40-year-old Rodney Roberts, of Trowbridge, Cardiff, was sentenced today at Newport Crown Court to five-years and one-month in prison for fraud by false representation. Officers from the Proactive Economic Crime Team at Tarian Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU), and South Wales Police, found that between 2021 and 2024 Roberts defrauded three victims of a - [Meet Jean Evans, Carmarthenshire’s First Female Police Sergeant](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/meet-jean-evans-carmarthenshires-first-female-police-sergeant/) - [tta_listen_btn] This #InternationalWomensDay Dyfed-Powys Police celebrated women who inspire, lead and support within policing to strengthen communities; whilst reflecting on 70 years of change through the eyes of the women who became the force's first female Police Sergeant in 1958. On 6th March, Jean Evans reflected on her days in service during her commemorative visit - [Man who Harassed Neighbours Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/man-who-harassed-neighbours-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 39-year-old man who left his neighbours living in fear has been jailed. Osian Scott, of Lon Y Wennol, Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on 6 March after admitting harassment without violence. On 19 January Scott threatened his neighbours outside their home. He was arrested that day on suspicion of public order and - [Digital image released in investigation to identify man found at reservoir](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/digital-image-released-in-investigation-to-identify-man-found-at-reservoir/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police has released a digitised image of a man whose body was found in a reservoir in October 2024 as efforts continue to identify him. The force has worked with Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University to produce a realistic image of the man’s face following nearly 16 months of enquiries to - [Iran War Impacting County Council Budgets in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/iran-war-impacting-county-council-budgets-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] CONCERNS have been raised that a council budget could be thrown off course by higher costs due to US President Donald Trump’s illegal war in Iran. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council on Thursday, March 5, councillors met to debate the draft budget proposal. In essence, the budget, which includes a - [Swansea Council Leader says Crime Levels Falling](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-council-leader-says-crime-levels-falling/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE leader of Swansea Council has clarified comments he made about levels of falling crime in the city centre. Cllr Rob Stewart said anti-social behaviour and crime had dropped in the city centre by over 50% in the last two years at a council scrutiny meeting last December. He was responding to a CCTV - [Local officers are investigating an alleged assault on A48 Westbound Llanddarog junction](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/local-officers-are-investigating-an-alleged-assault-on-a48-westbound-llanddarog-junction/) - [tta_listen_btn] Local officers are investigating an alleged assault that occurred on the A48 Westbound Llanddarog junction, before Nantycaws turnoff, at around 14:30pm on Saturday 7th March. The incident was reported to involve 8 men with parked Harley Davidson bikes in a lay-by, assaulting a man with a car. The victim sustained moderate injuries, and damage to their - [Taxi Driver who Hit Pedestrian given New License](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/taxi-driver-who-hit-pedestrian-given-new-license/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Gwynedd taxi driver who hit a person with his car on a “dark and dangerous corner” was also found to have an expired licence. Evidence that he was not driving fast or unreasonably was considered by Cyngor Gwynedd, which concluded he was a “fit and proper person” to be granted a new licence. - [ISIS Supporter who Encouraged Terrorism in Newport Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/newport-news/isis-supporter-who-encouraged-terrorism-in-newport-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Newport man has today, March 6, been sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for supporting the proscribed organisation ISIS. 21-year-old Shazad Ali from the Newport area of Gwent was convicted on 5 September after he pleaded guilty to multiple terrorism offences. Ali was convicted of the following: Support for the Proscribed organisation ISIS, Contrary - [Llanelli MP Raises Concerns over Cheap, Legal Weapons Used Against Wildlife](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-raises-concerns-over-cheap-legal-weapons-used-against-wildlife/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffth, Member of Parliament, has raised concerns that anyone - including children - can legally buy weapons capable of killing wildlife, after attending a Parliamentary briefing hosted by Naturewatch Foundation on the rising misuse of catapults and slingshots. The briefing, Tackling Wildlife Crime: Protecting Communities from Catapult & Slingshot Offending, highlighted evidence - [Pencoed Assault turns Murder Investigation following death of victim](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/pencoed-assault-turns-murder-investigation-following-death-of-victim/) - [tta_listen_btn] The police investigation into the serious incident which happened on Felindre Road, Pencoed, in the early hours of Saturday, February 28, is now being treated as murder. Police have confirmed the 58-year-old man who was critical in hospital passed away earlier today - his family are being supported by specially trained officers at this - [Landmark consultation seeks views on major measures to protect children online in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/landmark-consultation-seeks-views-on-major-measures-to-protect-children-online-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Parents, guardians, and young people in Llanelli are being urged by local MP, Dame Nia Griffith to shape the country's next steps on children’s digital wellbeing, as the UK Government opens a consultation to gather insights from the public on how to keep children safe online across social media, AI chatbots and gaming platforms. - [Stradey Park Hotel Ceases Trading](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/stradey-park-hotel-ceases-trading/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Stradey Park Hotel has closed with immediate effect, leaving staff facing sudden job losses and renewing uncertainty around the future of the prominent Llanelli venue. Employees were reportedly informed on Monday that the four-star hotel would cease trading immediately. The abrupt closure has shocked many in the local community, particularly given the hotel’s - [Driving Instructor Suspended on Suspicion of Drink Driving](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/driving-instructor-suspended-on-suspicion-of-drink-driving/) - [tta_listen_btn] Timothy Howells, aged 54, of Burry Port Carmarthenshire has been given an 8 week custodial sentence, suspended for 18 months following his arrest on suspicion of drink driving. At around 7:38am on Friday, February 20, police received a report of a single vehicle collision on the A484 between Pembrey to Kidwelly, where a car - [Murderer of five-month-old Jensen-Lee Dougal Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/murderer-of-five-month-old-jensen-lee-dougal-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been jailed after he was found guilty of the murder of a five-month-old baby. 29-year-old Thomas Morgan, from Gorseinon, had earlier pleaded not guilty to the murder of Jensen-Lee Dougal at home on Players Avenue, Clydach, which took place while Jensen-Lee’s mother was in work on March 31, 2024. - [Taxi Driver who Raped Woman after Night Out Jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/taxi-driver-who-raped-woman-after-night-out-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A taxi driver who raped a woman after driving her home following a night out is jailed. Dominic Dalton, aged 30, of Pencader, has been jailed for nine years after being found guilty of rape. The victim had been on a night out with a friend in Aberystwyth, when she got into a taxi driven by Dominic Dalton in the early - [Children's Commissioner for Wales responds to concerns over Nursing Provision at Ysgol Heol Goffa](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/childrens-commissioner-for-wales-responds-to-concerns-over-nursing-provision-at-ysgol-heol-goffa/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following our latest coverage on Ysgol Heol Goffa in Llanelli and the call made by campaigners for an investigation into the lack of a full-time nurse at the school, Rocio Cifuentes MBE, Children’s Commissioner for Wales has issued a statement addressing the issue: “I have received correspondence raising serious concerns about nursing provision at - [Aberporth Listed as Potential Russian Target](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/aberporth-listed-as-potential-russian-target/) - [tta_listen_btn] Local organisations and community representatives have expressed concern and outrage following the circulation of material claiming the Aberporth area was referenced on an alleged Russian target list for strategic sites in the United Kingdom. In December, former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Rogozin, who once led Russia’s defence industry, published a map on - [Swansea's 'Flagship' M&S Store Set to Close](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swanseas-flagship-ms-store-set-to-close/) - [tta_listen_btn] Marks & Spencer has confirmed that its Oxford Street flagship store in Swansea city centre will close later this year, ending nearly 70 years of trading at the location. The company cited declining sales and a shift toward smaller, more profitable store formats as part of its wider UK estate strategy. Around 92 staff - [Campaigners Call for Investigation Over Lack of Full Time Nurse at Llanelli Special School](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/campaigners-call-for-investigation-over-lack-of-full-time-nurse-at-llanelli-special-school/) - [tta_listen_btn] Campaigners seeking a full time school nurse at a Llanelli special school have called for an investigation by Wales’s children’s watchdog, warning that lives may be at risk. Teachers and teaching assistants at Ysgol Heol Goffa are currently required to provide life saving and urgent medical care to pupils because there is no nurse - [Man jailed after admitting to murder of ex-wife](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/man-jailed-after-admitting-to-murder-of-ex-wife/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been jailed with a life sentence after he admitted murdering his wife who was separating from him. Appearing at Cardiff Crown Court today (February 20) Thisara Weragalage, aged 38, of Pentwyn, has received a life sentence with a minimum of 23 years and nine months for the murder of Nirodha Niwunhella. - [Two teenagers sentenced for murder of Kamran Aman in Barry](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/two-teenagers-sentenced-for-murder-of-kamran-aman-in-barry/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two teenagers have been sentenced for the murder of Kamran Aman. Police were called to a report of stabbing in Barry Road just before midnight on Monday, June 30, 2025. Father-of-one Kamran died following his injuries, and a murder investigation was launched. Marcus Staniforth, 17, and a teenage boy, 16, from Llantwit Major, who - [ROCU issues warning to cryptocurrency holders in southern Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/rocu-issues-warning-to-cryptocurrency-holders-in-southern-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Officers from the Cyber Crime team in Tarian Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) have contacted individuals whose personal data has been found on the dark web. If you received an email from Tarian ROCU on Thursday, February 19, 2026, don’t ignore it. You will need to take action to protect yourself from fraud. - [Man Arrested after Body of Woman found in Freezer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-arrested-after-body-of-woman-found-in-freezer/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 60-year-old man has been charged following the discovery of an elderly woman’s body inside a freezer at a residential property in Porthcawl earlier this week. South Wales Police were called to a house on Poplar Crescent at around 1:45 pm on Tuesday, 17 February, after concerns were raised about the welfare of a - [Chairman of Reform UK's Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire Branch Resigns](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/chairman-of-reform-uks-ceredigion-and-pembrokeshire-branch-resigns/) - [tta_listen_btn]The chairman of the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire branch of political party Reform has announced his resignation just months before the forthcoming May Senedd elections. Stuart Marchant, chair of the branch since 2025, had earlier stood as a Reform candidate in the 2024 general election for the new Mid and South Pembrokeshire seat, won by Labour’s - [Former Councillor banned from Public Office Following Claims of Bullying and Harassment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/former-councillor-banned-from-public-office-following-claims-of-bullying-and-harassment/) - A former Pembrokeshire town councillor has been banned from public office for three years following claims of bullying and harassment, the second banned from the same council in less than a month. The Adjudication Panel for Wales received a referral from the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales in relation to allegations made against former Neyland - [Retractable Awnings for Saundersfoot Cafe given Greenlight](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/retractable-awnings-for-saundersfoot-cafe-given-greenlight/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for retractable awnings to protect visitors to a Pembrokeshire village beachside café have been given the go-ahead by the national park. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the Saundersfoot Beach Company sought permission for the erection of two manually controlled full cassette awnings at the Beachside Cafe, to the rear of - [Llanelli Town Council predominantly led by Independent Councillors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-town-council-predominantly-led-by-independent-councillors/) - [tta_listen_btn] A LABOUR-run town council elected with a large majority at the last local Government election now has an Independent-led group in charge. Fifteen Labour councillors were voted onto Llanelli Town Council in May 2022 compared to six Independents and one from Plaid Cymru. There have been comings and goings since and the current make-up - [Sioned Williams says actions of ICE in America increases need for a Wales Human Rights Law](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/sioned-williams-says-actions-of-ice-in-america-increases-need-for-a-wales-human-rights-law/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Human Rights Bill for Wales would check the growing movement that seeks to redraw the boundaries of who deserves dignity and protection" – Sioned Williams MS Sioned Williams MS is today (Wednesday 11 February) taking a legislative proposal to the Senedd for a Wales Human Rights Bill. The proposed Bill would embed international - [Carmarthenshire man jailed for abduction and abuse of teenage girl](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-man-jailed-for-abduction-and-abuse-of-teenage-girl/) - [tta_listen_btn] Richard Knight, aged 73, of Pendine, Carmarthenshire, has been jailed for three years and nine months after he admitted to abducting a teenage girl, making indecent images of children, and being concerned the supply of drugs. Dyfed-Powys Police received a call in the early hours of Monday 11 April 2022, from a concerned mother, - [Llanelli MP urges local groups to bid for Armed Forces Day event funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-urges-local-groups-to-bid-for-armed-forces-day-event-funding/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has pledged to support local community groups to bid for part of the grant funding the UK Labour government has made available for Armed Forces Day events across the United Kingdom. Armed Forces Week supports the Government’s ambitions to deepen connection between society and our forces, - [15-year-old shot with 12-bore shotgun through letterbox, two men jailed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/15-year-old-shot-with-12-bore-shotgun-through-letterbox-two-men-jailed/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two men from Bristol have today (Friday, February 13) been sentenced for a shooting in Cardiff. A 15-year-old boy was shot with a 12-bore shotgun through the letterbox of a house on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The victim sustained multiple shotgun wounds to his lower legs. Thankfully, his injuries were non-life threatening, but they - [Morriston man jailed after murdering his own brother](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/morriston-man-jailed-after-murdering-his-own-brother/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been jailed after he was found guilty of the murder of his own brother. The body of 48-year-old Martin Steel was found at an address on Hill View Crescent, Clase, shortly after 10:30am on Saturday May 20 2023. 41-year-old Darren Steel, from Morriston, pleaded not guilty to Martin’s murder - [First Minister of Wales breaks from Sarwar to support Kier Starmer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/first-minister-of-wales-breaks-from-sarwar-to-support-kier-starmer/) - [tta_listen_btn] Earlier in the week, the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar called for Kier Starmer to resign from his position as Prime Minister in the wake of the scandal involving Peter Mandelson and his close friendship with convicted sex offender and child trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. It was revealed that despite knowing Peter Mandelson had a - [Plaid Cymru win Fishguard in by-election following death of Cllr Jordan Ryan](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/plaid-cymru-win-fishguard-in-by-election-following-death-of-cllr-jordan-ryan/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru’s new councillor for Fishguard, elected following the death of Jordan Ryan has promised to “take over the mantle” of the late councillor. A byelection was declared following the death of Cllr Jordan Ryan, a former Labour councillor who later became and unaffiliated independent member. In a seven-way battle for the Fishguard North-East - [Stronger support for child victims of crime confirmed as UK Gov announces new 'Victims' Code'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/stronger-support-for-child-victims-of-crime-confirmed-as-uk-gov-announces-new-victims-code/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Labour UK Government has announced plans for a new Victims’ Code which will provide better support to child victims in Llanelli to understand their rights as victims of crime and, more crucially, how to get the help they need to recover. Many children and young people don’t know where to turn following crimes - [Swansea man found guilty of murder after five-month-old baby killed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-man-found-guilty-of-murder-after-five-month-old-baby-killed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been found guilty of the murder of a five-month-old baby. 29-year-old Thomas Morgan, from Gorseinon, had pleaded not guilty to the murder of Jensen-Lee Dougal at home on Players Avenue, Clydach, which took place while Jensen-Lee’s mother was in work on March 31 2024. However, a jury has today - [Early signs of Campaign Activity as Senedd Election Approaches](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/early-signs-of-campaign-activity-as-senedd-election-approaches/) - [tta_listen_btn] Political parties in Wales are beginning to show early signs of campaign activity as the Senedd election in May approaches. While the formal campaign period has not yet begun, recent polling, public appearances and organisational moves by Plaid Cymru, Reform UK and Welsh Labour indicate that parties are already positioning themselves for a highly - [Ysgol Brynteg in Llanelli placed under lockdown following verbal altercation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/ysgol-brynteg-in-bridgend-placed-under-lockdown-following-verbal-altercation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police responded to reports of a verbal altercation outside Ysgol Brynteg at approximately 9:10 am this morning (Friday, 6 February 2026), prompting safety measures at the school and a police investigation into the circumstances. Incident Reported Shortly After School Opening According to a police statement, officers were alerted to a confrontation involving individuals - [Police continue efforts to locate Alan Tait, wanted in connection with a harassment offence](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-continue-efforts-to-locate-alan-tait-wanted-in-connection-with-a-harassment-offence/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police are continuing efforts to locate 69-year-old Alan Tait, who is wanted in connection with a harassment offence, issuing repeated appeals after efforts to trace him over several weeks have so far been unsuccessful. Officers have stated that recent enquiries suggest Mr Tait, originally from the Ammanford area in Carmarthenshire, Wales, may now - [Teacher attacked by pupil at Milford Haven Comprehensive](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/teacher-attacked-by-pupil-at-milford-haven-comprehensive/) - [tta_listen_btn] A serious incident unfolded on Thursday afternoon at Milford Haven Comprehensive School, where a teacher was injured and a 15-year-old pupil was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police have confirmed. Dyfed-Powys Police were called to the school at around 3:20 pm on Thursday, 5 February, after reports that a pupil had assaulted a - [South Wales Police seize further 55 illegal e-bikes in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/south-wales-police-seize-further-55-illegal-e-bikes-in-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police Officers have seized a further 55 illegal e-bikes and scooters during a recent deployment in Cardiff. On Sunday 25 and Friday 30 January, officers in Cardiff were deployed across the city centre, Ely, Fairwater, Cathays and Roath as part of a local initiative targeting illegal and dangerously ridden e-bikes and off-road - [Fire Walk challenge raises £1.5k for Glangwili neurophysiology department](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/fire-walk-challenge-raises-1-5k-for-glangwili-neurophysiology-department/) - [tta_listen_btn] Clinical Physiologist Katie Harris took on the Hywel Dda Fire Walk challenge last October to raise money for the neurophysiology department at Glangwili Hospital. Katie raised a total of £1,545 for the department and said she “thoroughly enjoyed” taking part. “It was an amazing, empowering experience which I am truly grateful to have been - [Major Refurbishment of Glangwili Hospital begins thanks to £2m from Welsh Gov](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/major-refurbishment-of-glangwili-hospital-begins-thanks-to-2m-from-welsh-gov/) - [tta_listen_btn]Major refurbishment work has begun at Hywel Dda University Health Board's Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen thanks to more than £2m of funding from Welsh Government. The money will be spent on overhauling the SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) building to provide more consultation rooms, an improved reception area, and a more pleasant environment for patients - [Rhun ap Iorwerth visits Llanelli as part of leader's tour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/rhun-ap-iorwerth-visits-llanelli-as-part-of-leaders-tour/) - [tta_listen_btn] Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, visited Llanelli yesterday (Thursday, 5 February) as part of his tour of Wales ahead of the Senedd election in May. Mari Arthur, Cefin Campbell and Nerys Evans, Plaid Cymru candidates in the Sir Gaerfyrddin constituency for the election, joined him for this leg of the journey, as - [Plaid Cymru hit out at Reform UK following Newport Press Conference](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/plaid-cymru-hit-out-at-reform-uk-following-newport-press-conference/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru leader has hit out at Reform UK's announcement that former Conservative leader of Barnet Council will be their leader in Wales - accusing 'Farage's lapdog' of being responsible only for getting Reform into Downing Street. Dan Thomas will join a list of Reform UK Wales leaders which including Nathan Gill, who has - [New initiatives to tackle rise in image-enhancing drug use across west Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-initiatives-to-tackle-rise-in-image-enhancing-drug-use-across-west-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) has launched a series of targeted interventions in response to a concerning increase in substance use trends across the region. Our needle exchange data shows that usage for Image and Performance Enhancing Drugs (IPEDs) has increased significantly over the past two years. A particular concern has also been - [Rhun ap Iorwerth yn ymweld â Llanelli ar daith yr arweinydd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cymraeg/rhun-ap-iorwerth-yn-ymweld-a-llanelli-ar-daith-yr-arweinydd/) - [tta_listen_btn] Bu Rhun ap Iorwerth, arweinydd Plaid Cymru, yn ymweld â Llanelli ddoe (dydd Iau, 5 Chwefror) fel rhan o'i daith o Gymru cyn etholiad y Senedd fis Mai eleni. Ymunodd Mari Arthur, Cefin Campbell a Nerys Evans, ymgeiswyr Plaid Cymru yn etholaeth Sir Gaerfyrddin ar gyfer yr etholiad, ag ef am gymal yma'r daith, - [National Botanic Gardens of Wales to launch 'Little Things' Festival for St David's Day](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/national-botanic-gardens-of-wales-to-launch-little-things-festival-for-st-davids-day/) - [tta_listen_btn] The National Botanic Garden of Wales is launching an exciting new cultural celebration with the Little Things Festival on Sunday, 1st March, from 10am to 4pm – a unique bilingual celebration of contemporary Welsh culture, creativity, and community in honour of St David's Day. This brand-new festival, made possible through funding from the Visit Wales - [Ammanford teen sentenced to rape of 12-year-old](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ammanford-teen-sentenced-to-rape-of-12-year-old/) - [tta_listen_btn] A teenager has been sentenced to three years and six months in a young offender’s institution after pleading guilty to raping a 12-year-old. Jake Richards, aged 19, of Garnswllt, admitted to raping the girl when he was 17 years old after the pair had chatted on Snapchat before meeting in real life. The victim - [Warm Spaces Programme to support Carmarthenshire residents this winter](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/warm-spaces-programme-to-support-carmarthenshire-residents-this-winter/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthenshire County Council is pleased to confirm that a wide range of safe, secure and warm Spaces will be available across the county this winter, offering residents a welcoming, accessible and safe place to go during the colder months. Through the Welsh Government's Safe, Secure and Warm Spaces Fund, local community groups have been - [Farage Launches Reform UK Campaign in Wales with New Leadership Appointment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/farage-launches-reform-uk-campaign-in-wales-with-new-leadership-appointment/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK has staged one of its most high-profile appearances in Wales today (Thursday 05), with party leader Nigel Farage introducing Dan Thomas as the new leader in Wales and James Evans as a candidate the Senedd, alongside a broader address on national politics and the party’s strategy for the May elections. Westminster controversy - [Eight Years in Prison for Drug Dealer caught with drugs worth over £150,000](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/eight-years-in-prison-for-drug-dealer-caught-with-drugs-worth-over-150000/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Friday, January 2, a local Road Policing Unit carried out a routine stop check on 43-year-old Dean Evans’ grey Seat Ateca. Both Evans and his vehicle were searched under the Misuse of Drugs Act, following his comments that officers would find ‘stuff’ in the car. After the stop on Hoyland Road, Pembroke, Evans - [Ospreys fans react with anger to Rugby Team's potential demise](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/ospreys-fans-react-with-anger-to-rugby-teams-potential-demise/) - [tta_listen_btn] OSPREYS supporters spoke of their frustration and anger at the potential demise of their club as a regional rugby team at a packed Brangwyn Hall in Swansea. Hundreds of people attended a public meeting hosted by Swansea Council leader and Swansea West MP Torsten Bell on a day when rugby battle lines were drawn - [Consent granted to turn former Chapel into Youth Centre and Islamic Place of Worship despite local objections](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/consent-granted-to-turn-former-chapel-into-youth-centre-and-islamic-place-of-worship-despite-local-objections/) - [tta_listen_btn] LISTED building consent to create a youth activity centre, part-time education centre and a place of worship for the teaching of the Islamic faith has been approved by councillors in Swansea. The development has been taking shape at Bethel Chapel, Tycoch, and concerns about unauthorised work were reported to the council in 2024. Council - [UK Gov confirms £20m investment into Llanelli Communities](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/uk-gov-confirms-20m-investment-into-llanelli-communities/) - [tta_listen_btn] The UK Labour Government has today confirmed its plans to invest an extra £20m over the next 10 years into Tyisha, Glanymor and Llanelli Town Centre as part of its nationwide Pride in Place Programme. Llanelli has been selected as one of nine target areas across Wales to be part of the scheme designed - [James Mckenna charged with attempted murder following Carmarthen Park Incident](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/james-mckenna-charged-with-attempted-murder-following-carmarthen-park-incident/) - [tta_listen_btn] James Mckenna, aged 57, from Carmarthen, has been charged with attempted murder, possession of a bladed article in a public place and stalking, following an incident in Carmarthen Park on Thursday, January 29. For those not up to date with the story, James McKenna was identified as the suspect in a serious attack on - [ICO opens investigations into X and Grok after indecent images of children generated](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/ico-opens-investigations-into-x-and-grok-after-indecent-images-of-children-generated/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has opened formal investigations into X Internet Unlimited Company (XIUC) and X.AI LLC (X.AI) covering their processing of personal data in relation to the Grok artificial intelligence system and its potential to produce harmful sexualised image and video content. We have taken this step following reports that Grok has - [Kier Starmer's judgement questioned by Welsh MP over Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/kier-starmers-judgement-questioned-by-welsh-mp-over-mandelsons-links-to-jeffrey-epstein/) - [tta_listen_btn] During PMQs today (Wednesday 4 February) Plaid Cymru Westminster Leader Liz Saville Roberts MP asked Sir Keir Starmer how people can trust his judgement and therefore trust him to stay as Prime Minister after appointing Peter Mandelson despite knowing of his links to paedophile and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Ms Saville Roberts said that - [Facebook Marketplace Car Scams: The Carmarthenshire Warning Every Buyer Needs to Read](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/facebook-marketplace-car-scams-the-carmarthenshire-warning-every-buyer-needs-to-read/) - [tta_listen_btn] A silver Porsche 911. Low mileage. Private plate. “Sad to see it go.” A healthy story that tugs at the heart. And a price that feels like the deal of a lifetime. For anyone browsing Facebook Marketplace or local buy-and-sell vehicle groups used across Carmarthenshire, adverts like this are now part of the landscape, tempting listings that look - [Sustainable Business Units available across Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/sustainable-business-units-available-across-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Sustainable business units are available to lease at two new commercial property schemes in Carmarthenshire, following £15m in funding from the Welsh Government and Carmarthenshire County Council. Parc Gelli Werdd, which features 26 state-of-the-art workshops and offices at the Cross Hands East Strategic Employment Site, is demonstrating strong market demand for low carbon business - [Retired Llanelli GP organises star-studded concert to thank cancer care team](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/retired-llanelli-gp-organises-star-studded-concert-to-thank-cancer-care-team/) - [tta_listen_btn] A retired West Wales doctor is organising a special musical fundraiser to support the hospital team that helped him through prostate cancer treatment. Alan Howarth, a well-known figure in Llanelli and former GP at Fairfield Surgery, recently underwent surgery for prostate cancer. Now recovering, he is determined to give something back to the Urosurgical - [Blank Firearms Amnesty across Dyfed-Powys Police Counties](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/blank-firearms-amnesty-across-dyfed-powys-police-counties/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is holding a four-week Firearms Amnesty for five types of BRUNI-manufactured side/top-venting blank firers (TVBFs) which are now illegal to possess following testing by the National Crime Agency (NCA) and policing. The amnesty will take place between 2 and 27 February, after which anyone in possession of one of the specified TVBFs - [Ospreys at risk as WRU consider cuts, MS for South Wales West calls for Full Impact Assessments](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/senedd-news/ospreys-at-risk-as-wru-consider-cuts-ms-for-south-wales-west-calls-for-full-impact-assessments/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has been asked to require WRU to publish full social, economic and community impact assessments of proposals to cut one of four regional teams for Wales. Speaking in the Senedd today (Tuesday 3 February 2026), Sioned Williams MS, who represents the region of South Wales West, which covers Swansea, Neath Port - [Llanelli MP votes to scrap two-child benefit limit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-votes-to-scrap-two-child-benefit-limit/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, Labour Member of Parliament for Llanelli has voted to scrap the two-child limit in Parliament, lifting 450,000 children across the UK out of poverty. Speaking ahead of the second reading of the Bill, Dame Nia said: “Lifting so many children out of poverty is an investment in our future, locally here - [Manhunt for Stabbing Suspect in Carmarthen ends in Arrest](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/manhunt-for-stabbing-suspect-in-carmarthen-ends-in-arrest/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following a public appeal and active manhunt to locate James McKenna after an incident in Carmarthen Park on Thursday, an arrest has been made. Detective Chief Superintendent Ross Evans said: “We would like to thank the media and our communities for assisting our investigation so far." On Thursday of last week (29th Jan), a - [One Year On, search continues for Mark Kinson](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/one-year-on-search-continues-for-mark-kinson/) - [tta_listen_btn] Today marks one year since missing man Mark Kinson was last seen. Our thoughts are with Mark’s family and friends, and we appeal for anyone with information to please come forward. Mark, 53, was seen on Friday January 31, 2025, at 9.45pm on Uphill Road, Llanrumney, Cardiff. He was then seen at around 10pm - [Investigation launched following attempted murder at Carmarthen Park](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/investigation-launched-following-attempted-murder-at-carmarthen-park/) - [tta_listen_btn] Officers continue to investigate an attempted murder following an incident in Carmarthen Park between 3pm-4pm yesterday afternoon (29 January). A woman was taken to hospital where she remains in a stable condition. Officers are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries and are now appealing for help in locating 57-year-old James McKenna, who is wanted - [Ceredigion's Menstrual Health Literature Scheme for schools and town libraries](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigions-menstrual-health-literature-scheme-for-schools-and-town-libraries/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion's Period Dignity Scheme has been able to offer comprehensive 'book packs' to all secondary and through-age schools and town libraries in the County, thanks to funding by Welsh Government's Period Dignity Grant, and in partnership with Ceredigion's Library Service. The selection of literature included has been carefully chosen to support young people - [Nia Griffith MP welcomes ground rent cap as 'long overdue step' for leaseholders in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/nia-griffith-mp-welcomes-ground-rent-cap-as-long-overdue-step-for-leaseholders-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith has welcomed the UK Labour Government’s announcement that ground rents will be capped at £250 a year, calling it a “long overdue step that will make a real difference to leaseholders in Llanelli.” The Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Steve Reed, - [Warning issued after footpath closed in Pembroke due to landslide](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/warning-issued-after-footpath-closed-in-pembroke-due-to-landslide/) - [tta_listen_btn] A footpath overlooking Pembroke’s historic castle has been closed on health and safety grounds after a landslip, with residents warned to stay away from the closed area after a member of the public had to receive medical treatment. A Pembrokeshire County Council statement on the footpath closure from the town’s Corn Store to Rocky - [Future of Gwent Police Force 'uncertain' following Police Reform Announcement](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/future-of-gwent-police-force-uncertain-following-police-reform-announcement/) - [tta_listen_btn] THERE is no clear indication of Gwent Police’s future following the announcement of what’s been dubbed the biggest reform of policing in 60 years. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood intends replacing the current “patchwork” of 43 police forces in England and Wales which she said has been largely unchanged since the 1964 Police Act and - [Welsh Police Forces react to Sweeping Police Reforms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-police-forces-react-to-sweeping-police-reforms/) - [tta_listen_btn] As Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood delivered a statement in the House of Commons setting out a major programme of sweeping police reforms, described as the most significant overhaul of policing in around 200 years, including plans to modernise forces with expanded live facial recognition and AI, reshape force structures, strengthen response standards and create - [100 days until Senedd Election, Plaid Cymru pledges 'positive new leadership' for Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/politics/100-days-until-senedd-election-plaid-cymru-pledges-positive-new-leadership-for-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] With just 100 days until the Senedd election on 7 May 2026, Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS has said that only Plaid Cymru can deliver "positive new leadership" for Wales. Successive opinion polls have placed Plaid Cymru in poll position to replace Labour as the next Welsh Government – increasing its share - [Golf Club Burglars End Up in the Rough After Overnight Burglary Spree](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/golf-club-burglars-end-up-in-the-rough-after-overnight-burglary-spree/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two men have pleaded guilty after targeting golf clubs in Haverfordwest and Carmarthen in an overnight burglary-spree. Mikael Bourkhari, aged 45, and Simon Dickey, aged 38 – both from Newport, South Wales - were charged with two counts of burglary and one count of obstructing police. At around 12.45am on Sunday 18 January, Dyfed-Powys - [Extended Prison Sentence for Rapist in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/extended-prison-sentence-for-rapist-in-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been sentenced to 10 years, with an extension period of six years, after he was convicted of a rape and an attempt to rape. Yusuf Nur, aged 47, of Cardiff, pleaded guilty to the two offences on September 15, 2025 and was today (January 23) sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court. The - [Cardiff drug dealing gang of nine jailed for more than 45 years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/cardiff-drug-dealing-gang-of-nine-jailed-for-more-than-45-years/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nine people have been jailed for more than 45 years for their part in a major drugs network which operated from Ely, Cardiff. They were arrested following an investigation by the Cardiff and Vale Organised Crime Unit, of South Wales Police, as part of Operation Sittella. The group – led by Ricardo Brown – - [Reform stalling as Plaid Cymru surges ahead in Wales Polls](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/reform-stalling-as-plaid-cymru-surges-ahead-in-wales-polls/) - [tta_listen_btn] The political equilibrium in Wales has begun to cartwheel out of control as Reform begins to stall in opinion polling across Wales with Plaid Cymru taking the lead and Welsh Labour left in the dust and fumes of both emerging parties as they grapple for the lead position. But the latest January YouGov polls - [Ammanford teen jailed for raping a 12-year-old](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ammanford-teen-jailed-for-raping-a-12-year-old/) - [tta_listen_btn] A teenager has been sentenced to three years and six months in a young offender’s institution after pleading guilty to raping a 12-year-old. Jake Richards, aged 19, of Garnswllt, admitted to raping the girl when he was 17 years old after the pair had chatted on Snapchat before meeting in real life. The victim - [Murder of Taxi Driver John Armstrong in 1979 Reinvestigated by Crime Unit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/murder-of-taxi-driver-john-armstrong-in-1979-reinvestigated-by-crime-unit/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police is appealing for information about the unsolved murder of taxi driver John 'Jack' Armstrong more than 40 years ago. Mr Armstrong was found murdered near Bridgend in October 1979 after he collected a customer from Cardiff in his taxi. His death has been regularly reviewed by the South Wales Police Specialist - [Philips Wellbeing donates £10,000 to Bowel Cancer UK](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/charity-and-fundraising/philips-wellbeing-donates-10000-to-bowel-cancer-uk/) - [tta_listen_btn] Phillips Wellbeing has donated £10,000 to Bowel Cancer UK, reinforcing its commitment to supporting people affected by cancer and highlighting the vital role emotional wellbeing plays alongside physical treatment and care. The donation has been inspired by the courage and resilience of young mum Katie Ruddock, whose experience has helped spark important conversations around - [Gorseinon Man on trial after shaking Infant Child to death in fit of rage](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/south-wales-news/gorseinon-man-on-trial-after-shaking-infant-child-to-death-in-fit-of-rage/) - [tta_listen_btn] A baby boy died in his mum’s arms after her partner allegedly shook him to death while he was meant to be looking after him, a court has heard. WARNING: Some readers may find the following information disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Jensen-Lee Dougal was left with catastrophic injuries including brain injury and extensive - [Carmarthenshire Schools to Carry Out Emergency Drills as Part of Safety Measures](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-schools-to-carry-out-emergency-drills-as-part-of-safety-measures/) - [tta_listen_btn] Schools across Carmarthenshire will be carrying out a series of planned emergency drills throughout the year as part of ongoing efforts to maintain the safety and wellbeing of pupils, parents have been told. Aneirin Thomas, Head of Education Services in Carmarthenshire, said the safety of children remains the highest priority, with “robust and proven - [Llanelli Paedophile caught sending Indecent Video of Himself to Decoy Kik Account](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-paedophile-caught-sending-indecent-video-of-himself-to-decoy-kik-account/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Llanelli man has been caught, charged and jailed after using a messenger app to communicate indecently with a fake account posing as a 12-year-old girl. WARNING: The following information may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. Convicted sex offender Craig Evans, 47, of Llanelli reportedly sent a video of himself - [Urgent Charity Appeal for Ysgol Heol Goffa](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/urgent-charity-appeal-for-ysgol-heol-goffa/) - [tta_listen_btn] An urgent charity appeal has been launched to help fund a life-changing skiing trip for nine pupils from Llanelli’s much-loved special school, Ysgol Heol Goffa. The group hopes to travel to Italy in March 2026. Ysgol Heol Goffa introduced its remarkable skiing programme more than 30 years ago. Since then, pupils have enjoyed huge - [New Bill Will Aim to Deliver Biggest Renewal of Military Housing in a Generation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-bill-will-aim-to-deliver-biggest-renewal-of-military-housing-in-a-generation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli MP Dame Nia Griffith has hailed the Labour UK Government’s backing for armed forces families after landmark legislation was introduced to Parliament today, paving the way for a major improvement in military housing. In Wales, 780 forces family homes are expected to benefit from the measures. The legislation introduces a new, publicly owned - [New Road Safety Strategy Aims to Slash UK Road Deaths by 65% by 2035](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/new-road-safety-strategy-aims-to-slash-uk-road-deaths-by-65-by-2035/) - [tta_listen_btn] Road users in Llanelli are set to benefit from a major new road safety initiative as the UK Labour Government announces its first Great Britain Road Safety Strategy in more than a decade. The plan, unveiled this week, aims to make roads safer for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists amid growing concern about casualty figures. - [Ceredigion Council supports Smartphone Free Childhood movement](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/ceredigion-council-supports-smartphone-free-childhood-movement/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion County Council, working closely with schools and families across the county, is pleased to announce its support for the national Smartphone Free Childhood movement, an initiative that promotes a childhood rooted in freedom, play, and meaningful face-to-face connection. About the Initiative The movement encourages parents and carers to delay giving children a smartphone - [Two men from Cardiff charged in connection with International Drug Supply Ring](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/two-men-from-cardiff-charged-in-connection-with-international-drug-supply-ring/) - [tta_listen_btn] 25-year-old Ahmed Abbas Al-Farraji, of Adamsdown, Cardiff, and 24-year-old Jamal Malik, of Butetown, Cardiff, were sentenced today at Swansea Crown Court for their involvement in international drug supply. The sentences follow a major police investigation into the importation of wholesale amounts of cannabis from the United States into the United Kingdom. Operation Starburst, led - [18-year-old from Cwmbran sentenced for researching how to plan a terrorist attack](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/18-year-old-from-cwmbran-sentenced-for-researching-how-to-plan-a-terrorist-attack/) - [tta_listen_btn] McKenzie Morgan, 18, of Cwmbran, was sentenced to 14 months at the Young Offenders Institution, on the 16th January 2026 at the Central Criminal Court for the offence of possessing information that could be useful to a person committing or preparing for an act of Terrorism, contrary to Section 58 of the Terrorism Act, 2000. - [Welsh Politicians call for Defiance against Trump's Tariff Threats](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-politicians-call-for-defiance-against-trumps-tariff-threats/) - [tta_listen_btn] Growing transatlantic tensions continue to mount this week after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose new trade tariffs on European countries that resist US efforts to negotiate control of Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. The move, widely condemned across European capitals, has been branded by critics as an attempt - [£2 Cap on Single Bus Fares across Wales if Welsh Labour lead next Welsh Gov](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/2-cap-on-single-bus-fares-across-wales-if-welsh-labour-lead-next-welsh-gov/) - [tta_listen_btn] Welsh Labour has pledged that they will introduce a £2 cap on all single bus fares across Wales if they lead the next Welsh Government, Transport Cabinet Secretary Ken Skates has announced. The fare cap would be introduced Wales-wide in April 2027 and cover everyone aged 22 to 59. Under 21s already enjoy a £1 cap on - [Screening crisis: 15,000 'missing' women at risk of breast cancer in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/screening-crisis-15000-missing-women-at-risk-of-breast-cancer-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] A petition signed by more than 4,000 people has thrust Wales' breast cancer screening programme into the spotlight amid low take-up and "massive" disparities across the country. Senedd members considered the 4,254-signature petition on improving the national Breast Test Wales screening programme run by Public Health Wales. The Senedd's petitions committee heard - [Inappropriate AI-generated images of children and women shared on X, but Farage defends Musk](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/international-news/inappropriate-ai-generated-images-of-children-and-women-shared-on-x-but-farage-defends-musk/) - During PMQs today (Wednesday 14 January) Plaid Cymru's Llinos Medi MP criticised Nigel Farage for defending Elon Musk, the owner of X, the platform on which AI-generated sexualised images of children and women were shared. Ms Medi said that anyone who defends platforms linked to the sexual exploitation of children 'forfeits any right' to give lectures about protecting women and - [Investigation Underway as Body Discovered near Carmarthen Railway Station](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/investigation-underway-as-body-discovered-near-carmarthen-railway-station/) - [tta_listen_btn] Emergency services responded early on Saturday, January 10, 2026, after the body of a man was found in a field adjacent to Carmarthen railway station and the nearby railway tracks. Officers from Dyfed-Powys Police, supported by paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service, were called to the scene following reports of a concern for welfare - [Investigation Underway as Body Discovered near Carmarthen Railway Station](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/investigation-underway-as-body-discovered-near-carmarthen-railway-station/) - [tta_listen_btn] Emergency services responded early on Saturday, January 10, 2026, after the body of a man was found in a field adjacent to Carmarthen railway station and the nearby railway tracks. Officers from Dyfed-Powys Police, supported by paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service, were called to the scene following reports of a concern for welfare - [Aptly named burger joint 'Bad Burgers and Dirty Dogs' closes following one-star hygiene rating](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/aptly-named-burger-joint-bad-burgers-and-dirty-dogs-closes-following-one-star-hygiene-rating/) - [tta_listen_btn] A burger joint called ‘Bad Burgers and Dirty Dogs’ has closed down after it received a one-star hygiene rating. Midlands Events, who owned and managed the outlet based in Rhyl’s Queen’s Market, say they decided to close it after receiving the low hygiene rating, after a Denbighshire County Council inspection. Midlands Events, which also - [Tearooms, Cinema and Library among features of new Care Home in Newport](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/newport-news/tearooms-cinema-and-library-among-features-of-new-care-home-in-newport/) - [tta_listen_btn] Designs for a new care home in Newport have won the unanimous support of the city council’s planning committee. The 66-bed residential care home will include a cinema, library, lounge and tea room once it is built in the northeastern corner of the former Whiteheads steelworks site. Standing three storeys in height, the home - [New Bridge over the River Alyn, a Long Awaited Replacement for Wrexham's Historic Dyke Trail](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/new-bridge-over-the-river-alyn-a-long-awaited-replacement-for-wrexhams-historic-dyke-trail/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Gwersyllt bridge damaged in the 2022 storms, which severed access to part of the Wat’s Dyke Trail, is to be replaced. Wrexham County Borough Council has issued a tender for contractors to reinstate the public right of way near Wilderness Mill Farm. The former crossing connected footpath LLA15 from Llay with footpath GWE21 - [Kerbside EV Charging Cable Gullies Trial in Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/kerbside-ev-charging-cable-gullies-trial-in-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE era of electric cars has dawned but charging them at home is more than an inconvenience for people without a driveway. Trailing cables across a pavement creates a trip hazard, local authority approval is needed for cross-pavement installations and not everyone can guarantee a parking spot outside their home. A trial underway in - [Student Accommodation Building in Swansea to be made available to the Homeless](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/student-accommodation-building-in-swansea-to-be-made-available-to-the-homeless/) - [tta_listen_btn] ANOTHER large building in Swansea is going to be used for people in need of temporary housing. The six-storey student development on St Helen’s Road will be acquired by a housing association, Pobl Group, while Swansea Council supports the occupants and tries to find them somewhere longer term to live. One of the students - [Wales welcomes Hen Galan, Welsh New Year](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wales-welcomes-hen-galan-welsh-old-new-year/) - [tta_listen_btn] While much of the world welcomed the start of 2026 on 1 January, in Wales there is still one more chance to ring in the year. Hen Galan, known as the Welsh Old New Year, is celebrated according to the old Julian calendar. Across the country, communities large and small are marking this unique - [Structural Issue Identified at former Debenhams Building in Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/structural-issue-identified-at-former-debenhams-building-in-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] A STRUCTURAL issue has been identified during the redevelopment of the former Debenhams store in Carmarthen and extra money is needed to rectify it, senior councillors have been told. The anchor store in St Catherine’s Walk Shopping Centre closed after the high street retailer went into administration in 2021, prompting Carmarthenshire Council to step in - [Slurry Lagoon Proposal near Snead receives Strong Objections from Locals](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/powys-news/slurry-lagoon-proposal-near-snead-receives-strong-objections-from-locals/) - [tta_listen_btn] OVER 100 objections have been made against plans for a slurry lagoon at a farm near Churchstoke. Plans by farmers D & S Gethin to. create a slurry lagoon and all the associated works were lodged with Powys planners last October. The application is “part-retrospective” which means that some of the scheme has already been - [Company behind Gondola Lift Landslip in Queenstown NZ in bid to build Lift on Kilvey Hill, Swansea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/company-behind-gondola-lift-landslip-in-queenstown-nz-in-bid-to-build-lift-on-kilvey-hill-swansea/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE company behind a gondola lift and other leisure attractions on Swansea’s Kilvey Hill said it took its responsibility to the environment very seriously after being fined for its part in a landslip in New Zealand. Skyline Enterprises Ltd is working through planning conditions as part of the approval for the visitor attraction overlooking - [Man who ‘snapped’ and threw his baby girl at a TV jailed for 35 years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-who-snapped-and-threw-his-baby-girl-at-a-tv-jailed-for-35-years/) - [tta_listen_btn] Rhydian Lyn Rhys Jamieson pleaded guilty to the attempt murder of an infant after inflicting life-threatening injuries on his daughter on January 15, 2025. He appeared today at Swansea Crown Court to be sentenced for the offence. The court heard how Jamieson, of Cwm Cou in Newcastle Emlyn, was alone with the infant at - [Carmarthenshire Council Approve Policy on AI to Prevent Hallucinations and Errors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-council-approve-policy-on-ai-to-prevent-hallucinations-and-errors/) - [tta_listen_btn] COUNCIL chiefs have approved a generative artificial intelligence (AI) policy in Carmarthenshire and said great care will be used to avoid potential problems such as “hallucinations”. Generative AI can create new content such as text, images and audio based on patterns it has learned from large datasets, a report before cabinet said. Cabinet members - [Bridgend Council to make changes to School Attendance Policy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/bridgend-news/bridgend-council-to-make-changes-to-school-attendance-policy/) - [tta_listen_btn] Members of Bridgend Council’s cabinet have given permission for changes to be made to its school attendance policy. The updates were made in order to reflect changes to national guidance and Welsh Government expectations as well as local aims for improving school attendance. The changes are intended to give better clarity on the thresholds - [Generous grant from local group funds bed for bereaved parents at Glangwili Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/generous-grant-from-local-group-funds-bed-for-bereaved-parents-at-glangwili-hospital/) - [tta_listen_btn] A generous grant from a volunteer-led Group, part of the UK's leading pregnancy and baby loss charity Sands, has funded a bespoke fitted pull-down bed for the bereavement room on the labour ward at Glangwili Hospital. The new bed, which cost over £16,000, transforms the space into a more family-orientated environment, allowing bereaved parents - [Man Jailed for Harassment of ex-partner](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/man-jailed-for-harassment-of-ex-partner/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 34-year-old man has been jailed for breaching a restraining order to protect his former partner. Lee Roberts of Higher Lane, Liverpool, admitted attending his ex-partner’s home in Mold on two occasions in November last year, despite a restraining order in place to prevent him doing so. At Mold Crown Court on Thursday, 8 - [Wrexham man Jailed for Assault on Two Teenage Girls](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/wrexham-man-jailed-for-assault-on-two-teenage-girls/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Wrexham man who indecently assaulted two teenage girls has been jailed. David Peers, 71, of Llay New Road, Llay, admitted nine offences of indecent assault and two counts of gross indecency with a child. The historic sex offences happened in the 1980s. The victims, who cannot be named as a result of lifelong - [Routine Traffic Stop Uncovers Drugs Worth More Than £150K](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/routine-traffic-stop-uncovers-drugs-worth-more-than-150k/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has pleaded guilty after a routine traffic stop in Holyland Road, Pembroke led to the discovery of Class A and Class B drugs worth more than £150,000. On the morning of Friday, January 2, a local Road Policing Unit carried out a routine stop check on 43-year-old Dean Evans’ Grey Seat Ateca. - [Newport Councillors on the Defence over 'Worst Christmas Tree in Britain' and Payphone Vandalism](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/newport-news/newport-councillors-on-the-defence-over-worst-christmas-tree-in-britain-and-payphone-vandalism/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senior councillors in Newport have defended the local authority’s work in the city centre, following criticism of a prominent Christmas tree and littering. An artificial tree at the bottom of High Street drew online mockery last month after some of its lights stopped working, earning the decoration the unfortunate label of “the worst Christmas tree - [World Class Indoor Ski Slope and Leisure Resort Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/merthyr-tydfil-news/world-class-indoor-ski-slope-and-leisure-resort-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] Merthyr Tydfil is going to be home to the UK’s longest indoor snow centre after plans were given the green light. Major plans for the new indoor ski slope and leisure resort in Merthyr Tydfil have been approved by councillors after Welsh Government decided not to call them in and so now the Rhydycar - [Ferry from Swansea to North Devon Looking Hopeful](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/ferry-from-swansea-to-north-devon-looking-hopeful/) - [tta_listen_btn] A consultation about the concept of a ferry linking Swansea with southwest England has been backed by almost everyone who responded. Swansea Council commissioned the piece of work and said some “strong opportunities” had been identified. But although 98% of the 4,400-odd respondents backed the concept of a fast ferry criss-crossing the Bristol Channel, - [Welsh Ambulance Service issues warning ahead of Storm Goretti](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-ambulance-service-issues-warning-ahead-of-storm-goretti/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Ambulance Service is urging people to take extra care ahead of heavy snowfall and strong winds expected from Storm Goretti. The Met Office, which has described the storm as a 'multi-hazard event', has issued a number of Amber and Yellow warnings for snow in Wales and across large swathes of the UK. - [Echoes from the Past, From Wales to Greenland](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/editorial/echoes-from-the-past-from-wales-to-greenland/) - [tta_listen_btn] From time to time, powerful states reveal how they see the world not through policy papers, but through passing remarks. Recent debate over Greenland’s strategic importance and the current discussions underway by the U.S government to 'buy' Greenland, particularly in the context of Arctic security and global competition, have prompted renewed debate about how - [Harlech Man Who Posed as Royal Navy Admiral Pleads Guilty](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/north-wales-news/harlech-man-who-posed-as-royal-navy-admiral-pleads-guilty/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 64-year-old man has been prosecuted following an incident at a memorial service event last November. Jonathon Carley, of Twthil, Harlech, appeared at Llandudno Magistrates’ Court today (Monday, 5 January), charged with offences under the Uniform Act. The charge related to an offence under Section 2 of the Act – wearing military uniform bearing - [Drug Gang Jailed for Exploiting Children to Sell Drugs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/cardiff-news/drug-gang-jailed-for-exploiting-children-to-sell-drugs/) - [tta_listen_btn] An organised criminal network responsible for the supply for class A drugs across Barry have been jailed for a total of twenty-nine and a half years. The gang, led by Dalton Raffell (left), operated drugs lines which supplied crack cocaine and heroin and exploited children as young as 15. Drugs lines linked to Raffell - [Public Consultation on Future of Plascrug Footbridge](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/public-consultation-on-future-of-plascrug-footbridge/) - [tta_listen_btn] A public consultation event will take place on 14 January to view options and proposals for a new Active Travel bridge in Plascrug, Aberystwyth, proposed by Ceredigion County Council. The event will be open to the public between 10am and 7pm at the Ground Floor in the Canolfan Rheidol Council Office building in Aberystwyth. - [Man admits stealing almost £30,000 worth of tools from Aberystwyth shop](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/man-admits-stealing-almost-30000-worth-of-tools-from-aberystwyth-shop/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 48-year-old man has pleaded guilty of burglary after thousands of pounds worth of tools were stolen from an electrical shop in Aberystwyth. Dyfed-Powys Police received a call reporting that a burglary had taken place at CEF Electrical sometime between 3pm on Sunday 29 September and 7.15am on Monday 30 September, 2024. The shop owner explained that when he arrived to open - [Former Hotel in Swansea 'can't be turned into shared house for 12' says planning inspector](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/former-hotel-in-swansea-cant-be-turned-into-shared-house-for-12-says-planning-inspector/) - [tta_listen_btn] A FORMER hotel which was sold at auction for a reported £430,000 can’t be turned into a shared house for up to 12 people in Swansea, a planning inspector said. The inspector, Anthony Thickett, was worried about the living conditions for future occupiers of the former White House Hotel, Uplands. He said the proposed - [Extra Day Added to Christmas Holidays Thanks to Snowfall](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/extra-day-added-to-christmas-holidays-thanks-to-snowfall/) - [tta_listen_btn] Many Schools across Carmarthenshire, which were due to reopen today (Monday, 5 January) following the Christmas and New Year holidays, remained closed for many pupils after snow and icy conditions made travel unsafe. Carmarthenshire County Council confirmed that dozens of primary and secondary schools did not open as planned, citing hazardous road conditions, frozen - [Check before you travel as the weather warning continues](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/check-before-you-travel-as-the-weather-warning-continues/) - [tta_listen_btn] Rail and bus passengers across Wales and the Borders are being advised to check before they travel as Yellow weather for snow and ice remains in place into Tuesday. Scattered sleet and snow showers, combined with icy patches, may cause some travel disruption on Monday and overnight into Tuesday morning. Transport for Wales and - [Glamping Pods Proposal in Ceredigion Refused Again](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/ceredigion-news/glamping-pods-proposal-in-ceredigion-refused-again/) - [tta_listen_btn] A resubmitted scheme for two glamping holiday pods as part of a Ceredigion farm diversification scheme has again been refused by county planners on the grounds of an embargo on new ‘static’ holiday units near the coast. In an application to Ceredigion County Council, Huw Jones sought permission for the glamping pods at Bryn - [Llanelli Nightclub Granted Extension to Open Hours](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-nightclub-granted-extension-to-open-hours/) - [tta_listen_btn] A NIGHTCLUB in Llanelli can open until 5.30am on Saturdays and Sundays, two hours later than previously, councillors have decided. Members of a Carmarthenshire Council licensing sub-committee granted the licensing variation request by Adam Cole, licence holder of The Metropolitan, on the corner of Station Road and John Street. Alcohol can be served and - [Call to allow Carew quarry to drain extra water to mill pond near Carew Castle](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/call-to-allow-carew-quarry-to-drain-extra-water-to-mill-pond-near-carew-castle/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call to allow a Pembrokeshire quarry to drain surplus water from its operations into a mill pond below a historic castle has been lodged with Natural Resources Wales (NRW). In an application to NRW, Templeton-based A & C Aggregates Limited seeks to vary an existing abstraction licence at Carew Quarry, Carew Newton. The NRW consultation may be - [Calls for Pembrokeshire Jetty Repair Scheme worth £5million](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/calls-for-pembrokeshire-jetty-repair-scheme-worth-5million/) - [tta_listen_btn] A marine licence call for an up to £5m scheme for repairs to Pembrokeshire’s Dragon LNG Jetty has been submitted to Natural Resources Wales (NRW). In the NRW application, Dragon LNG, through agent Haskoning UK Ltd, plans to undertake inspections and any repair works at the 1960s jetty in the Milford Haven Waterway; the - [Snow and Icy Conditions hit Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/snow-and-icy-conditions-hit-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Snow showers are continuing to affect parts of Carmarthenshire, including the Carmarthen area, as a spell of cold winter weather holds on across the county. While accumulations are variable, bursts of snow are falling at times, particularly over higher ground, with lower-lying areas seeing a mix of snow, sleet and cold rain. Further snow - [Tributes paid to Blood Biker who tragically died in RTC near Llanddarog](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/tributes-paid-to-blood-biker-who-tragically-died-in-rtc-near-llanddarog/) - [tta_listen_btn] The family of Andrew Rogers aged 61 from Hayscastle, wish to pay tribute to the beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and uncle, who sadly passed away in hospital on Thursday 1 January 2026, following a road traffic collision on the A48 near Llanddarog on Monday 29 December, 2025. The family said: "Andrew was - [Wrexham AFC Academy Moves a Step Closer](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wrexham-afc-academy-moves-a-step-closer/) - Plans to begin work on the new Wrexham AFC Academy at Darland High School in Rossett have been submitted. Following the granting of planning approval earlier this year, the engineering application includes plans to refurbish the full-size main pitch that the school will continue to use – sharing with the Academy – plus the creation - [Bridgend Council's Budget Could See 'Significant Cuts'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/bridgend-councils-budget-could-see-significant-cuts/) - A cross-party scrutiny group has given a series of recommendations to Bridgend County Borough Council’s cabinet ahead of their annual budget setting process which could see “significant” cuts. The group was put together in April 2025 in order to assist cabinet members and officers with the development of their draft budget proposals for the 2026-27 - [Storage Facility Plans Submitted to Bridgend Council](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/storage-facility-plans-submitted-to-bridgend-council/) - Plans to build a new self-storage facility on land close to a Bridgend industrial estate have been submitted to the local council. They were handed in by developers at Simply Planning Limited in November for the creation of a storage site located south of Wyndham Close near to Brackla Industrial Estate. If eventually approved the - [Back to the 70's Plans for Holiday Lets at Llys Y Fran Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/back-to-the-70s-plans-for-holiday-lets-at-llys-y-fran-approved/) - A call to allow 1970s-approved holiday lets near a Pembrokeshire reservoir beauty spot to become permanent homes, as no condition preventing that change was imposed, has now been approved. In a certificate of lawfulness application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Mark Rees, through agent Preseli Planning Ltd, sought permission for a change of use of two - [Wastewater Upgrade Launched Following £20k Community Funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/wastewater-upgrade-launched-following-20k-community-funding/) - A £20,000 community fund for Cardigan as part of Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water’s £20m upgrade at its wastewater treatment works is being launched this week. The not-for-profit company is currently upgrading the treatment process at Cardigan Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW) and once complete, the new process will ensure the works can cope better with the - [Police Station Makeover Gets Green Light](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/police-station-makeover-gets-green-light/) - Works at Haverfordwest’s police station which aim to improve safety and access have been approved by county planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, through agent Ridge & Partners LLP, The Police & Crime Commissioner for Dyfed Powys Police Dafydd Llywelyn sought permission for works at Haverfordwest Police Station, Merlins Hill. The proposed development - [Planners Approve Caravan at Nursing Home](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/planners-approve-caravan-at-nursing-home/) - A call to keep a staff caravan sited as a “a proportionate and necessary addition to support the ongoing operation” of a Pembrokeshire nursing home, has been given the go-ahead by county planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Dr R C Chaudhry sought retrospective permission for the siting of a static caravan for - [Gas Pipeline Given Go-Ahead by Pembrokeshire Planners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/gas-pipeline-given-go-ahead-by-pembrokeshire-planners/) - A call for a 1.5km hydrogen gas pipeline in Pembrokeshire in connection with a previously granted scheme for green energy production has been given the go-ahead by county planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Zurich-based MorGen Energy Ltd, previously known as H2 Energy Europe, sought permission for a 1.5km six-inch 10-bar low-pressure hydrogen - [Llandysul Girl Guiding Volunteer Awarded MBE](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/llandysul-girl-guiding-volunteer-awarded-mbe/) - A Girlguiding volunteer from Llandysul has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours list for their voluntary services to Girlguiding/voluntary service to young people/work supporting girls and young women over the last 37 years. Lynne Mansfield Guide and Ranger leader of 1st and 2nd Cardigan Guides and Teifi Rangers was awarded the MBE by - [Questions Over Funding for New Royal Alexandra Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/questions-over-funding-for-new-royal-alexandra-hospital/) - A Rhyl councillor has questioned whether millions of pounds of Welsh Government money will be approved to pay for a new Royal Alexandra hospital building. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board’s planning application for the erection of a new hospital building on the existing site was approved by Denbighshire County Council officers last week. The new - [Pembrokeshire Girl Guiding Volunteer Awarded MBE](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/pembrokeshire-girl-guiding-volunteer-awarded-mbe/) - [tta_listen_btn]A Ceredigion Girlguiding volunteer has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours list for services to the community of Dyfed over the last 40 years. Caroline Wilson of 1st Lampeter Brownies and Girlguiding Ceredigion was awarded the MBE by His Majesty the King in honour of their work to the community of Dyfed which - [Ferodo Site Set for Redevelopment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/ferodo-site-set-for-redevelopment/) - An empty Caernarfon factory site famed for one of the longest running industrial disputes in British history could be set for a major redevelopment to become a data centre. The Ferodo site at Griffiths Crossroads was a major employer for decades, with up to 1,500 workers producing vehicle components, particularly brake pads and linings. The - [Illuminated Sign Rejected by Bangor Plannnners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/illuminated-sign-rejected-by-bangor-plannnners/) - Plans for a large illuminated digital sign in the centre of Bangor have been rejected after planners felt it could be “severely detrimental to highway safety”. Cyngor Gwynedd turned down the 6.4m x 3.4m advertising display unit proposed on land adjoining Bangor Car Wash. The application was made through the agent Graeme Hughes, of Limetree - [Heritage, Homesteading, and Harmony: The Mission of Simon Birkett and the TWI](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/twi-the-far-right-vision-for-white-only-enclaves-in-britain/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 camps aimed at reviving traditional rural living. Supporters see it as a self-sufficiency project - [North Wales Officer Sacked After Groping Colleagues at Work Event](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/north-wales-officer-sacked-after-groping-colleagues-at-work-event/) - [tta_listen_btn] A North Wales Police officer has been dismissed after a disciplinary hearing found she engaged in inappropriate and unwanted conduct towards colleagues during a work-related social event. Pamela Pritchard, who joined the force as a trainee in 2023, was accused of making unwanted physical contact with several colleagues during a leaving party at Caernarfon - [Second Critically Endangered Eastern Black Rhino Born at Folly Farm](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/second-critically-endangered-eastern-black-rhino-born-at-folly-farm/) - [tta_listen_btn] Folly Farm in Pembrokeshire is celebrating the arrival of a second critically endangered eastern black rhino calf, a healthy male born as part of a Europe wide breeding programme. The birth, which took place on Thursday 27 November, marks the zoo’s second rhino calf and only the second ever born in Wales through the - [Two paedophiles jailed for 58 years for sexually abusing five girls in Bury and parts of Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/two-paedophiles-jailed-for-58-years-for-sexually-abusing-five-girls-in-bury-and-parts-of-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two men have been jailed for committing a series of sexual offences against five teenage girls more than 25 years ago. The Crown Prosecution Service’s dedicated Organised Child Sexual Abuse Unit prosecuted Imtiaz Ali, 53, and Manzorr Hussain, 54, following an investigation by Greater Manchester Police. Following a trial at Manchester Minshull Street Crown - [Patients treated in store cupboards as corridor care 'normalised'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/patients-treated-in-store-cupboards-as-corridor-care-normalised/) - [tta_listen_btn] Patients are being treated in store cupboards, break rooms and toilets as so-called corridor care becomes the norm in Welsh hospitals, the Senedd has heard. Senedd members warned that treating patients in inappropriate areas has become a "daily reality" rather than an exception as they debated calls for the practice to be eradicated. The - [Trewern development returns despite local opposition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/trewern-development-returns-despite-local-opposition/) - [tta_listen_btn] PLANS for a social housing development in a village near Welshpool could be given the green light by councillors at the second time of asking. At a meeting of Powys County Council’s Planning committee on Thursday, December 18, councillors will receive an updated report on a scheme by Mid Wales Property Developments (MWP). MWP - [Blaenau Gwent Independent Councillor joins Reform UK](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/blaenau-gwent-independent-councillor-joins-reform-uk/) - [tta_listen_btn] BLAENAU GWENT County Borough Council has its first Reform UK councillor. Cllr Jonathan Millard, the non-aligned Independent councillor for Ebbw Vale South, confirmed that he has joined the Nigel Farage MP-led party. Cllr Millard said: “I’m proud to announce I’ve joined Reform UK and become the first Reform UK councillor in Blaenau Gwent. “For - [Plaid Cymru surges ahead in Senedd Election Polls](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-surges-ahead-in-senedd-election-polls/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru is leading the polls in Wales ahead of Reform UK for the upcoming Senedd election with Labour falling even further behind, a new You Gov opinion poll has revealed. The latest poll conducted by YouGov for Cardiff University has revealed that Labour's predicted vote share for the Senedd has now fallen to - [Greyhound Racing Industry Fires Back at Plans to Ban Sport in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/greyhound-racing-industry-fires-back-at-plans-to-ban-sport-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] The greyhound racing industry has hit back at plans to ban the sport in Wales, claiming data shows deaths have "more than halved" and injuries saw a "significant drop" last year. Mark Bird, chief executive of the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB), accused animal welfare charities of citing "inaccurate, historic or even misleading" - [Lindsay Whittle Promises to Be 'a Voice for Caerphilly'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/lindsay-whittle-promises-to-be-a-voice-for-caerphilly/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru's new Senedd member for Caerphilly Lindsay Whittle MS has promised to be a 'voice for Caerphilly'. Speaking ahead of his first Senedd session since his seismic victory in late October, Mr Whittle said he would pledge to 'fight for every community in the constituency'. Plaid Cymru gained Caerphilly from Labour in a major - [Ceredigion Council Hopes for £4m Coastal Defence Scheme Overspend](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/ceredigion-council-hopes-for-4m-coastal-defence-scheme-overspend/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion County Council is hoping a £4m overspend on the recently completed Aberaeron coastal defence scheme won’t see it having to cover that in full, councillors heard. The-then £31.59m Aberaeron Coastal Defence Scheme was funded through the Welsh Government’s Coastal Risk Management Programme, with a £4.74m contribution from Ceredigion County Council, meaning 85 per - [Members of Senedd Call for Lifelong Blue Badges in Wales for People with Permanent Disabilities](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/members-of-senedd-call-for-lifelong-blue-badges-in-wales-for-people-with-permanent-disabilities/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members have called for lifelong blue badges for people with permanent conditions, labelling the current renewal system as unfair, stressful and potentially discriminatory. Carolyn Thomas, the Labour Senedd member for North Wales, expressed concerns about people being forced to re-prove their disability every three years to keep their parking permit. She said: “I - [Wales Delays GP Prescriptions for New Weight-Loss Drugs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wales-delays-gp-prescriptions-for-new-weight-loss-drugs/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has confirmed that GPs will remain unable to prescribe new weight-loss drugs such as tirzepatide (Mounjaro) because NHS Wales is not yet equipped to handle the significant demand expected once the treatments are made widely available. Rollout Paused Due to Capacity Concerns An estimated 186,000 people in Wales could be eligible - [Deputy First Minister Under Fire Over 'Political Fix' on Greyhound Racing Ban](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/deputy-first-minister-under-fire-over-political-fix-on-greyhound-racing-ban/) - [tta_listen_btn] The deputy first minister has insisted plans to ban greyhound racing are not linked to a budget deal, despite being confronted with evidence it was part of the agreement. During a tense evidence session on Monday (October 20), Huw Irranca-Davies was challenged by fellow Labour member Alun Davies over the timing of a - [Children's Screen Time Up, Exercise Time Down, MS claims](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/childrens-screen-time-up-exercise-time-down-ms-claims/) - This article has been fact-checked [tta_listen_btn] Children are spending more time in digital environments than in the physical world, the Senedd has heard, with excessive screen use shaping behaviour and health in ways society cannot ignore. Labour’s John Griffiths raised concerns about the impact of smartphones and online gaming on young people amid what he - [Plastic pollution from Swansea wastewater works](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/plastic-pollution-from-swansea-wastewater-works/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plastic discs from a wastewater treatment works in Swansea washed up in large numbers on the city’s beach and also on beaches in Gower and Neath Port Talbot. Welsh Water said they spilled from the treatment works off Fabian Way following a power failure which coincided with increased wastewater flows and that measures have - [Plaid Cymru Makes Final Appeal to Voters Ahead of Caerphilly by-election](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-makes-final-appeal-to-voters-ahead-of-caerphilly-by-election/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru has made a final appeal to voters on the eve of the Caerphilly by-election urging everyone who wants to stop Reform UK to back Plaid Cymru's Lindsay Whittle. A poll released last week has shown that only Plaid Cymru has any chance of beating Reform UK in the upcoming Caerphilly by-election, with - [Senedd Hears Calls to Protect Bronglais Stroke Unit Amid Fears of Downgrade](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/senedd-hears-calls-to-protect-bronglais-stroke-unit-amid-fears-of-downgrade/) - [tta_listen_btn] Politicians have debated calls to safeguard full stroke services at Bronglais Hospital after more than 17,000 people signed one of the biggest petitions in the Senedd’s 26-year history. Campaigners urged the Senedd and Welsh Government to intervene immediately to protect the stroke unit amid plans to downgrade the service to a “treat-and-transfer” model. Under - [Plaid Cymru Win Caerphilly by-election as Labour Lose Historic Stronghold](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-win-caerphilly-by-election-as-labour-lose-historic-stronghold/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru has won the Caerphilly Senedd by-election, taking the seat from Labour in what Plaid described as a major victory ahead of next year’s Welsh Parliament elections. Lindsay Whittle, the Plaid Cymru candidate and former Assembly Member, defeated Reform UK’s Llyr Powell and Labour’s Richard Tunnicliffe to secure the seat. The result ends - [Bus Strike Action to Disrupt Routes Across South and West Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/bus-strike-action-to-disrupt-routes-across-south-and-west-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Bus services across South and West Wales are set for major disruption after Unite the Union confirmed strike action will go ahead over an ongoing pay dispute with First Cymru. The union announced industrial action will take place between 30 October and 2 November, and again from 5 to 8 November, following the breakdown - [Welsh Gov Accused of Hypocrisy Over NHS Transparency Drive](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-gov-accused-of-hypocrisy-over-nhs-transparency-drive/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has been accused of hypocrisy over a new NHS transparency drive, with opposition Senedd members challenging ministers to lead by example. Jeremy Miles, Wales' health secretary, unveiled plans to live stream public accountability meetings every year with NHS organisations, including the seven health boards. He also announced that more details of - [Education Secretary tTells Senedd to 'Move on' From Poor PISA Results](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/education-secretary-tells-senedd-to-move-on-from-poor-pisa-results/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales' education secretary has dismissed the Conservatives' focus on the nation's poor 2022 PISA scores, telling the Senedd it was "time to move on" from the worst-ever results. Lynne Neagle accepted Wales needs to do better in the worldwide study of education systems as she accused the Conservatives of "harking back" to the record-low - [First Bus rolling out free travel for Armed Forces personnel ahead of Remembrance Sunday between 9th and 11th of November](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-bus-rolling-out-free-travel-for-armed-forces-personnel-ahead-of-remembrance-sunday-between-9th-and-11th-of-november/) - [tta_listen_btn] The First Bus fleet of 5,700 buses across the UK is enabling serving Armed Forces personnel, cadets and veterans to travel for free to events commemorating Remembrance Sunday on 9 November and Armistice Day on Tuesday 11 November. All current and former members of the military and cadets need to do is show the - [Leading Learning Disability Rights campaigner coming to Neath](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/leading-learning-disability-rights-campaigner-coming-to-neath/) - [tta_listen_btn] As part of the Neath Arts Festival, well-known theatre director and playwright Stephen Unwin will discuss his new book 'Beautiful Lives' with Sioned Williams MS, regional Member of Senedd for South Wales West and Chair of the Senedd Cross Party Group on Learning Disabilities. Stephen Unwin, is the father of Joey, a young man - [Plaid Cymru Westminster leader challenges PM over reluctance to campaign in Caerphilly](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-westminster-leader-challenges-pm-over-reluctance-to-campaign-in-caerphilly/) - [tta_listen_btn] During PMQs on Wednesday 15 October, Plaid Cymru Westminster leader, Liz Saville Roberts MP challenged Keir Starmer over his reluctance to campaign in Caerphilly ahead of the by-election on 23 October. A few weeks ago, the Prime Minister told the BBC that he didn't know whether he was going to go to Caerphilly. Ms Saville - [Woman Involved in Serious RTC Near Cardiff Dies Following her Injuries](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/woman-involved-in-serious-rtc-near-cardiff-dies-following-her-injuries/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police can confirm a 38-year-old woman injured in a collision in Caerau, Cardiff, last month has died and a man has been charged with her murder. Emergency services were called to Heol Trelai just before 12.30am on Saturday September 27 to a report that the driver of a car had collided with - [Access Row Over Llanelli Cenotaph Ramp](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/access-row-over-llanelli-cenotaph-ramp/) - [tta_listen_btn] Frail and disabled veterans may face difficulties paying their respects at Llanelli’s Cenotaph this Remembrance Week after Carmarthenshire County Council declined a request for a temporary access ramp. Labour councillor and RAF veteran Rob Evans submitted a request in early October for a ramp and handrail to be installed to help those unable to - [‘A Frightening Time for Minorities’: Senedd Urged to Confront Rising Hate in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/a-frightening-time-for-minorities-senedd-urged-to-confront-rising-hate-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hatred towards minority groups is becoming "frighteningly" commonplace and "acceptable to some" in Welsh society, a Plaid Cymru Senedd member warned. Sioned Williams cautioned Wales faces deep divisions fomented by hatred whether rooted in racism, religious intolerance, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia or ableism. She told the Senedd: "What is frightening to me is that denying - [Caerphilly by-election: Parties Issue Statements Following BBC Debate](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/caerphilly-by-election-parties-issue-statements-following-bbc-debate/) - [tta_listen_btn] In the latest news in the run-up to the by-election in Caerphilly, we're hearing statements from the parties in the running following the BBC 'Your Voice, Your Vote' debate, as well as new polling data showing Reform UK leading and a major wipeout of Labour predicted. The new poll by Camlas Public Affairs for - [Vaughan Gething among Senedd Members who failed to attend evidence session over Hafod Landfill](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/vaughan-gething-among-senedd-members-who-failed-to-attend-evidence-session-over-hafod-landfill/) - [tta_listen_btn] An evidence session was cancelled after four of the five politicians who sit on a Senedd committee were unable to attend, leaving the Welsh Parliament no choice but to postpone the meeting. The Senedd’s petitions committee was due to meet on October 20 as part of a short inquiry into the impact of the - [Lee Waters says 'Traditional Business Model' for Welsh Town Centres is 'Dead'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/lee-waters-says-traditional-business-model-for-welsh-town-centres-is-dead/) - [tta_listen_btn] A former minister has warned that the traditional business model for Welsh town centres is "dead", arguing that familiar solutions such as free parking and abolishing business rates are not the answer. Labour’s Lee Waters said the economic shift towards online and out-of-town shopping means new purposes must be found for struggling high streets. - [New Police and Crime Commissioner appointed for Dyfed-Powys Police](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-police-and-crime-commissioner-appointed-for-dyfed-powys-police/) - [tta_listen_btn] Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Dafydd Llywelyn has confirmed the appointment of Mr Ifan Charles as the new Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police with immediate effect, following a confirmation hearing by the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Panel. The decision follows a robust appointment process where the Commissioner presented Ifan Charles as his preferred candidate. Mr Ifan Charles joined Dyfed-Powys Police - [Works on Ceredigion’s Museum backed by county planners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/works-on-ceredigions-museum-backed-by-county-planners/) - [tta_listen_btn] In an application recommended for approval at the September meeting of Ceredigion County Council’s development management committee, Gareth Evans, of Canolfan Rheidol Rhodfa Padarn, sought listed building consent for works on the Grade-II-listed Ceredigion Museum, Colliseum, Terrace Road, Aberystwyth. The works include external and internal repairs, rehabilitation and refurbishment of external walls, replacement roofworks, - [Rhun ap Iorwerth: Ceasefire in Gaza Must Be ‘First Step’ Toward Justice and Reconstruction](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rhun-ap-iorwerth-ceasefire-in-gaza-must-be-first-step-toward-justice-and-reconstruction/) - [tta_listen_btn] After two years of intense fighting that has devastated Gaza and cost tens of thousands of lives, negotiators have announced a breakthrough: Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of a U.S.-backed ceasefire plan that aims to halt the fighting, free hostages, and open humanitarian access to the besieged territory. The - [South Wales Police announce forensic review of Gurnos murders investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/south-wales-police-announce-forensic-review-of-gurnos-murders-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police is carrying out a forensic review of the murders of Diane Jones, 21, two-year-old Shauna Hibberd, and 13-month-old Sarah-Jane Hibberd in 1995. Thirty years on from the murders, the Major Crime Review Unit at South Wales Police is hoping that advances in forensic technology will provide the breakthrough needed to identify - [Carmarthenshire to receive £20m Pride of Place funding for regeneration](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/carmarthenshire-to-receive-20m-pride-of-place-funding-for-regeneration/) - [tta_listen_btn] A major £20 million regeneration package for Carmarthenshire, delivered by Llanelli's MP Nia Griffith, has been welcomed by Labour councillors as “fairness in action” — but Plaid Cymru leaders have questioned the UK Government’s Pride of Place scheme. The funding, equivalent to around £100 for every resident in the county over ten years, is - [Welsh Gov to introduce phased ban on greyhound racing by 2030](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-gov-to-introduce-phased-ban-on-greyhound-racing-by-2030/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 – faces closure after a draft law was introduced in the Senedd to prohibit - [Patient's bleak account of 'Corridor Care' at the Grange highlights growing healthcare crisis](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/patients-bleak-account-of-corridor-care-at-the-grange-highlights-growing-healthcare-crisis/) - [tta_listen_btn] A cancer patient was forced to spend a "bloody inhumane" night in a chair at the Grange hospital, only getting a bed after collapsing on the floor, the Senedd has heard. Plaid Cymru's Peredur Owen Griffiths raised the pensioner's frank account of so-called corridor care during today's (October 1) health questions in the - [Members of Senedd could face salary cuts if 2026/27 budget fails to pass](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/members-of-senedd-could-face-salary-cuts-if-2026-27-budget-fails-to-pass/) - [tta_listen_btn] Failure to pass next year's Senedd commission budget could result in unthinkable cuts – even putting politicians' £80,000-a-year salaries at risk – the Senedd's speaker warned. Elin Jones, the presiding officer or Llywydd, said not passing the commission's 2026/27 budget would make the running of the Welsh Parliament "almost impossible". Ms Jones - [Four cases of Bluetongue confirmed as Welsh Gov tackles spread](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/four-cases-of-bluetongue-confirmed-as-welsh-gov-tackles-spread/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has defended its "control and contain" strategy for bluetongue, with four confirmed cases highlighting the financial turmoil already hitting livestock markets. Huw Irranca-Davies said four premises where bluetongue has been confirmed have been placed under restrictions as investigations on the source and spread of the disease continue. The deputy - [Conservatives call fo tax cuts to boost Welsh economy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/conservatives-call-fo-tax-cuts-to-boost-welsh-economy/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Conservatives have called for tax cuts to boost the Welsh economy but Labour ministers warned the "unfunded" plan would blow a £669m hole in the budget. Samuel Kurtz, the Tory shadow economy secretary, called for a 1p cut to the basic rate of income tax and the scrapping of business rates for - [Welsh Gov rejects calls for new law to protect historic place names](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-gov-rejects-calls-for-new-law-to-protect-historic-place-names/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has rejected calls for a new law to protect historic place names, arguing goodwill and current initiatives are already working. Favouring persuasion rather than enforcement, Mark Drakeford unveiled a four-point plan including guidance for councils and a tool for the public to record historic names. The former first minister - [Two men arrested following St Fagans burglary](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/two-men-arrested-following-st-fagans-burglary/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two men have been arrested on suspicion of a burglary at St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff. The men aged 43 and 50 from Northampton were arrested this afternoon and are in custody in Northamptonshire. South Wales Police continues to investigate the burglary which was reported at around 12.30am yesterday morning (Monday, October - [Major update on plans for tallest building in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/major-update-on-plans-for-tallest-building-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for what will be the tallest building in Wales have taken a major step forward after the firm behind the scheme submitted a planning application. REAP 3 Limited, a subsidiary of Bluecastle Capital, launched a pre-application consultation document on its plan for the 50-storey Cardiff skyscraper, proposed for land at Central Square, in - [Four charged in connection with Rhydyfelin murder](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/four-charged-in-connection-with-rhydyfelin-murder/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 possession of bladed article. Ethan Ross, aged 23, of Rhydyfelin has been charged with - [Welsh Government steps up calls for Crown Estate devolution](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-government-steps-up-calls-for-crown-estate-devolution/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 the seabed around Wales as well as 50,000 acres of land – and has - [Pro-Russian bribery scandal overshadows Reform Candidate in Caerphilly by-election](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/pro-russian-bribery-scandal-overshadows-reform-candidate-in-caerphilly-by-election/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 placing Reform’s candidate, Llŷr Powell, under growing scrutiny. Gill’s Guilty Plea Gill admitted at - [UK Government's 'BritCard' Digital ID Faces Widespread Backlash](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/uk-governments-britcard-digital-id-faces-widespread-backlash/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 serve as proof of identity and residency status, simplifying processes such as right-to-work checks, - [Let's Talk About Wales: Rhun ap Iorwerth to visit Caerffili on the third stop of his leader's tour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/lets-talk-about-wales-rhun-ap-iorwerth-to-visit-caerffili-on-the-third-stop-of-his-leaders-tour/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 candidate, and promises to be a strong, local voice for Caerffili constituents if elected - [First Minister to remain 'ultimate judge' of ministers' conduct](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-minister-to-remain-ultimate-judge-of-ministers-conduct/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 but she decided against giving them power to initiate their own investigations. She wrote - [Man jailed for murder of Leanne Williams](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/man-jailed-for-murder-of-leanne-williams/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 found by officers at her home on Gomer Road, Townhill on Thursday, February 27. - [Reform UK Faces Scrutiny Over Press Engagement](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/reform-uk-faces-scrutiny-over-press-engagement/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK has been accused of creating what critics describe as a “Trumpian wall of silence” towards local journalists, after several regional outlets reported being ignored or excluded by Reform-controlled councils. The allegations surfaced after The Times and The Sunday Times reported that Reform UK councillors in areas such as Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire had - [Llanelli Councillor Performs CPR to Save Man’s Life in Town Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-councillor-performs-cpr-to-save-mans-life-in-town-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] An unconscious man found lying flat on his back in Llanelli town centre was saved by a campaigning councillor and a paramedic who performed life-saving CPR. Councillor Springs Into Action Defibrillator campaigner and town councillor Shaun Greaney used emergency skills he learned on a town council first aid course after spotting the man “laying - [Burglary at St Fagans National Museum of History](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/burglary-at-st-fagans-national-museum-of-history/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police is investigating a burglary at St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff. At around 12.30am on Monday, October 6, a report was received of a burglary at the museum. Detective Inspector Bob Chambers, from South Wales Police, said: "At this time, we believe that two suspects forced entry to the main - [Porthcawl RNLI rescue surfer swept out to sea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-surfer-swept-out-to-sea/) - [tta_listen_btn] Last month (Wednesday 10 September 2025), a surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after he was caught in a powerful rip current and waved to a member of the public walking their dog, who dialled 999 for the Coastguard. WATCH the moment the RNLI rescue Ben from the water. Ben Fraser, 30, has been - [New Community Messaging App Released across Mid and West Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-community-messaging-app-released-across-mid-and-west-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 what goes on where they live or work, with the new, free interactive messaging - [Reform UK Councillor Accuses Plaid of “Undermining Welsh Identity”](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/reform-uk-councillor-accuses-plaid-of-undermining-welsh-identity/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthenshire County Council has begun removing Welsh flags that had been hung by activists on lampposts, road signs, and other public spaces across the county as part of the "Raising the Colours" protest. The campaign, which saw flags displayed prominently across Carmarthenshire, was intended to symbolise both national pride, but in many instances was - [First Minister tells Senedd committees to make 'fewer recommendations' to the Welsh Government](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/first-minister-tells-senedd-committees-to-make-fewer-recommendations-to-the-welsh-government/) - [tta_listen_btn] Tensions over parliamentary scrutiny have emerged after first minister Eluned Morgan told Senedd committees to make fewer recommendations to the Welsh Government. Baroness Morgan wrote to Elin Jones – the Senedd's speaker or Llywydd – over the summer, expressing concerns about the volume of committee recommendations. She said: "We need to be - [UK Government recognises Palestinian State but Plaid Cymru says PM must "go further"](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/uk-government-recognises-palestinian-state-but-plaid-cymru-says-pm-must-go-further/) - [tta_listen_btn] In a major political move on Sunday, the UK Government under Kier Starmer recognised a Palestinian State, but Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth has urged the Prime Minister to "go further" and impose harsh sanctions against the Israeli Government in light of the continued atrocities against civilians in Gaza. Today, to revive the - [Mark Drakeford Blasts Plaid Cymru’s ‘Kitchen Sink’ Budget Motion in Fiery Senedd Debate](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/mark-drakeford-blasts-plaid-cymrus-kitchen-sink-budget-motion-in-fiery-senedd-debate/) - [tta_listen_btn] Mark Drakeford panned Plaid Cymru for "throwing the kitchen sink" into a motion, describing a debate on the UK budget as the antithesis of responsible politics. The former first minister lambasted the Plaid Cymru motion on the forthcoming UK budget which made a long list of calls from devolving the Crown Estate to introducing - [Calls for political donations to be capped at £10,000 after Vaughan Gething scandal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/calls-for-political-donations-to-be-capped-at-10000-after-vaughan-gething-scandal/) - Campaigners have called for a £10,000 cap on political donations following controversy over a £200,000 donation that led to the downfall of former first minister Vaughan Gething. Mr Gething, who broke no rules, was forced to stand down after accepting the donation from a convicted polluter's company during the 2024 Welsh Labour leadership race. - [Plaid Cymru call for action following UN Commission's ruling that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-call-for-action-following-un-commissions-ruling-that-israel-is-committing-genocide-in-gaza/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru has issued a forceful response following the recent United Nations Commission of Inquiry report, which concluded that there is strong legal evidence that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. The 72-page report accuses Israeli authorities of four out of five genocidal acts under the 1948 UN Genocide Convention—killing, causing serious harm, inflicting - [Human remains discovered at Llwyn On Reservoir identified as missing Jordan Moray](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/human-remains-discovered-at-llwyn-on-reservoir-identified-as-missing-jordan-moray/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Friday, August 29, 2025, South Wales Police received a report of human remains being discovered in a remote area in the vicinity of Llwyn On Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons. It has since been confirmed that these remains are those of Jordan Moray, who was reported missing in July, 2019, from his home - [Raise the Colours Sparks Flag Fight in Wales Over Asylum Policy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/raise-the-colours-sparks-flag-fight-in-wales-over-asylum-policy/) - Protest, Identity, and Wales as a Nation of Sanctuary [tta_listen_btn] In recent months, some protestors have proposed or engaged in placing thousands of Welsh flags on lamp posts to signal opposition to Wales’s “Nation of Sanctuary” policy, a commitment by the Welsh Government to provide safety and support for asylum seekers. The protest has sparked - [42-home development approved for Newport estate despite objections](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/42-home-development-approved-for-newport-estate-despite-objections/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 42-home development next to Newport’s Mon Bank estate can go ahead, city councillors have decided. Monmouthshire Housing Association has been given the green light to build the homes on vacant land to the northeast of the existing development. All of the homes will be classed as affordable housing. The application had drawn objections - [RNLI offers safety advice as lifeguard patrols end across Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/rnli-offers-safety-advice-as-lifeguard-patrols-end-across-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Sunday 7th marked the end of the peak season for RNLI lifeguards in Wales and the charity is offering lifesaving safety advice to people visiting the coast during the winter months. Whitesands Beach in Pembrokeshire will continue to be patrolled on weekends only up until October half term. Chris Cousens RNLI Water Safety Lead - [South Wales Police Operation sees over 100 illegal e-bikes seized across Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/south-wales-police-operation-sees-over-100-illegal-e-bikes-seized-across-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] A South Wales Police led operation has seen over 100 illegal e-bikes seized from the streets of Cardiff, making our town centres safer this summer. Following concerns in the community and local intelligence, the local Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) applied for and received additional funding from Police and Crime Commissioner to tackle the issue - [Approval likely for additional homes at 'The Poppies' development, Wrexham](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/approval-likely-for-additional-homes-at-the-poppies-development-wrexham/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 Llay Royal British Legion. To complement the development it also had plans for a - [Riverside murder investigation: Family pay tribute to Nirodha Niwunhella](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/riverside-murder-investigation-family-pay-tribute-to-nirodha-niwunhella/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 peace, love and gratitude. "She touched many lives with her kindness and warmth and - [BREAKING: House ablaze in Felinfoel](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/breaking-house-ablaze-in-felinfoel/) - Just over an hour ago, we received reports that a substantial fire had broken out at several properties in Felinfoel Llanelli. It has been reported that emergency services have been called and are now tackling the blaze. Residents are urged to keep clear of the area whilst the fire services deal with the situation. Traffic - [Pontarddulais Cycle Path Approved Despite Territorial Dog and a Decades-Old Van](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/pontarddulais-cycle-path-approved-despite-territorial-dog-and-a-decades-old-van/) - [tta_listen_btn] PLANS for a new cycle path in Pontarddulais have been approved despite concerns about its effect on a territorial dog and a van parked there since the 1990s. The new shared-use path will start from Pentre Road, at the northern edge of Rhydgoch Cemetery, and run in a north-east direction to Birch Rock Road - [Plans for 30 flats in Rhondda opposed as concerns raised over traffic and overdevelopment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plans-for-30-flats-in-rhondda-opposed-as-concerns-raised-over-traffic-and-overdevelopment/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 the council’s planning committee on Thursday, August 14, against officer recommendations, meaning it will - [Appeal to Convert Aberaeron Betting Shop into Home Rejected](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/appeal-to-convert-aberaeron-betting-shop-into-home-rejected/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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, of nearby Ffosyffin, sought permission from Ceredigion planners to convert the former Wright Bookmakers, - [Affordable homes outside Cardigan refused by Council](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/affordable-homes-outside-cardigan-refused-by-council/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 Carys Jukes in an application to Ceredigion County Council planners recommended for refusal at - [Plans revealed to upgrade Public Toilets at George Edwards Hall, Cefn Mawr](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plans-revealed-to-upgrade-public-toilets-at-george-edwards-hall-cefn-mawr/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 work on the toilets at the community centre, which are public facilities available for - [Welsh Couple Celebrate second £1M National Lottery Win](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/welsh-couple-celebrate-second-1m-national-lottery-win/) - [tta_listen_btn] A courier driver and a mental health practitioner from Mid-Wales are celebrating an extraordinary Christmas miracle after securing a second £1,000,000 National Lottery win, seven years after their first. Richard Davies, 49, and Faye Stevenson-Davies, 43, first won £1M in June 2018. The couple have now matched five main numbers and the Bonus Ball - [Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Accident on A48](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-following-accident-on-a48/) - APPEAL | Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision on the A48 yesterday evening (29 December). Just before 6pm on December 29, officers were called to a report of a collision involving a black Audi A3 and a Honda 750 Liveried Blood Bike on the A48, westbound, between the Botanical - [Farage and Reform UK Under Scrutiny Amid Russian Bribe Scandal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/farage-and-reform-uk-under-scrutiny-amid-russian-bribe-scandal/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nathan Gill, the former leader of Reform UK in Wales, has been sentenced to 10½ years in prison after admitting to accepting bribes in exchange for making pro-Russian statements, authorities confirmed this week. Gill pleaded guilty to eight counts of bribery, acknowledging that he received payments from Oleg Voloshyn, a Ukrainian politician with pro-Kremlin - [10 years in prison for Bargoed man involved in the supply of drugs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/10-years-in-prison-for-bargoed-man-involved-in-the-supply-of-drugs/) - [tta_listen_btn] 37-year-old Peter Ian Yandell, from Bargoed, was arrested at his business premises on June 11. Officers from Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit for southern Wales, executed the warrant at Yandell's vehicle workshop in Tredegar. Yandell had been using the business as a front for the wholesale distribution of controlled drugs. A search of - [Senedd Rejects Conservative Bid to Scrap Business Rates for Small Firms Amid High Street Concerns](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/senedd-rejects-conservative-bid-to-scrap-business-rates-for-small-firms-amid-high-street-concerns/) - [tta_listen_btn] Tory Senedd members urged the Welsh Government to scrap business rates entirely for the smallest businesses to give them "breathing space" amid a record wave of closures. Samuel Kurtz claimed Wales has the "least competitive" business rates in Britain coupled with the highest unemployment in the UK and the lowest take-home pay. "This is - [All visitors to Hywel Dda sites asked to wear Face Masks to limit spread of Respiratory Viruses](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/all-visitors-to-hywel-dda-sites-asked-to-wear-face-masks-to-limit-spread-of-respiratory-viruses/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) is asking that all visitors and staff in clinical and patient-facing areas wear a face mask to help limit the spread of respiratory viruses. The number of cases of respiratory viruses within hospitals, and our broader community, is increasing at a steady rate. All staff, regardless of their - [Former Poundland and Cinema in Tenby could become Retro Computer Gaming Lounge](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/former-poundland-and-cinema-in-tenby-could-become-retro-computer-gaming-lounge/) - [tta_listen_btn] Formal plans to turn Tenby’s former Poundland and Royal Playhouse cinema to a retro computer gaming lounge have been submitted to the national park. Following a takeover by investment firm Gordon Brothers, Poundland shut 57 stores earlier this year, including Tenby’s branch on White Lion Street. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, - [Herefordshire Cider Business hit by Planning Setback](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/herefordshire-cider-business-hit-by-planning-setback/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Herefordshire couple say their cider business, recently featured on TV, has been hit by a tardy planning decision. Artistraw Cider co-owner Tom Tibbits said his partner Lydia Crimp put in a planning application over a year ago for a larger cider shed at their base near Hay-on-Wye, to enable the business to expand. - [Reform UK, 'The Biggest Party in Great Britain'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/reform-uk-the-biggest-party-in-great-britain/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform UK has moved from the margins to the centre of UK politics, with recent polling and election results showing the party competing at the highest level. This rise across the United Kingdom places Reform UK as the biggest party across Great Britain, ahead of Labour and the Conservatives. Together, the Welsh and UK-wide - [Suspect connected with Llanharry Murder Arrested](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/suspect-connected-with-llanharry-murder-arrested/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police has arrested an 86-year-old man in connection with the murders of Harry and Megan Tooze more than 30 years ago. The couple were found dead with gunshot wounds at their Ty Ar y Waun farmhouse in Llanharry on July 26 1993. The force commenced a forensic review of the case in - [“Christmas of the future!” – Llanelli MP's Christmas Card Design Competition Winners 2025 announced](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/christmas-of-the-future-llanelli-mps-christmas-card-design-competition-winners-2025-announced/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hundreds of pupils from schools across Llanelli have been working hard to submit entries to this year’s competition to design the official Christmas Card of the area’s Member of Parliament, Dame Nia Griffith. Based on the theme of “Christmas of the Future”, children delighted the judging panel consisting of Natalie Powell (Jewellery Maker), Katy - [Calls for Cross-Departmental Working Group for Maintenance of Local Gypsy Traveller Sites within Pembrokeshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/calls-for-cross-departmental-working-group-for-maintenance-of-local-gypsy-traveller-sites-within-pembrokeshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call for a special group to evaluate “sustainable, inclusive, and effective practices for the maintenance of local Gypsy Traveller sites within the county” will be considered by Pembrokeshire councillors next year. In a notice of motion before the December meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembroke Monkton and St Mary South councillor Aaron Carey - [Petition calls on Pembrokeshire Council to cut ties with companies connected with Israel's War on Gaza](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/petition-calls-on-pembrokeshire-council-to-cut-ties-with-companies-connected-with-israels-war-on-gaza/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call for Pembrokeshire County Council to join other west Wales authorities in calling for its pension funds to be divested from companies profiting from genocide is to be heard by councillors. Recently, a call for Ceredigion County Council to stress it does not wish to be involved in companies connected with Israel during - [Emergency Bags to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/emergency-bags-to-support-victims-of-domestic-abuse/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new initiative to support victims of domestic abuse has seen 30 emergency bags delivered for use across the Dyfed-Powys Police area. Filled with essential items such as toiletries, non-perishable snacks, and emergency supplies, the bags are designed to offer immediate, practical help to individuals and families in crisis. The scheme supports the PCC's - [Prospect of 'Heddlu Cymru' resurfaces amid reports of Police Overhaul](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/prospect-of-heddlu-cymru-resurfaces-amid-reports-of-police-overhaul/) - [tta_listen_btn] The prospect of merging Wales’ four police forces into a single mega-force has resurfaced, as politicians scrambled to respond to reports of an overhaul of policing in the new year. Adam Price raised reports that Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is considering cutting the number of police forces in Wales and England from 43 to - [Appeal for witnesses to serious RTC in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/appeal-for-witnesses-to-serious-rtc-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a serious road traffic collision on Station Road, Llanelli at around 8.20pm yesterday evening (16 December). The collision involved a lorry and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider was taken to hospital where his condition has been described as serious but stable. The road was closed while emergency services attended the - [Young voices lead the way in tackling litter in Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/young-voices-lead-the-way-in-tackling-litter-in-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new youth-led initiative has been challenging stereotypes and putting young people at the heart of the fight against litter. The Keep Wales Tidy project, delivered in partnership with Carmarthenshire County Council, local youth groups, and community partners, set out to explore young people’s views on litter and empower them to drive positive change. - ['Urgent' review announced into foreign interference in British politics](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/urgent-review-announced-into-foreign-interference-in-british-politics/) - [tta_listen_btn] The UK government has announced an independent, urgent review into foreign financial interference in British politics, amid growing concern about overseas influence on parties, elections and public debate. The review has been commissioned by ministers and will be led by Philip Rycroft, a former senior civil servant and permanent secretary. It is expected to - [More negatives to Nant Mithil Energy Park according to report by Powys planners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/more-negatives-to-nant-mithil-energy-park-according-to-report-by-powys-planners/) - [tta_listen_btn] THERE are more negatives than positives on a proposal to build an Energy Park near Llandrindod Wells, according to report by Powys planners. At a meeting of the Powys County Council’s (PCC) Planning committee on Friday, December 19, councillors are asked to approve a Local Impact Report (LIR) drawn up by planning officers and - [Ysgol Bro Myrddin placed under lockdown following threat against pupil](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ysgol-bro-myrddin-placed-under-lockdown-following-threat-against-pupil/) - [tta_listen_btn] A school was placed into lockdown on Wednesday, December 10, following a reported threat against a pupil. Students at Ysgol Bro Myrddin in Carmarthen were prevented from leaving the premises while emergency services attended the scene, including armed Police. According to Carmarthenshire County Council, the lockdown was initiated under police instruction. A spokesperson for - [Developers Have Fully Fixed Only Four of 163 At-Risk Buildings in Wales Eight Years After Grenfell](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/developers-have-fully-fixed-only-four-of-163-at-risk-buildings-in-wales-eight-years-after-grenfell/) - [tta_listen_btn] Developers have fully fixed only four out of 163 at-risk buildings in Wales more than eight years on from the Grenfell disaster, which claimed the lives of 72 people. The warning came as the Senedd debated a building safety bill which excludes powers to enforce legally binding deadlines on developers to finish the work. - [New Parc Penprys Development Set to Ease Llanelli Crematorium Parking Pressures](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/new-parc-penprys-development-set-to-ease-llanelli-crematorium-parking-pressures/) - [tta_listen_btn] Overspill parking on the A4138 has been repeatedly highlighted by grieving families, funeral directors and local councillors for many years. Bartypower, the landowner behind the Parc Penprys scheme, is proposing a 150-space dedicated car park within safe walking distance, designed specifically to remove Crematorium traffic from the public highway and provide a safer, more - [Dyfed-Powys Police and Paladin Win Wales Safer Communities Award for Groundbreaking Stalking Victim Support](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-and-paladin-win-wales-safer-communities-award-for-groundbreaking-stalking-victim-support/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police with Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service, have been awarded the Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence category at the Wales Safer Communities Awards 2025 on 27 November at Aberystwyth University. Dyfed-Powys Police was recognised for leading this pioneering pilot programme delivering specialist support for stalking victims across the force area – - [Teenage carer sat GCSE exam hours after 3am hospital return, Senedd committee hears](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/teenage-carer-sat-gcse-exam-hours-after-3am-hospital-return-senedd-committee-hears/) - [tta_listen_btn] A teenage carer sat a GCSE exam only hours after getting home from a hospital at 3am following a family emergency, a Senedd committee has heard. The warning came as witnesses highlighted a "sink-or-swim" reality where children as young as three are taking on caring roles while feeling invisible to schools and social services. - [Llanelli MP supports Freedom from Fear campaign as survey shows high levels of retail worker abuse](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-supports-freedom-from-fear-campaign-as-survey-shows-high-levels-of-retail-worker-abuse/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, MP for Llanelli, joined with staff and campaigners at Tesco in Trostre recently to show support for frontline shopworkers who suffer from unacceptable levels of verbal abuse, threats and assaults. She gave her backing while there to retail trade union Usdaw’s call to raise public awareness of this deplorable behaviour and - [Unpaid carers 'holding their own' against broken system and lack of support](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/unpaid-carers-holding-their-own-against-broken-system-and-lack-of-support/) - [tta_listen_btn] Unpaid carers are being left to "pick up the pieces" of a broken system due to a lack of respite, unsafe hospital discharges and carer's assessments that result in "nothing at all".The warning came as the Senedd's health scrutiny committee began taking evidence for an inquiry on access to support for more than 310,000 - [Police appeal for information following collision in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-appeal-for-information-following-collision-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Police are appealing for the driver of a van, involved in a collision in Llanelli on Friday 10th October at about 5.30pm, to come forward. A report was received that a child on a scooter was involved in a collision with the side of a Mercedes Sprinter van in Talbot Street. The child was taken - [Carmarthen Station in need of Renewal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-station-in-need-of-renewal/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carmarthen Railway Station has long been a vital transport hub, linking South Wales to West and North. It has been dubbed in the past, the Gateway to West Wales. But while the station functions as an important regional interchange, its ageing condition has sparked ongoing concern, with passengers and local leaders agreeing the facilities - [£1 Evening Fare for select TawsCymru Bus Routes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/1-evening-fare-for-select-tawscymru-bus-routes/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales (TfW) is making festive travel more affordable this December with a special £1 evening fare offer on selected TrawsCymru bus routes. From 1 December 2025 until 2 January 2026, passengers can travel for just £1 on single journeys after 5pm, helping families, friends and communities come together over the Christmas period. - [Investigation into Corinna Baker Murder Continues with Suspect Released on Bail](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/investigation-into-corinna-baker-murder-continues-with-suspect-released-on-bail/) - Dyfed Powys Police officers continue to investigate the death of 21yearold Corinna Baker after her body was found at Netpool Boat Yard on Saturday, 15 November. A 29-year-old man previously arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while enquiries continue. Police confirmed the investigation remains ongoing and stressed that a bail decision - [Sledgehammer Attack on Police sees Six Charged, Fuelling Debate on Protest Across UK and Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/sledgehammer-attack-on-police-sees-six-charged-fuelling-debate-on-protest-across-uk-and-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] On 6 August 2024, six members of Palestine Action allegedly forced their way into the premises of Elbit Systems UK in Filton (Bristol area), using a repurposed prison van to breach security fences and enter the site. According to the prosecution, once inside the facility the group, dressed in red overalls and armed with - [Wales opens registration for government 'Baby Bundles' support scheme](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/wales-opens-registration-for-government-baby-bundles-support-scheme/) - [tta_listen_btn] Families in Wales can now register for support with essential baby items as part of the Baby Bundles programme, a government-funded initiative targeted primarily at expectant parents living in Flying Start support areas. The scheme, first referenced to families by midwives since September, provides a package of items intended to help parents prepare for - [Carmarthen-based darts team raises hundreds of pounds for Hywel Dda Health Charities through raffle evening](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-based-darts-team-raises-hundreds-of-pounds-for-hywel-dda-health-charities-through-raffle-evening/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nicola Jones and the rest of the Carmarthen and District Ladies Winter Darts League chose to raise money for Glangwili Hospital's Cilgerran Ward by organising a charity evening and raffle, which was held on the 30th September, with all proceeds going to the children's ward. Organiser Nicola was in charge of selling raffle tickets on - [Tragedy strikes as body of PC Rehaan recovered from Bristol Harbour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/tragedy-strikes-as-body-of-pc-rehaan-recovered-from-bristol-harbour/) - [tta_listen_btn] PC Rehaan Akhtar, from Llanelli, in Wales, disappeared on a night out with friends in Bristol and was last seen at around 01:00 GMT on Sunday near the city's harbourside. His body was recovered on Monday. South Wales Police have issued the following statement: It is with immense sadness that we confirm the news - [Burry Port RNLI rescues crew of vessel in distress](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/burry-port-rnli-rescues-crew-of-vessel-in-distress/) - [tta_listen_btn] In the late hours of 23rd November, Burry Port RNLI volunteers carried out a challenging rescue after shore crew spotted a small vessel in difficulty close to the lifeboat station. The incident occurred in complete darkness, with rough surf conditions adding urgency to the response. At the time of the sighting, the station’s Atlantic - [Former Library Transformed into Vibrant Community Centre in Llwynhendy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/former-library-transformed-into-vibrant-community-centre-in-llwynhendy/) - Llanelli Rural Council has officially completed renovation works at the former branch library in Llwynhendy, transforming the facility into a vibrant community hub now known as Canolfan Llwynhendy. The newly redeveloped centre will offer a broad range of services and amenities, including meeting rooms, a café, an automated library service, housing and employment advice, training - [Cloudflare Outage Temporarily Blocks ChatGPT, X, and Other Web Services](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/cloudflare-outage-temporarily-blocks-chatgpt-x-and-other-web-services/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cloudflare, a leading web infrastructure and security company, is currently experiencing service disruptions impacting several of its platforms, including the Cloudflare Dashboard, Access, WARP, and broader application services. Some customers have reported difficulties logging in or using these services. The outage has also affected third-party applications that rely on Cloudflare’s infrastructure. Most notably, users - [Snow and Ice Warning issued for Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/95452/) - Carmarthenshire remains under ongoing rain warnings, with heavy and persistent rainfall continuing to affect many parts of the county. The Met Office reports that 30–50 mm of rain is likely in places, with higher totals possible over elevated terrain. With ground conditions already saturated, the likelihood of surface water flooding and challenging travel conditions remains - [Parish Councillor Under Fire After Backing Controversial Housing Development in Cynwyl Elfed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/parish-councillor-under-fire-after-backing-controversial-housing-development-in-cynwyl-elfed/) - [tta_listen_btn] Tensions have erupted in the rural village of Cynwyl Elfed after local parish councillor Elfed Davies stood alone in support of a hotly opposed housing development, defying the wishes of an overwhelming majority of the community and raising questions of potential conflicts of interest. During a heated council meeting, Cllr Elfed Davies was the - [Police Launch Murder Investigation following discovery of Corinna Baker](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-launch-murder-investigation-following-discovery-of-corinna-baker/) - [tta_listen_btn] A murder investigation is under way in West Wales after 21-year-old Corinna Baker was found dead at a boat yard in Cardigan, prompting police appeals for information and the arrest of a 29-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Body Discovered at Netpool Boat Yard Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that officers were called to Netpool Boat - ['Much loved and greatly missed,' family of Corinna Baker pay Tribute](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/much-loved-and-greatly-missed-family-of-corinna-baker-pay-tribute/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following the tragic news that 21-year-old Corinna Baker was discovered dead at the Netpool Boat Yard in Cardigan, her family have urged anyone with information to come forward.Her family said, “We as a family are distraught at the loss of our beloved Corinna” “She was much loved and she will be greatly missed by - [Road Traffic Collision takes life of Motorcycle Rider near Llannon](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/road-traffic-collision-takes-life-of-motorcycle-rider-near-llannon/) - [tta_listen_btn] APPEAL | Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for witnesses who may have information about a fatal collision on Heol Y Plas, the A476 (Cross Hands to Llannon), which occurred sometime between 8.45pm and 9.15pm on Saturday, October 25. The collision involved a single vehicle, a red Yamaha motorcycle. Sadly, the male rider died at the - [MP for Carmarthen visits businesses affected by flooding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/mp-for-carmarthen-visits-businesses-affected-by-flooding/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Friday 14 November 2025, Ann Davies the Member of Parliament for Caerfyrddin, visited businesses in Carmarthen that were severely affected by the recent flooding caused by heavy rainfall and the rising Tywi river. Ann had previously visited one of the local businesses during the height of the flooding to offer support and to see the - [Woman Jailed After Arson Attack at Swansea City McDonald's](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/woman-jailed-after-arson-attack-at-swansea-city-mcdonalds/) - [tta_listen_btn] A woman from Swansea has been jailed after setting a fire inside the city centre’s McDonald’s restaurant. 39-year-old Leah Hocking, of no fixed abode, entered the fast-food restaurant at Castle Square on March 4, before proceeding to light a fire on a table. She also stole a mobile phone from another diner at the - [Dyfed-Powys Police Backs 'Own The Night' Campaign](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-backs-own-the-night-campaign/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police has backed a campaign aiming to make running safer for women this winter. Own The Night / Ein Nos Ni, a national campaign launched by Welsh Athletics that both recognises and hopes to lessen the growing concerns women have about their safety while running in the dark. The campaign aims to: • - [LIDL Plans for Tenby Submitted to County Planners](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/lidl-plans-for-tenby-submitted-to-county-planners/) - [tta_listen_btn] A formal scheme for a new store on the edge of Tenby by retail giant Lidl has been submitted to Pembrokeshire planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Lidl GB Ltd, through agent CarneySweeney, seeks permission for a new 1,969sqm store on land at Park House Court, Narberth Road, New Hedges/Tenby, to the - [Woman Charged FollowingAssault in Llanelli Town Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/woman-charged-following-assault-in-llanelli-town-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] A woman has been charged and brought before a court following an assault in Llanelli town centre Officers responded to a report of an assault on Stepney Street at around 4pm on Wednesday, October 15. The victims, a man aged 46 and a woman aged 45, were walking through the town centre, when they - [Llanelli Poppy Appeal: RBL Calls for Volunteers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-poppy-appeal-rbl-calls-for-volunteers/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Llanelli branch of the Royal British Legion (RBL) is calling for volunteers to help with this year’s Poppy Appeal, as it looks to build on last year’s record total of more than £21,800 raised locally. The branch will launch its 2025 appeal with a pop-up shop at 1 Stepney Precinct (the former EE - [19-year-old Cory Jones Sentenced Over 69 Counts of Sexual Offences Against Minors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/19-year-old-cory-jones-sentenced-over-69-counts-of-sexual-offences-against-minors/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cory Jones, a 19-year-old of Rees Street, Treorchy, has been sentenced today to a total of eight years for committing 69 sexual or related offences against minors. The offences occurred throughout 2024, when Jones was aged 17 and 18, and involved 37 victims, ranging in age from 10 to 16 years old. The charges - [Llanelli MP Nia Griffith Supports Plans for Clean Energy Jobs Boom in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-nia-griffith-supports-plans-for-clean-energy-jobs-boom-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dame Nia Griffith, MP for Llanelli has today supported plans for a clean energy jobs boom in Wales, which is set to create 15,000 new jobs by 2030. Labour’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan shows how demand for clean energy workers is set to soar with historic levels of investment in clean energy. The first-of-a-kind - [Call for More Rail Investment in West Wales Includes Reopening Amman Valley Line](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/call-for-more-rail-investment-in-west-wales-includes-reopening-amman-valley-line/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call for more rail investment in west Wales, including the reopening of the Amman Valley Line, has received unanimous backing from Carmarthenshire councillors. They found common ground in a motion claiming that Wales is not receiving its fair share of UK rail funding, with concerns that most investment is concentrated in the south-east - [Llanelli Man Nicknamed 'Hillbilly' Jailed After Police Find Secret Drugs Stash in Llanelli Lockup](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-man-nicknamed-hillbilly-jailed-after-police-find-secret-drugs-stash-in-llanelli-lockup/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Llanelli man nicknamed “Hillbilly” has been jailed for three years and ordered to hand over £46,000 in drug money after police caught him hiding cocaine and cannabis in a storage locker. Matthew Davies, of Dwyfor, Llanelli, was arrested following a routine patrol on Saturday, 13 September, when police community support officers (PCSOs) noticed - [Llanelli MP hails £1.1bn Defence Investment as an “Engine for Growth” in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-hails-1-1bn-defence-investment-as-an-engine-for-growth-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli’s Member of Parliament, Dame Nia Griffith said today that Defence investment can be an “engine for growth in Wales” as figures show the UK Labour government has spent £1.1bn in the last year in Wales’ defence industry. It comes as the Labour Government publishes a new ‘UK Defence Footprint’ publication, showing the government’s - ['Have a Safe and Spooktacular Halloween,' - Welsh Ambulance Service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/have-a-safe-and-spooktacular-halloween-welsh-ambulance-service/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Ambulance Service is encouraging people across Wales to enjoy Halloween festivities with care and consideration, as the period traditionally marks one of the busiest times of the year for emergency responders. Call Volumes Surge Over Halloween Period Between 31 October and 5 November last year, the Welsh Ambulance Service received 7,050 emergency - [Police Say Threat Against Dafen CP School Involved Knives](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-say-threat-against-dafen-cp-school-involved-knives/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police are now able to disclose that the threat against Dafen CP School was received online and suggested individuals attending the school with knives on Monday, 3 November. A critical incident was called because of the threat, and we have worked closely with Carmarthenshire County Council on the response - including the decision - [Caerphilly Launches Annual 'Operation Santa' Appeal](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/caerphilly-launches-annual-operation-santa-appeal/) - [tta_listen_btn] Caerphilly County Borough Council's annual 'Operation Santa' appeal launches today and will remain open until Friday 28th November. Caerphilly County Borough Council's annual 'Operation Santa' appeal launches today and will remain open until Friday 28th November. Hundreds of children across the borough are at risk of not receiving a gift this Christmas. Operation Santa aims to - [Nia Griffith MP Issues Statement Following Flooding Across Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/nia-griffith-mp-issues-statement-following-flooding-across-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following the unprecedented levels of flooding across Carmarthenshire, Nia Griffith MP of Llanelli has issued the following statement: "The flooding overnight across parts of Carmarthenshire has caused great distress, disruption and damage in many parts of the area. "My thanks go to the emergency services, the local authority and all those who provided - [Plaid Cymru MS Calls for Welsh Government Support for Carmarthenshire Flood](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plaid-cymru-ms-calls-for-welsh-government-support-for-carmarthenshire-flood/) - [tta_listen_btn] Adam Price MS has called on the Welsh Government to support flood victims in Carmarthenshire and to prioritise future preventative measures. The Plaid Cymru Member, who represents Carmarthen East & Dinefwr, raised the issue with the Deputy First Minister in the Senedd during topical questions. Many parts of Carmarthenshire have been affected by severe - [Sudden Death in Newcastle Emlyn Prompts Police Investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/sudden-death-in-newcastle-emlyn-prompts-police-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] Police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a man at a property on Station Road, Newcastle Emlyn. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said officers were called to the address at around 12pm on Sunday after reports of an unresponsive person. Ambulance services were already in attendance when police arrived. “Despite emergency - [Rapist Jailed for Committing Multiple Child Sex Offences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/rapist-jailed-for-committing-multiple-child-sex-offences/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been jailed after committing child sex offences. Mohammed Raihan, aged 22, from Swansea city centre, committed several sexual offences against a teenage victim in July 2024. Raihan later contacted the victim to threaten her to drop the proceedings and her complaint against him. Raihan pleaded not guilty to all - [Welsh Gov Back Paddles on Promise to 'Ban' Lying Politicians](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/welsh-gov-back-paddles-on-promise-to-ban-lying-politicians/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has rowed back on a promise to bring in a ban on lying politicians – a commitment previously made to avoid defeat in a key Senedd vote. Welsh ministers had promised to introduce a law before the next election to disqualify Senedd members and candidates found guilty of deliberate deception. However, - [Senedd Calls for Plastic-wrapped Veg Ban Amid Health Fears](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-calls-for-plastic-wrapped-veg-ban-amid-health-fears/) - [tta_listen_btn] Alarming health warnings that micro plastics are being found in human brains, blood and breastmilk sparked calls for a ban on single-use plastic on fresh fruit and vegetables. Rhys ab Owen, who sits as an independent, brought forward a cross-party proposal to ban the use of "unnecessary" single-use plastic packaging for fruit and veg. - [Recent Flooding Across Wales Sparks Renewed Demand for Better Flood Defences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/recent-flooding-across-wales-sparks-renewed-demand-for-better-flood-defences/) - [tta_listen_btn] The recent flooding in mid and south west Wales, which was escalated to a ‘major incident’ requiring fire services to rescue people from homes and vehicles, and a ‘threat to life’ has drawn responses from Greenpeace UK who are calling for better protection against an increased risk in flooding. Emily Black, Greenpeace UK spokesperson, - [UK Gov to Abolish Police and Crime Commissioners by 2028](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/uk-gov-to-abolish-police-and-crime-commissioners-by-2028/) - [tta_listen_btn] The UK Government has confirmed that the role of Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) will be abolished at the end of the current term in 2028, marking the most significant change to policing governance in more than a decade. A Major Shift in Police Oversight Ministers say the move is part of a wider - [Storm Claudia Triggers Amber and Yellow Weather Warnings across England and Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/storm-claudia-triggers-amber-and-yellow-weather-warnings-across-england-and-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) is urging the public to take extra precautions ahead of Storm Claudia, which is set to lash England and Wales with torrential rain and fierce winds on Friday. Amber weather warnings are in force for parts of east Wales, the Midlands, and eastern England, with - [Llanelli MP Welcomes News of War Memorial Investments](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-mp-welcomes-news-of-war-memorial-investments/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has welcomed news that the UK Labour Government will be investing an additional £2 million to protect and maintain war memorials across the country - ensuring that the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces are never forgotten. War memorials are a vital part of our local - [Man Posing as Rear Admiral at Remembrance Parade Faces Backlash](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/man-posing-as-highly-decorated-rear-admiral-at-llandudno-remembrance-draws-heated-backlash/) - [tta_listen_btn] What was meant to be a solemn Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Llandudno turned into a flashpoint for veterans after a man in a rear admiral’s uniform, bedecked with a row of highly questionable medals, joined the wreath-laying. The individual, later identified as Jonathan David Carley, has sparked outrage from the armed forces community, who claim - [Homelessness among Veterans labelled 'national disgrace'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/homelessness-among-veterans-labelled-national-disgrace/) - [tta_listen_btn] Veteran homelessness has been labelled a "national disgrace" as the Senedd debated Conservative calls for ex-service personnel to be given priority for social housing. James Evans warned it was unacceptable to have veterans sleeping on the streets, arguing that guaranteeing them a home should be a matter of "principle, not paperwork". Calls for Priority - [Racial slur leads to 14-day suspension for Reform MS](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/racial-slur-leads-to-14-day-suspension-for-reform-ms/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Reform UK politician who used a racial slur to describe Chinese people faces a two-week suspension after being found to have brought the Senedd into disrepute. Laura Anne Jones, who jumped ship from the Tories to Reform over the summer, also breached the Welsh Parliament's rules on discrimination, an investigation found. But she - [Scheme for 50 homes in Pembrokeshire town refused](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/scheme-for-50-homes-in-pembrokeshire-town-refused/) - [tta_listen_btn] A scheme for 50 homes in a Pembrokeshire town, which was put on hold temporarily last month, has been refused despite a call for it to remain paused. In an application recommended for refusal at the October, and now November, meetings of Pembrokeshire County Council’s planning committee, South Meadow Homes Ltd sought permission for - [Coal Tip Safety Work underway in three areas of Rhondda Cynon Taf](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/coal-tip-safety-work-underway-in-three-areas-of-rhondda-cynon-taf/) - [tta_listen_btn] Work is getting under way in three areas of Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) in relation to coal tip safety. The council has recently given updates on works that are starting in Cwmbach, Clydach Vale, and Mountain Ash. These works are funded through the £11.49m allocation from the Welsh Government’s coal tip safety grant which - [Plans for rooftop bar and 158-bedroom hotel approved for Cardiff City Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plans-for-rooftop-bar-and-158-bedroom-hotel-approved-for-cardiff-city-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans to remodel a group of Cardiff city centre buildings to create a new hotel that features a roof-top pavilion and sky-bar have been approved by the council. The proposals will see a four storey roof-top extension added to buildings at the end of Queen Street, above ground floor units that are currently operated - [Council Weighs Changes to Next Phases of £218m Pentre Awel Development After Leisure Centre Success](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/council-weighs-changes-to-next-phases-of-218m-pentre-awel-development-after-leisure-centre-success/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hundreds of people have signed up for gym and swimming membership at Llanelli’s new multi-million-pound leisure centre but a big change in how the wider site is developed is under discussion. The new leisure centre opened last month and is the centrepiece of the first phase of the £200m-plus Pentre Awel development spread across - [Cynwyl Elfed’s Disappearing Cyclists: A484 Traffic Surge Puts Rural Wales Off Course](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cynwyl-elfeds-disappearing-cyclists-a484-traffic-surge-puts-rural-wales-off-course/) - [tta_listen_btn] A sharp rise in motor traffic along the A484 near Cynwyl Elfed is raising fresh concerns about air quality, safety, and the slow pace of sustainable transport progress in rural Carmarthenshire. New data from the Department for Transport shows that daily vehicle numbers have grown steadily since 2008, while cycling has completely disappeared from - [Oriel Myrddin Gallery set to reopen following major redevelopment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/oriel-myrddin-gallery-set-to-reopen-following-major-redevelopment/) - [tta_listen_btn] This month marks a new chapter for Oriel Myrddin as the gallery in Carmarthen reopens following a major redevelopment, relaunching on 22 November 2025 with the exhibition GWRACH | WITCH Clive Hicks-Jenkins: A Fairy Tale Retold. Gwrach | Witch | Clive Hicks-Jenkins: A Fairy Tale Retold invites you into the enchanted vision of one - [Carmarthen Kings Triumph Over Llanelli Steelers in SWBA Cup Derby Thriller](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-kings-triumph-over-llanelli-steelers-in-swba-cup-derby-thriller/) - Pictured: top row left to right: Andrei Remec,Terence Villamora, Junior Manhede, Tal Remec, George Spencer, Giacomo Moretti, Zack Daniel, bottom row: Aldreich Carbonel, Jerom Kaitharam, Jonty Toland, Harvey Carmody, Kwaku Asibey-Berko, Mckenzie Callard [tta_listen_btn] The iconic Carmarthenshire basketball rivalry was reignited on Friday 24th October at UWTSD Sports Centre as Carmarthen Kings held off Llanelli Steelers 64–54 in an intense SWBA - [Critical Bleed Control Kits to Be Installed at Eight Llanelli Town Council Sites](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/critical-bleed-control-kits-to-be-installed-at-eight-llanelli-town-council-sites/) - [tta_listen_btn] Emergency critical bleed control kits will soon be installed at eight Llanelli Town Council sites as part of a new public safety initiative spearheaded by Labour councillor Shaun Greaney. Lliedi ward councillor Greaney introduced the lifesaving proposal to the council’s Labour group, which he said received “overwhelming support.” Military Grade Kits Backed by Local - [ Crowds Brave Rain to Honour the Fallen Across Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/crowds-brave-rain-to-honour-the-fallen-across-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Despite relentless rain, residents across Carmarthenshire turned out in force on Sunday to pay tribute to those who served and died in conflict. In Carmarthen, the town’s annual Remembrance Service began at 9.so am with a parade from Guildhall Square to St Peter’s Church, where hundreds of people, veterans, civic leaders, families, and uniformed - ["My thoughts are with all those affected by the flooding" - Ann Davies, MP for Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/my-thoughts-are-with-all-those-affected-by-the-flooding-ann-davies-mp-for-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following the flooding across Carmarthenshire, MP for Carmarthen Ann Davies has issued the following statement in support of those affected by the floods: "My thoughts are with all those affected by the severe flooding across Caerfyrddin. The scale of the devastation has been significant, with major incidents causing serious damage to homes, businesses, vital - [Torrential Rain Brings Devastation Across Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/torrential-rain-brings-devastation-across-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Communities across Carmarthenshire are counting the cost after torrential rain swept through the county, flooding homes, businesses, and farmland. Roads were closed, emergency services stretched, and residents left reeling as rivers burst their banks in what many described as the worst flooding they’d ever seen. Shock as Cynwyl Elfed Hit by Flash Flooding In - [Residents Urged to Avoid Travel Amid Worsening Flood Conditions in Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/residents-urged-to-avoid-travel-amid-worsening-flood-conditions-in-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents of Carmarthenshire and motorists are being strongly advised not to travel in and around Carmarthen and other low-lying areas of Carmarthenshire due to rising river levels and surface flooding caused by continuous heavy rainfall. Flood warnings have been issued for the River Towy, including the Carmarthen Quay and Old Llangunnor Road areas, as - [Times and Dates of Remembrance Services across Caerphilly County Borough](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/times-and-dates-of-remembrance-services-across-caerphilly-county-borough/) - [tta_listen_btn] This year, Remembrance Sunday falls on November 9 and services to mark the occasion will take place across Caerphilly County Borough. As Armistice Day approaches, it is a time to reflect and remember those we have lost in service and show our support to serving and former members of the Armed Forces and their - [Llanelli Market Traders React to Possible Relocation Plans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-market-traders-react-to-possible-relocation-plans/) - [tta_listen_btn] Markets hold particular attachment for traders and shoppers and that certainly seems to be the case in Llanelli, where talk of relocation prompts varying reactions. On an autumn weekday traders at the indoor market were providing that personal touch, showing a couple of elderly ladies where bath sponges were on display, guiding a man - [Overnight Engineering Works Between Carmarthen and Llanelli Scheduled for January 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/overnight-engineering-works-between-carmarthen-and-llanelli-scheduled-for-january-2026/) - [tta_listen_btn] Network Rail has announced that overnight engineering work will take place between Carmarthen and Llanelli in January 2026. The work is scheduled to run from Monday evening (o5 January) until Friday morning (09 January), as part of a programme of essential maintenance and improvement works designed to ensure the continued safety and reliability of - [Survey launched for disabled people on Welfare Reforms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/survey-launched-for-disabled-people-on-welfare-reforms/) - [tta_listen_btn] Sioned Williams MS, Plaid Cymru Member of Senedd for South Wales West, has launched a survey to find out the views of people in the region she represents on changes being made by the UK Labour Government to support for disabled people. Wales has a higher proportion of people receiving disability benefits than many - [Welsh Ambulance urges safety and caution ahead of Bonfire Night](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/welsh-ambulance-urges-safety-and-caution-ahead-of-bonfire-night/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE Welsh Ambulance Service is urging people to stay safe this Bonfire Night. The Welsh Ambulance Service is reminding people across Wales to celebrate safely this Bonfire Night as emergency crews prepare for one of the busiest evenings of the year. Bonfire Night traditionally sees a sharp increase in calls to both 999 and - [Cynwyl Elfed Launches Community Air Quality Monitoring Project](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cynwyl-elfed-launches-community-air-quality-monitoring-project/) - The village of Cynwyl Elfed in Carmarthenshire has launched a new air quality monitoring project to track pollution levels and promote cleaner, healthier air for residents and visitors. The initiative, which officially went live on November 1st, 2025, was funded entirely by local residents and marks a major step forward in the community’s commitment to - [Dafen CP School Closed Following Online Threats](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/dafen-cp-school-closed-following-online-threats/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dafen CP School in Llanelli has been closed today after threatening messages were made online during the early hours of the morning. According to Dyfed-Powys Police, information was received at around 2:30am that required immediate safeguarding action. Working closely with Carmarthenshire County Council, a decision was made to close the school for the day - [Transport for Wales to offer Free Travel to Military Personnel over Remembrance period](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/transport-for-wales-to-offer-free-travel-to-military-personnel-over-remembrance-period/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales is offering free travel on rail services and all TrawsCymru bus services for military personnel during this year's Remembrance period. As part of an industry-wide initiative, the offer of free travel is open to serving military personnel and veterans. Eligible individuals will be entitled to free travel on all Transport for - [Backlash Over WRU Plans to Cut West Wales Professional Rugby Teams](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/backlash-over-wru-plans-to-cut-west-wales-professional-rugby-teams/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is facing strong criticism following proposals to reduce the number of professional rugby teams in West Wales from two to one. The plans, announced on Friday, would see the Scarlets and Ospreys effectively competing for survival as part of a national restructuring of the professional game. Concerns Over Fan - [Concerns Mount Over Dangers of Lagoon and 31 New Homes in Cynwyl Elfed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/concerns-mount-over-dangers-of-lagoon-and-31-new-homes-in-cynwyl-elfed/) - Cynwyl Elfed showing the gradient from the proposed lagoon to the homes below. Pic Elkanah Evans [tta_listen_btn] Residents in Cynwyl Elfed have raised serious safety concerns over plans to build 31 new homes on land off Surgeon Street, where developers also propose a Sustainable Drainage System SuDS lagoon positioned some 60 feet above existing homes - [McMakeover for Swansea's bustling McDonald's Building](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/mcmakover-for-swanseas-bustling-mcdonalds-building/) - [tta_listen_btn] A DRAB-LOOKING city centre block in Swansea partially occupied by a McDonald’s restaurant could be given a major new lease of life. Plans have been submitted to Swansea Council to upgrade the building, add a five-storey extension at one end and create a new upper floor along the rest of the block. The new-look - [Plaid Cymru Steps Up for Ammanford: Fighting for Banking Hub After Lloyds Exit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plaid-cymru-steps-up-for-ammanford-fighting-for-banking-hub-after-lloyds-exit/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plaid Cymru representatives are leading efforts to secure a permanent Banking Hub in Ammanford, following Lloyds Bank's decision to close its branch on Quay Street on 12 January 2026. The closure will leave Ammanford without a full-service bank - a major blow not only to the town itself, but to the wider Amman Valley. The - [Llanelli Businesses invited to take part in Annual Christmas Window Competition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-businesses-invited-to-take-part-in-annual-christmas-window-competition/) - [tta_listen_btn] The festive season is nearly here, and Llanelli is ready to shine. The Llanelli Chamber of Trade and Commerce is once again inviting local businesses to take part in its beloved Annual Christmas Window Competition, encouraging traders to dress their shopfronts in festive style and help bring seasonal cheer to the town centre. Each year, the - [Carmarthen Town Square Set for Landscape Overhaul Under Latest Council Plans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-town-square-set-for-landscape-overhaul-under-latest-council-plans/) - [tta_listen_btn] Trees, shrubs, pergolas and benches feature in the latest plans to revamp a square in Carmarthen. Paths with different types of paving would also take shape in the area off Jackson’s Lane if Carmarthenshire Council’s proposals are given planning approval. The informal square, bordered by Jackson’s Lane and Chapel Street and linking to King - [Overall School Attendance in Carmarthenshire remains lowest in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/overall-school-attendance-in-carmarthenshire-remains-lowest-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Overall school attendance in Carmarthenshire remains the lowest in Wales, a council meeting heard. Across the county, provisional attendance rates in March 2025 were: 88% for secondary schools 92.7% for primary schools Although slightly below the Welsh average, a report presented to the council’s Education, Young People and Welsh Language Scrutiny Committee placed Carmarthenshire - [Extended shutdown of Tata Steel sites brings 'catastrophic' pay cuts to Steelworkers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/extended-shutdown-of-tata-steel-sites-brings-catastrophic-pay-cuts-to-steelworkers/) - [tta_listen_btn] Steelworkers are facing "catastrophic" pay cuts of more than a third over Christmas due to an extended shutdown at three Tata Steel sites in Wales, the Senedd has heard. David Rees, who chairs the Senedd's cross-party group on steel, warned the 65% pay packets would be disastrous for families still reeling from thousands of - [Labour MP Nia Griffith urges local businesses to speak up amid Late Payment Scourge](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/labour-mp-nia-griffith-urges-local-businesses-to-speak-up-amid-late-payment-scourge/) - [tta_listen_btn] Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has urged local businesses in the area that are being choked by late payments to speak up and help with the introduction of new laws to tackle the problem. Dame Nia is supporting calls for new laws to ensure small businesses are paid on time and wants - [](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/94953/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has unveiled its £27bn spending plans as a high-stakes budget showdown looms, with billions of pounds for public services teetering on a knife edge. Mark Drakeford has today (October 14) outlined the draft 2026/27 budget which funds everything from health and education to culture, councils and the environment in Wales. His - [](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/94953/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government has unveiled its £27bn spending plans as a high-stakes budget showdown looms, with billions of pounds for public services teetering on a knife edge. Mark Drakeford has today (October 14) outlined the draft 2026/27 budget which funds everything from health and education to culture, councils and the environment in Wales. His - [Reform Councillor’s Social Media Post Sparks Criticism from Llanelli Town Council](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/reform-councillors-social-media-post-sparks-criticism-from-llanelli-town-council/) - [tta_listen_btn] A social media post by Reform UK councillor Michelle Beer has drawn sharp criticism from Llanelli Town Council leaders, who accuse her of misunderstanding how public services are run in the town. Cllr Beer, who represents the Lliedi ward on Carmarthenshire County Council, invited residents on Facebook to suggest ideas for “children’s playgrounds, youth - [Vandalism Strikes Burry Port Playground, Delaying Fun for Children](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/vandalism-strikes-burry-port-playground-delaying-fun-for-children/) - [tta_listen_btn] Burry Port Memorial Park Playground has fallen victim to vandalism, delaying the completion of a space designed for children and families to enjoy. Freshly poured concrete has been ripped from a protected pit, fencing clamps have been forced open, safety signs smashed, and a makeshift cycle ramp constructed from damaged materials. This deliberate act - [National Library on High Alert over Cyber Attacks](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/national-library-on-high-alert-over-cyber-attacks/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales’ digital treasures, viewed more than 1.5 billion times, face a threat similar to the “catastrophic” cyber attack that left part of the British Library’s website offline for two years. The stark warning came from Rhodri Llwyd Morgan, chief executive of the National Library of Wales, during a Senedd culture committee hearing on Wednesday - [Wales qualify for Para Lawn Bowls at Glasgow CWG 2026](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wales-qualify-for-para-lawn-bowls-at-glasgow-cwg-2026/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales have officially qualified for the Para Lawn Bowls competition at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, joining seven other nations in what promises to be one of the most exciting and inclusive events of the Games. Athletes from Australia, England, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Scotland, and Wales will compete across three disciplines: - [Llanelli Town AFC Becomes First Welsh Club to Launch on Republic Europe](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-town-afc-becomes-first-welsh-club-to-launch-on-republic-europe/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli Town AFC has become the first football club in Wales to launch on Republic Europe, the sports investment platform that allows fans and investors worldwide to own equity stakes in professional clubs. The partnership opens up a new era for Llanelli Town, providing fresh opportunities for supporter engagement and sustainable financing in the Welsh game. - [Council Backs Safety Measures at Llanelli Accident Blackspot](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/council-backs-safety-measures-at-llanelli-accident-blackspot/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans to improve safety at one of Llanelli’s busiest and most accident-prone roads have been approved by councillors. Traffic calming measures and other interventions will be introduced at Station Road and New Dock Road following a series of serious collisions in recent years. Llanelli Town Council deputy leader Andre McPherson said the decision to - [Wishes, Wands and Whistles: Halloween Comes to Llanelli’s Heritage Railway](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/wishes-wands-and-whistles-halloween-comes-to-llanellis-heritage-railway/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway will once again embrace the Halloween spirit this autumn with a family-friendly event at its Cynheidre base on Sunday, 26 October 2025, from 3pm to 7pm. Visitors can look forward to a range of themed activities, including unlimited spooky train rides, a Haunted House, and a scavenger hunt. - [West Wales warm hubs offered help for winter](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/west-wales-warm-hubs-offered-help-for-winter/) - [tta_listen_btn] Community efforts to tackle fuel poverty and keep people in West Wales warm this winter are being offered free financial support from National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED). Money is being made available to run warm spaces and improve the energy efficiency of community buildings, such as village halls, that are hosting them. National Grid - [Labour brands Reform UK councillor’s BBC interview “one of the worst ever”](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/labour-brands-reform-uk-councillors-bbc-interview-one-of-the-worst-ever/) - [tta_listen_btn] A senior Welsh Labour councillor has sharply criticised Reform UK’s Gareth Beer after what he described as a “shockingly inadequate” TV appearance on BBC Wales. Beer, Reform’s Carmarthenshire chairman and a councillor in Kidwelly, appeared on Politics Wales on Sunday. The interview comes less than a year after he came within 1,504 votes of - [Hopes for Commonwealth Games in Wales dashed by underinvestment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/hopes-for-commonwealth-games-in-wales-dashed-by-underinvestment/) - [tta_listen_btn] The dream of hosting another Commonwealth Games on Welsh soil is currently impossible due to decades of underinvestment in Wales' sporting facilities, a committee has heard. Sport Wales chair Tanni Grey-Thompson said: "It's important we have events in Wales. Sadly, I don't think we could ever probably host the Commonwealth Games." Pressed about why, - [Dangerous driver who seriously injured four-year-old girl in Carmarthen jailed for 10 months](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dangerous-driver-who-seriously-injured-four-year-old-girl-in-carmarthen-jailed-for-10-months/) - [tta_listen_btn] A driver whose actions on 20th February 2023 led to the serious injury of a four-year-old girl has been sentenced to 10 months imprisonment and given a 20-month driving disqualification. 48-year-old Jolanta Motiejuniene, of Lesley Street, Port Talbot was found guilty of causing serious injury by careless driving following a trial, and was sentenced at - [Llanelli Councillor Accuses Reform and Conservatives of ‘Hypocrisy’ Over Refugee Policy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-councillor-accuses-reform-and-conservatives-of-hypocrisy-over-refugee-policy/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Llanelli town councillor has accused Reform UK and Conservative politicians of hypocrisy over their criticism of the Welsh Government’s Nation of Sanctuary policy, which has supported thousands of Ukrainian refugees since the start of the war with Russia. Councillor Shaun Greaney, a Labour representative, said comments made by Reform’s Carmarthenshire chair Gareth Beer - [Scarlet Fans to hold March in Llanelli as WRU Considers Future of Welsh Rugby Regions](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/scarlet-fans-to-hold-march-in-llanelli-as-wru-considers-future-of-welsh-rugby-regions/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Saturday 27 September 2025, Scarlets fans will be walking from the old Stradey Park rugby posts to Parc y Scarlets, before the first game of the season at home to Munster. The march will be starting at 1.00pm from Sandy Water Park in Llanelli, and will be starting with a personal message from - [Prince Philip Hospital's MIU will be developed into Urgent Care Treatment Centre](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/prince-philip-hospitals-miu-will-be-developed-into-urgent-care-treatment-centre/) - [tta_listen_btn] Prince Philip Hospital Minor Injury Unit will be developed into an Urgent Care Treatment Centre, Hywel Dda University Health Board decided, following consultation with the community, at a Board meeting today (Thursday 25 September). The chosen option (4a) was developed with the help of the community. It means the existing Minor Injury Unit and - [How a £1m Crypto Sting on a High-Profile Entrepreneur Exposes the Scams Hitting Welsh Households](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/how-a-1m-crypto-sting-on-a-high-profile-entrepreneur-exposes-the-scams-hitting-welsh-households/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 them. Not many pensioners in Carmarthenshire have that kind of money in their bank - [Feedback on future of MIU at Prince Philip Hospital to be considered at Public Board](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/feedback-on-future-of-miu-at-prince-philip-hospital-to-be-considered-at-public-board/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board, following a public consultation, will decide the future of the Minor Injury Unit (MIU) at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, at a Board meeting next Thursday (25 September 2025). The Minor Injury Unit has been operating under temporary opening hours, 8am-8pm, since November 2024. This was to protect patient and - [Remembering Jim Griffiths: The Collier Who Built Britain’s Welfare State and Fought for Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/remembering-jim-griffiths-the-collier-who-built-britains-welfare-state-and-fought-for-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] First Minister Eluned Morgan has paid tribute to the late Jim Griffiths, Llanelli’s Labour MP credited with creating Britain’s modern social security system — a model once described as “the envy of the civilised world.” At a commemorative event at Llanelly House, marking 50 years since Griffiths’s passing, the FM unveiled a plaque at - [Exciting Plans for New Town Centre Museum and Creative Quarter in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/exciting-plans-for-new-town-centre-museum-and-creative-quarter-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli could soon boast a new town centre museum and Creative Quarter thanks to an ambitious vision from local artists and volunteers. The group behind the initiative, the John Street Project, aims to transform and beautify John Street, acquiring the old, empty Post Office building to create a home for local art and history. - [Begelly Caravan Park Expansion Offers Upgraded Staycations for Families](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/begelly-caravan-park-expansion-offers-upgraded-staycations-for-families/) - [tta_listen_btn] A call to change to use of land at Pembrokeshire caravan park from touring to static units has been submitted to county planners. In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, I & J Leisure Ltd, through agent Gerald Blain Associates Limited seeks permission for a change of use of land for the relocation of - [Welsh Motorsport and Supercar Festival returns to Pembrey Circuit](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/welsh-motorsport-and-supercar-festival-returns-to-pembrey-circuit/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Sunday, September 21st, Pembrey Circuit will roar to life as the highly anticipated Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival arrives for a full day of high-octane action. From rare and exotic supercars to thrilling motorsport demonstrations, the event promises excitement for adrenaline-seekers and a fun-filled day out for the whole family. The Man Behind - [Plaid Cymru lead narrowly in the polls for May Senedd Election](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/plaid-cymru-lead-narrowly-in-the-polls-for-may-senedd-election/) - [tta_listen_btn] According to recent polls, there are indications that Plaid Cymru is just narrowly leading in Wales for the upcoming Senedd election with Labour falling even further behind and Reform hot on Plaid's heels, a new ITV Cymru Wales opinion poll has revealed. The Barn Cymru poll conducted by YouGov for ITV Cymru Wales and Cardiff University, has revealed that Labour's predicted vote - [Police and Emergency Services attend three-vehicle RTC near Cynwyl Elfed, Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-and-emergency-services-attend-three-vehicle-rtc-near-cynwyl-elfed-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police responded to a serious road traffic collision involving three vehicles on the B4333 near Cynwyl Elfed on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30pm, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The collision resulted in three individuals being taken to hospital for medical evaluation. While authorities have not released details regarding - [Man charged after posing as a Police Officer to scam people](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/man-charged-after-posing-as-a-police-officer-to-scam-people/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been charged after an elderly man was scammed of thousands of pounds by someone pretending to be a police officer. Last week the public was urged to be vigilant after an 80-year-old man had £16k stolen from his home in Riverside, Cardiff. A second similar incident involving a 78-year-old man from - [Swansea man handed 20 year sentence for child sexual abuse](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-man-handed-20-year-sentence-for-child-sexual-abuse/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has been jailed after pleading guilty to child sexual abuse. 54-year-old Abdul Kadir, from Penlan, committed offences against two victims which ranged from sexual touching to penetration over a period of time from October 2024 to January 2025. Kadir pleaded guilty to all seven charges put to him on June - [New Psychology Service Offers Support for Women Living with Pelvic Health Conditions](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-psychology-service-offers-support-for-women-living-with-pelvic-health-conditions/) - [tta_listen_btn] A pioneering Women's Health Psychology Service, launched by Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB), is helping women experiencing emotional and psychological distress linked to pelvic health conditions. Introduced in 2023, the service was initially supported by the Tywi/Taf, North Ceredigion, and South Ceredigion GP clusters. The pilot is now continuing across Tywi/Taf and North - [Welsh Ambulance Service to host bi-monthly Board meeting](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/welsh-ambulance-service-to-host-bi-monthly-board-meeting/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE Welsh Ambulance Service is preparing to host its bi-monthly Trust Board meeting. Members of the public can join on Microsoft Teams to hear Board members discuss further changes to the way 999 calls are triaged which are due to be introduced over winter. New 'orange: time sensitive' and 'yellow: assess and respond' categories – - [Pontyates Farmer Loses 272 Sheep in Devastating Floods](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/pontyates-farmer-loses-272-sheep-in-devastating-floods/) - [tta_listen_btn] Farmer Kiyan Freedom has lost 272 of his sheep after devastating floods swept through farmland in the Gwendraeth Fawr River in Pontyates Carmarthenshire a few days ago. For him, it is not just the loss of livestock, but of his livelihood. “This is a tragedy,” he told Carmarthenshire News Online. “On Thursday morning I - [Landslide puts award-winning clifftop house at risk](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/landslide-puts-award-winning-clifftop-house-at-risk/) - [tta_listen_btn] The owners of a “landmark” award-winning house that sits atop a crumbling Criccieth cliff are seeking permission to save it from the effects of a landslip and erosion. A planning application has been submitted to Cyngor Gwynedd by the owners of Cefn Castell, near Llanystumdwy seeking permission to carry out cliff stabilisation work. The - [Homelessness stubbornly high in Wales despite progress, says Salvation Army](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/homelessness-stubbornly-high-in-wales-despite-progress-says-salvation-army/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Salvation Army says the latest figures for households in Wales experiencing homelessness released today highlight a need to focus on underlying issues including poor mental health, relationship breakdown and poverty. It comes as the latest figures from Statistics Wales show that homelessness in Wales has remained around the same level in 2024/25 compared to the - [Llanelli woman with “heart of gold” wins Inspire! Adult Learning Award](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-woman-with-heart-of-gold-wins-inspire-adult-learning-award/) - [tta_listen_btn] Retirement can be an opportunity for a slower pace of life, but for one Llanelli woman it has opened her up to a whole new world of adult learning and community volunteering. Gloria Beynon is a retired teaching assistant who has devoted her life to caring for others, whether that was raising her own - [£9M Plan to Transform Plas Tan y Bwlch Into National Park HQ and Community Hub](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/9m-plan-to-transform-plas-tan-y-bwlch-into-national-park-hq-and-community-hub/) - [tta_listen_btn] An “exciting” £9M project could see one of Gwynedd’s grandest listed buildings become a national park HQ , mixed-use community site and café – if a funding bid is successful. News that the Eryri National Park Authority was planning to sell the historic mansion Plas Tan Y Bwlch prompted a public outcry last year. - [Young people in Wales feel 'isolated and hopeless' without access to mental health support](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/young-people-in-wales-feel-isolated-and-hopeless-without-access-to-mental-health-support/) - [tta_listen_btn] Children and young people in Wales are not able to access mental health support when they need it, leaving them feeling 'isolated and hopeless', Mind Cymru has found. In 2018, the Welsh Government's Children, Young People and Education Committee identified a critical gap in mental health support for young people, described as the 'missing - [Plans for nearly 50 new homes in Merthyr Tydfil unveiled](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plans-for-nearly-50-new-homes-in-merthyr-tydfil-unveiled/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for nearly 50 new homes in part of Merthyr Tydfil have been revealed. An application has been submitted by Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association for a residential development on land at Hillcrest Park, located off Haydn Terrace and Mitchell Crescent, just over a mile north of the town centre. The application is for 47 - [Councillors Warn Swansea Communities Being Dismantled by Rise in HMOs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/councillors-warn-swansea-communities-being-dismantled-by-rise-in-hmos/) - [tta_listen_btn] COUNCILLORS have claimed a settled community in Swansea is being dismantled and becoming transient due to an increase in the number of houses of multiple occupation (HMOs). Cllrs Hayley Gwilliam and Joe Hale were speaking against proposals for a six-bedroom HMO on Danygraig Road, Port Tennant, at a council planning committee meeting. It was - [Carmarthenshire Sees Fewer People in Temporary Housing but Costs Remain High](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthenshire-sees-fewer-people-in-temporary-housing-but-costs-remain-high/) - [tta_listen_btn] THE number of people placed in temporary accommodation in Carmarthenshire has fallen considerably but the costs haven’t. Like all local authorities, Carmarthenshire Council helps people who are at risk of becoming homeless and this involves bed and breakfast and other forms of short-term accommodation. Demand has soared in Wales in recent years although the - [A man who sexually assaulted an 11-year-old girl was caught thanks to facial recognition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/a-man-who-sexually-assaulted-an-11-year-old-girl-was-caught-thanks-to-facial-recognition/) - [tta_listen_btn] Alexander Dale, 31, grabbed the 11-year-old and pushed her to the floor while she was walking her dog in Cyncoed. Two days earlier, on October 23, 2024, Dale approached a 15-year-old girl on a bus travelling from Barry and showed her explicit messages on his phone. Detectives sourced CCTV from the bus and, using - [Petition calling on WRU to protect Scarlets' Future supported by Anne Davies MP and Cefin Campbell MS](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/petition-calling-on-wru-to-protect-scarlets-future-supported-by-anne-davies-mp-and-cefin-campbell-ms/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cefin Campbell, Plaid Cymru Member of the Senedd, and Ann Davies, Plaid Cymru Member of Parliament, who represent Carmarthenshire and Llanelli, have encouraged local people and supporters to sign a petition calling on the Welsh Rugby Union to protect the future of the Scarlets in any plans they may have for the future of - [Left in the dark’: One in five people affected by dementia get no support, as the true impact of dementia is laid bare in a new report](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/left-in-the-dark-one-in-five-people-affected-by-dementia-get-no-support-as-the-true-impact-of-dementia-is-laid-bare-in-a-new-report/) - [tta_listen_btn] One in five people affected by dementia have received no health care, social care or financial support, a new in-depth report by Alzheimer’s Society Cymru has found. Of those who received support, fewer than half were satisfied with it, with only 29% saying dementia-related care was easy to access. More than half believe this situation could be improved if increased - [Family of Jodie Amanda James pay tribute to her wonderful life following fatal RTC near Llanddewi](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/family-of-jodie-amanda-james-pay-tribute-to-her-wonderful-life-following-fatal-rtc-near-llanddewi/) - [tta_listen_btn] TRIBUTE | The family of a 33-year-old woman who sadly died following a serious road traffic collision on the A40 near Llanddewi Velfrey, have paid tribute to her. Jodie Amanda James died in hospital on Sunday 24 August, after she was seriously injured in a collision while riding her bike on the A40 on - [Farage Accused of Plotting to ‘Tear Up’ Welsh Countryside With Fracking](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/farage-accused-of-plotting-to-tear-up-welsh-countryside-with-fracking/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Liberal Democrats have pledged to fight any attempt by Nigel Farage and Reform UK to impose fracking on Wales, warning that the proposals could damage the countryside and threaten local communities. On 25 August, Reform UK announced plans to allow fracking across the United Kingdom, with senior figures including Nigel Farage and - [Llangrannog Public Toilets face closure despite nearly 1,400 signatures in opposition](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/llangrannog-public-toilets-face-closure-despite-nearly-1400-signatures-in-opposition/) - [tta_listen_btn] Fears public toilets could close in the Ceredigion seaside village of Llangrannog have been raised, with a petition of nearly 1,400 signatures opposing their closure already collected. Llangrannog Welfare Committee has raised concerns about the potential closure of the toilets in the seaside village, famous for being the home of the Urdd centre, with - [29-House Development in St Dogmaels Withdrawn by Obsidian Homes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/29-house-development-in-st-dogmaels-withdrawn-by-obsidian-homes/) - [tta_listen_btn] A scheme for 29 houses, including two affordable units, in the north Pembrokeshire village of St Dogmaels, close to the Ceredigion border, has been withdrawn. Whitland-based Obsidian Homes Ltd, through agent Amity Planning, in a 2024 application sought permission for the development and associated works on agricultural land off Longdown Bank, towards the south-east - [National Grid customers in Llanelli to receive safety check visits](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/national-grid-customers-in-llanelli-to-receive-safety-check-visits/) - [tta_listen_btn] National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) will be visiting customers' properties in and around Llanelli from next week as part of a safety inspection programme. Domestic and small business customers in the SA15 postcode will receive visits from NGED-approved contractors to check that service termination points inside properties are working as they should. The service - [Six Children Rescued from Sea in Major Incident at Aberavon Beach](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/six-children-rescued-from-sea-in-major-incident-at-aberavon-beach/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 by a member of the public about children struggling in the water near the - [Family pay Tribute to Hefin David MS](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/family-pay-tribute-to-hefin-david-ms/) - [tta_listen_btn] The family of Hefin David, the late Member of the Senedd (MS) for Caerphilly who passed away suddenly earlier this month, has issued the following statement. The statement expresses their gratitude for the outpouring of support from the public and pays tribute to Hefin’s life, both as a respected public servant and a devoted - [Llanelli Rallies to aid Families Following Felinfoel House Fire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-rallies-to-aid-families-following-felinfoel-house-fire/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Thursday, August 21, a devastating house fire in Felinfoel completely destroyed one property and caused serious damage to another, leaving the residing families displaced and devastated. Emergency services responded swiftly, ensuring the families from the affected homes were evacuated to a safe distance and taken care of. Image: Mid and West Wales Fire - [Police search for boy wanted in connection with robbery](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-search-for-boy-wanted-in-connection-with-robbery/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for information to find Ashley Sebastian-Jones from the Carmarthen area. The 17-year-old is wanted on suspicion of robbery. Ashley is believed to be in the Carmarthen area and officers are appealing for any information that could help to locate him. Have you seen Ashley, or do you have information that - [Disappointment in Rhoose as Iconic Red Dragon Mural Demolished for New College Campus](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/disappointment-in-rhoose-as-iconic-red-dragon-mural-demolished-for-new-college-campus/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents in a Welsh town have expressed their disappointment after finding out that a popular piece of art has been taken away. The red dragon mural in Rhoose is something visitors to Cardiff Airport will also be familiar with, greeting passengers on the embankment between Tredogan Road and Port Road. It was demolished as part - [Swansea and Carmarthenshire Councils Paid Over £1m to Suspended Staff in Three Years](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/swansea-and-carmarthenshire-councils-paid-over-1m-to-suspended-staff-in-three-years/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 for various reasons at a cost of just over £514,000. At neighbouring Carmarthenshire Council - [Ysgol Dyffryn Aman loses greenspace in favour of School Bus Park](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ysgol-dyffryn-aman-loses-greenspace-in-favour-of-school-bus-park/) - [tta_listen_btn] The majority of a large lawn at a secondary school in Carmarthenshire will make way for a bus park although five mature trees there will be retained. The new bus park and turning area at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, Ammanford, will have space for up to 13 coaches and replace a smaller area they use - [Swansea Councillor Francesca O'Brien explains her decision to join Reform UK](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-councillor-francesca-obrien-explains-her-decision-to-join-reform-uk/) - [tta_listen_btn] SWANSEA’S first ever Reform UK councillor said she reckoned others might follow and that she didn’t feel she’d broken the trust of those who’d voted for her as a Welsh Conservative three years ago. Cllr Francesca O’Brien described her defection as “a gamble” but said she’d never seen a political party break through to - [Development plans for Pembrokeshire based caravan park refused](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/development-plans-for-pembrokeshire-based-caravan-park-refused/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans to develop are Pembrokeshire caravan park with more static units have been refused, a report saying it would continue a breach of a previous planning condition. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Mr and Mrs Farr, through agent A D Architectural Design Consultants Ltd, sought permission to change 20 touring pitches - [Dyfed-Powys Police appeal for information following serious RTC near Manordeilo](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-appeal-for-information-following-serious-rtc-near-manordeilo/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys is appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision on the A40 near Manordeilo, at around 1.45am on Sunday 17 August. The collision involved a black Mitsubishi L200 and a blue Skoda Fabia. One man remains in hospital, having suffered serious injuries. A 17-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of causing serious - [New Swansea centre to speed up diagnosis and support for neurodivergent people](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/new-swansea-centre-to-speed-up-diagnosis-and-support-for-neurodivergent-people/) - [tta_listen_btn] A new centre offering timely assessment, diagnosis and tailored support plans for neurodivergent children, adults and families has opened in Swansea, with services available across South and West Wales. The Neuropathways Centre, launched by health and wellbeing organisation Health is One, is designed to provide earlier identification, faster access to assessments and more joined-up support. It - [Senedd seat for Caerphilly declared vacant following death of Hefin David](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-seat-for-caerphilly-declared-vacant-following-death-of-hefin-david/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Senedd's speaker has formally declared the Caerphilly constituency seat vacant following the sudden death of Labour Senedd member Hefin David last week. Elin Jones, the speaker or Llywydd, issued a statement declaring the seat vacant from August 12 in line with the Government of Wales Act 2006 and the Senedd's rules. The speaker - [Swansea man pleads guilty to murder of Leanne Williams](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/swansea-man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-leanne-williams/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Swansea has pleaded guilty to the murder of 47-year-old Leanne Williams earlier this year. 33-year-old Matthew Battenbough, of no fixed abode, appeared at Swansea Crown Court today (Monday August 18). He will be sentenced on Friday September 26. Leanne Williams’ body was found by officers at her home on Gomer Road, - [Man arrested following serious assault in Aberfan](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-arrested-following-serious-assault-in-aberfan/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm, following an incident which happened in Aberfan Road earlier this afternoon. A 40-year-old man was admitted to Prince Charles Hospital with stab wounds which are serious but are not believed to be life threatening. Police cordons remain in place and - [From Elvis to Mr Bean: Village Carnival Brings Characters, Cars, and Cheer to Cynwyl Elfed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/from-elvis-to-mr-bean-village-carnival-brings-characters-cars-and-cheer-to-cynwyl-elfed/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Saturday 9 August 2025, Ysgol Cynwyl Elfed School hosted the Cynwyl Elfed Carnival & Sports. The event brought together local residents for a relaxed morning of fun, friendly competition, and creative costumes. The village carnival was a feast for the senses — a bright, bustling tapestry of colour, laughter, and music. The programme - [Caerphilly MS Hefin David dies suddenly at the age of 47](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/caerphilly-ms-hefin-david-dies-suddenly-at-the-age-of-47/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hefin David, the Labour Senedd member for Caerphilly, has died suddenly at the age of 47. Dr Hefin David, who had represented Caerphilly in the Senedd for nearly a decade, died on Tuesday evening. His partner was Vikki Howells, a fellow Labour politician who represents Cynon Valley and serves as higher education minister in - [Haverfordwest Co-Option Dispute Sparks Allegations of Ignoring Racism Concerns](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/haverfordwest-co-option-dispute-sparks-allegations-of-ignoring-racism-concerns/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Pembrokeshire town council has been accused of leaving a vacant seat unfilled rather than address alleged racism concerns after failing to co-opt a prospective councillor. Haverfordwest Town Council co-opted Reform UK member Scott Thorley earlier this year, but more recent vacant seat on the council with a chance for co-option has led to - [Residents of Liscombe Street in Newport raise concerns over having 'wronguns' for neighbours if HMO conversion goes ahead](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/residents-of-liscombe-street-in-newport-raise-concerns-over-having-wronguns-for-neighbours-if-hmo-conversion-goes-ahead/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Newport resident has raised concerns about having “wronguns” for neighbours if a mid-terraced house is converted into a four-bed HMO. The claim was made during a consultation on plans to redevelop the four-bedroom property at 35 Liscombe Street, in the Lliswerry ward. HMOs (houses in multiple occupation) are typically properties where individual, unrelated - [Ysgol Heol Goffa Replacement Approved, but Questions Over ASC Centres Remain](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/ysgol-heol-goffa-replacement-approved-but-questions-over-asc-centres-remain/) - [tta_listen_btn] A CENTRE for pupils with autistic spectrum conditions (ASC) in Burry Port will more than double in capacity over the next four to five years, council chiefs have said. The Canolfan Y Mor centre at Ysgol Glan-y-Mor secondary school will rise to 65 by 2029 and provision for primary age children with ASC will - [Llandovery Sheep Festival will be wonderfully woolly next month](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/llandovery-sheep-festival-will-be-wonderfully-woolly-next-month/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llandovery Sheep Festival will be going 'baaaa-ck' to its wonderfully woolly roots next month when the emphasis will be on the different varieties of sheep breeds, wool crafts and wool demonstrations. The weekend-long festival, taking place on 20 & 21 September 2025 in Llandovery town centre, will highlight the wool industry and local sheep - [Price of dilapidated house in the Mumbles raises eyebrows](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/price-of-dilapidated-house-in-the-mumbles-raises-eyebrows/) - [tta_listen_btn] AT first glance you might miss a three-bedroom house that’s up for sale at a price which might leave you wide-eyed in surprise. Nestled among foliage above the stepped fence in the foreground of this photo and below the two houses at the top is a property in Swansea that’s on the market for - [Welsh Parliament Rejects Autism Bill Petition, Leading Campaigner to Take Fight to the Public](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/welsh-parliament-rejects-autism-bill-petition-leading-campaigner-to-take-fight-to-the-public/) - [tta_listen_btn] A petition to resurrect the Wales Autism Bill 2019, signed by 597 people, has been formally rejected by the Senedd's Petitions Committee, despite broad public support and backing from Welsh Conservative MSs Paul Davies and Mark Isherwood. The committee stated it had "every sympathy with the issue" but could do "little more" as the - [Two men sentenced for drug offences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/two-men-sentenced-for-drug-offences/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two men have been sentenced after officers from Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit for southern Wales, observed them engaging in a drug exchange in Swansea. On June 9, 2024, Tarian officers observed 50-year-old Lee Ruggles (right) and 21-year-old Kian Piyadasa (left) as they exchanged a package between two vehicles. Ruggles was seen exiting - [Simon Birkett addresses rumours surrounding The Woodlander Initiative](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/simon-birkett-addresses-rumours-surrounding-the-woodlander-initiative/) - [tta_listen_btn] Simon Birkett, founder of The Woodlander Initiative who purchased land near Llanfan Fawr to establish what he describes as the first of several family camps intended to revive traditional rural living has issued a statement in response to our article, the article written by Nation.Cymru and the article written by The Times covering the - [Police Appeal for witnesses to RTC in Llansteffan](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-to-rtc-in-llansteffan/) - [tta_listen_btn] APPEAL | Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a collision on Church Road, Llansteffan that occurred around 1.30-2pm on Friday 1st August 2025. The collision involved a Blue Peugeot and two pedestrians. The two pedestrians suffered minor injuries. Police are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area with information or dash cam footage, - [First Minister commemorates life of Jim Griffiths at Llanelly House](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/first-minister-commemorates-life-of-jim-griffiths-at-llanelly-house/) - [tta_listen_btn] First Minister, Eluned Morgan and Llanelli's Member of Parliament, Nia Griffith led a special event at Llanelly House to commemorate the life and legacy of Jim Griffiths - one of Wales's greatest political figures - on the 50th anniversary of his passing (August 7th.) The event brought together local Labour members, trade unionists and - [Travellers ordered to pack-up and move out of land at Delta Lakes, Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/travellers-ordered-to-pack-up-and-move-out-of-land-at-delta-lakes-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Travellers currently occupying land at Delta Lakes, part of the Pentre Awel development site in Llanelli, have been ordered to leave by Carmarthenshire County Council. The notice, issued under section 77(1) of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994, directs all occupants to vacate the unoccupied land immediately and remove all vehicles and - [Police discover over £10,000 worth of cocaine following successful Llanelli drugs raid](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-discover-over-10000-worth-of-cocaine-following-successful-llanelli-drugs-raid/) - [tta_listen_btn] Officers have taken more than £10,000 worth of cocaine off the streets following a successful drugs warrant at a Llanelli home. Andrew Kane Rees, aged 25, has been charged with possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs, being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs, and possessing criminal - [Paradise or Power Hub? Brechfa Forest Wind Farm Plan Sparks Passion and Protest in Rural Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/paradise-or-power-hub-brechfa-forest-wind-farm-plan-sparks-passion-and-protest-in-rural-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] A SIGN on the edge of Abergorlech declares it was the best kept village in Carmarthenshire for four years between 1964 and 1970, a time when the vast majority of the UK’s electricity was generated by burning coal. Abergorlech, by Brechfa Forest, still looks a picture – resident Patrick Brotherton described it as “a - [Historic part of Cardiff 'changed forever' as city's tallest building nears completion](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/historic-part-of-cardiff-changed-forever-as-citys-tallest-building-nears-completion/) - [tta_listen_btn] A historic part of Cardiff has changed forever as work on the city’s new tallest building looks like it’s nearly finished. The development of apartments at Guildford Crescent has been one of Cardiff’s more controversial planning sagas. When plans for the 30-storey tower were revealed, there was strong opposition from members of the community - [Human Rights Experts call for Ban on 'traumatising' use of Tasers against children](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/human-rights-experts-call-for-ban-on-traumatising-use-of-tasers-against-children/) - [tta_listen_btn] 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 shows systemic discrimination – with black, disabled and poorer children more likely to be - [Missing Person Appeal - Help Us Find Ella](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/missing-person-appeal-help-us-find-ella/) - Can you help us find 14-year-old Ella, from Llanelli? She is described as approx 5ft 5inches tall and has red/brown plaited long hair. She may be wearing black leggings, and a fleece zip up top with cream and grey squares. She was last seen at her home address in Llanelli on Sunday August 3. Have - [Campaigners demand urgent action to tackle 'shocking neglect' of autistic children in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/campaigners-demand-urgent-action-to-tackle-shocking-neglect-of-autistic-children-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] CAMPAIGNERS are demanding urgent action to tackle the 'shocking neglect' of autistic children in Llanelli. The recent report commissioned by Carmarthenshire County Council indicated that 115 children have no suitable education provision and many others face a three year wait for an official diagnosis. Laying the blame for the 'appalling scandal' at the door of the Plaid Cymru-led Carmarthenshire - [New Business Units to be built in Carmarthenshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/new-business-units-to-be-built-in-carmarthenshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] New business units will be built in Carmarthenshire to Net Zero standards, in a joint project between Carmarthenshire County Council and the Welsh Government. Five energy efficient industrial units will be delivered at Beechwood Industrial Estate, in Llandeilo, for businesses based locally and regionally, supporting economic development in the area. More than £3 million - [Man dies following serious RTC on Station Road, Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/man-dies-following-serious-rtc-on-station-road-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police received reports of a serious RTC in Station Road, Llanelli involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian at approx. 9.55pm on Friday August 1, 2025. The male pedestrian was walking near the Home Bargains store in Station Road, when he was struck by a motorcycle. He sustained serious injuries, and officers swiftly administered - [Ceredigion’s Adult Social Services Praised in Latest Care Inspectorate Wales Report](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ceredigions-adult-social-services-praised-in-latest-care-inspectorate-wales-report/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion County Council is pleased to welcome the findings of the latest improvement check by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), which highlights the positive progress made in Adult Social Services since the last performance evaluation in 2023. The inspection, carried out in May 2025, commended the Council's commitment to person-centred care, strong leadership, and a - [Meeting on Proposed Housing Development Leaves Residents Feeling Powerless](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/meeting-on-proposed-housing-development-leaves-residents-feeling-powerless/) - [tta_listen_btn] On the evening of Wednesday 30th July, residents of Cynwyl Elfed gathered to attend a meeting at the village hall regarding recent news that a proposed planning development was going through a consultation process. The proposed development of 31 homes has been met with serious concerns over existing, insufficient infrastructure and what impact an - [Reform Councillor addresses Llanelli Market Plans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/reform-councillor-addresses-llanelli-market-plans/) - [tta_listen_btn] Reform Councillor Michelle Beer has addressed the recent proposals for the future of Llanelli Market. In her statement, Michelle said: "I was invited to the stakeholder meeting held on Tuesday, 22nd July, at Ffwrnes and it was a moment, to hear about ambitious plans to relocate Llanelli market. This initiative, would be funded by - [Public Consultation on future of Minor Injury Unit at Prince Philip Hospital now closed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/public-consultation-on-future-of-minor-injury-unit-at-prince-philip-hospital-now-closed/) - [tta_listen_btn] The twelve-week public consultation seeking views on the future options for the Minor Injury Unit (MIU) at Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli has now closed. Launched on 28 April 2025, the consultation invited views on four potential long-term options for the MIU, as well as any alternative suggestions from the community. Over the course - [No plans to close Llandovery Hospital, Health Board affirms](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/no-plans-to-close-llandovery-hospital-health-board-affirms/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board has no plans to close Llandovery Hospital and will return to the town to hear more about their views on the future role of the community hospital and opportunities for the future. More than 400 people in the community recently attended a consultation event with the health board on - [Four charged following house fire in Ferndale](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/four-charged-following-house-fire-in-ferndale/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following the house fire on Protheroe Street, Ferndale during the early hours of yesterday morning four people have been charged. South Wales Police was called at 1.25am on Monday July 28, with a report of a house fire on Protheroe Street, As it is a terraced house several neighbouring homes were evacuated by local - [We Need a Vision’: Backlash Grows Over Llanelli Market Plans](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/we-need-a-vision-backlash-grows-over-llanelli-market-plans/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli traders and shoppers must be given their say on plans to move the town's popular indoor market and demolish the Murray Street multi-storey car park. That's the demand from residents, as well as leading local Labour politicians who fear the piecemeal redevelopment of the town centre could be to the detriment of existing - [Harmony, Friendship and Feel-Good Singing – Ammanford Choir Brings Joy to the Community](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/harmony-friendship-and-feel-good-singing-ammanford-choir-brings-joy-to-the-community/) - [tta_listen_btn] In the heart of Ammanford, a group of women are finding joy, strength, and connection through the simple power of song. Côr Persain, a vibrant ladies’ choir, has become much more than a musical group – it’s a weekly dose of laughter, confidence, and community spirit. Founded to create a welcoming and uplifting space - [Llanelli to Honour Legacy of Jim Griffiths, “One of the Greatest Sons of Wales”](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-to-honour-legacy-of-jim-griffiths-one-of-the-greatest-sons-of-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Fifty years after the death of Llanelli MP Jim Griffiths—a man widely regarded as one of the greatest sons of Wales—a special memorial event will be held in the town to celebrate his extraordinary legacy. The free commemorative event will take place at Llanelly House, Vaughan Street, on Thursday, August 7, from 10am to - [Man charged with murder following assault in Brynmill area, Swansea](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-charged-with-murder-following-assault-in-brynmill-area-swansea/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police have confirmed that a man has been charged with murder following a fatal assault in the Brynmill area of Swansea. Emergency services were called to reports of an assault and an unconscious male outside The Mill on Brynymor Road at approximately 8:15pm on Friday, July 25. The 63-year-old victim was taken - [Disappearance of Charlene Hobbs now being treated as a Murder Investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/disappearance-of-charlene-hobbs-now-being-treated-as-a-murder-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police continues to investigate the disappearance of Charlene Hobbs. Today (July 24, 2025) marks a year since Charlene was last seen, and her disappearance is being treated as murder. A reward of up to £20,000 for information on the murder of Charlene Hobbs remains available from the charity Crimestoppers. To date the - [Iconic Dylan Thomas Boathouse in Laugharne hosts its first wedding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/iconic-dylan-thomas-boathouse-in-laugharne-hosts-its-first-wedding/) - [tta_listen_btn] The romantic former home of one of Wales’s most celebrated poets has celebrated a remarkable milestone by hosting its first wedding on 21 June 2025. In a picturesque ceremony held on the terrace with panoramic views of the serene Taf estuary, Megan and Tom became the inaugural couple to exchange their vows at the - [In-house auditors find weaknesses in Carmarthenshire Council systems](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/in-house-auditors-find-weaknesses-in-carmarthenshire-council-systems/) - [tta_listen_btn] SOME staff who submitted travel claims included mileage from their home to office or depot while other claims were found to be duplicate, a Carmarthenshire Council report said. In-house auditors checked a sample of 20 mileage claims and found that seven hadn’t deducted the home to office or depot element of the journey, which - [Llanelli Market could be set to relocate as well as potential demolition of 'ageing' multi-storey carpark](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-market-could-be-set-to-relocate-as-well-as-potential-demolition-of-ageing-multi-storey-carpark/) - [tta_listen_btn] PROPOSALS to relocate Llanelli Market and potentially demolish the ageing multi-storey car park above have been unveiled by Carmarthenshire Council. The authority is looking at four options, including moving the indoor market to the former Woolworths building in nearby Vaughan Street. No final decisions have been made and the proposals were shared with traders at - [National Library of Wales path upgrade scheme](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/national-library-of-wales-path-upgrade-scheme/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion County Council is to carry out works to improve the path that links with the National Library of Wales (NLW) following the appointment of a local contractor. This path section starts next to the Gorwelion building on Llanbadarn Road which connects with the NLW building. The Welsh Government grant funded scheme will improve - [Keep Wales Tidy launches 'Make Memories, not Mess' Campaign](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/keep-wales-tidy-launches-make-memories-not-mess-campaign/) - [tta_listen_btn] As the summer heats up, Keep Wales Tidy is urging everyone across people across West Wales to make the most of the season, but without leaving litter behind. The initiative urges everyone in West Wales – residents and visitors alike – to take responsibility for their litter, especially when bins are full or unavailable. - [Laura Anne Jones MS defects to Reform UK as Labour describe Tories as a 'sinking ship'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/laura-anne-jones-ms-defects-to-reform-uk-as-labour-describe-tories-as-a-sinking-ship/) - [tta_listen_btn] In a high-profile switch that has sent shockwaves through Welsh politics, Laura Anne Jones MS has left the Welsh Conservatives to join Reform UK, becoming the party’s first Member of the Senedd (MS). Announcement at Royal Welsh Show Jones made the announcement at the Royal Welsh Show in Builth Wells on 22 July 2025, - [Man from Neath Port Talbot jailed after launching violent attack on ex-partner](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-from-neath-port-talbot-jailed-after-launching-violent-attack-on-ex-partner/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Neath Port Talbot has been jailed after launching a violent attack on his ex-partner in her own home. 28-year-old Cameron Gladwin, from Waunceirch, had been separated from his ex-partner for several months at the time of the incident in February this year. Gladwin forced entry to his ex-partner’s address at around - [Machete Attack sees man sentenced to six years in prison](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/machete-attack-sees-man-sentenced-to-six-years-in-prison/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been sentenced to six years attacking a man with a machete in Barry. Daniel Harris, 18, of Brynna, was sentenced on July 17 at Cardiff Crown Court to six years in a young offender institution after being found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent. This followed an incident near Ramsey - [Labour warns Farage in power would threaten clean energy jobs](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/labour-warns-farage-in-power-would-threaten-clean-energy-jobs/) - [tta_listen_btn] Labour has today warned that if Nigel Farage’s Party ever came to power, almost a million jobs across the country in the clean energy economy — including 37,800 in Wales — could be threatened on day one. Welsh Labour statement on clean energy economy "The UK clean energy economy is booming thanks to the certainty and stability - [Police appeal following two vehicle collision in Manordeilo](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-following-two-vehicle-collision-in-manordeilo/) - [tta_listen_btn] APPEAL - Police attended a two vehicle collision on the A40 at Manordeilo. A white Lexon van and a grey Volkswagon were involved in a collision at about 8.15am this morning, Tuesday July 22. Two people were taken to hospital by ambulance. A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving while under - [Llanelli Town Council Leader fires back at 'scathing article' by Mail Online](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-town-council-leader-fires-back-at-scathing-article-by-mail-online/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli Town Council leader David Darkin has hit back at a scathing article by the Mail Online, which portrayed the Welsh town centre as a place in crisis, overrun by "boarded-up shops" and "drug addicts." The article, published under the headline "I'm embarrassed to be from here!" Fed up locals in once-bustling town blast - [Tractor goes up in flames near Llandysul](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/tractor-goes-up-in-flames-near-llandysul/) - At 2.17pm on Friday, July 18th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Llandysul, Cardigan, Carmarthen, Lampeter, Newcastle Emlyn and Llanelli Fire Stations were called to an incident at Llangeler in Llandysul. Crews responded to a fire involving one tractor, the fire had spread to bales, two vehicles and a nearby - [Application to extend late-night drinking and music licence for part of RWAS agreed by councillors](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/application-to-extend-late-night-drinking-and-music-licence-for-part-of-rwas-agreed-by-councillors/) - [tta_listen_btn] AN APPLICATION to extend the late-night drinking and music licence for part of the Royal Welsh Showground has been agreed by councillors. A meeting of Powys County Council’s Licensing sub-committee took place on Wednesday, July 16 to consider a licence variation application by the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS). The society, which runs the agricultural show, - [City has ‘lost out’ over university investment ‘broken promises’](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/city-has-lost-out-over-university-investment-broken-promises/) - [tta_listen_btn] Newport has missed out on around £3 million of investment since a university merger and the closure of Caerleon Campus, a councillor has claimed. Cllr Matthew Evans said student numbers in the city have plummeted in the past 15 years, and criticised “broken” promises to invest in higher education. The University of South Wales - [Future of childcare and early education 'at serious risk'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/future-of-childcare-and-early-education-at-serious-risk/) - [tta_listen_btn] Many childcare providers across Wales will be forced to close due to the unsustainable funding model imposed by the Welsh Government, the sector warned. Lisa Owen, who has run the Chuckles nursery in Newport for more than 25 years, called for fair funding for providers and parents as she penned a 2,000-name Senedd petition. - [Senedd passes 'first-of-its-kind' disused tips bill](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-passes-first-of-its-kind-disused-tips-bill/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members unanimously passed a "first-of-its-kind" law aimed at ensuring the safety of coal and quarry tips. Huw Irranca-Davies welcomed cross-party support for the disused tips bill which was introduced in the wake of a major landslide in Tylorstown, Rhondda, in 2020. The Labour deputy first minister said: "We are keenly conscious of the - ['Political deckchair rearranging at its worst': Senedd set to dissolve Covid committee](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/political-deckchair-rearranging-at-its-worst-senedd-set-to-dissolve-covid-committee/) - [tta_listen_btn] A "kangaroo court" on the Covid-19 pandemic will be formally disbanded after members quit but another Senedd committee will take over rather than a judge-led Wales-specific inquiry. At least 13,000 people died in Wales during the pandemic but, more than five years later, Senedd scrutiny of the decisions made in Cardiff Bay has - [Senedd would have final say on Assisted Dying in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-would-have-final-say-on-assisted-dying-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Senedd would have the final say on whether to implement assisted dying in NHS Wales, but services could be available outside the public sector, the health secretary confirmed. Peter Fox, the Conservative chair of the Senedd's health committee, sought clarity on the Welsh Government's position and its powers to implement assisted dying - [UK workers' rights bill 'undermines devolution'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/uk-workers-rights-bill-undermines-devolution/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members criticised the UK employment rights bill for "undermining" devolution and the Welsh Parliament's role, warning of "dangerous" constitutional implications for Wales. Luke Fletcher backed the principles of the bill: "Day-one rights for workers, zero-hours contracts being revised, removing restrictions on unions [and] ending fire and rehire." But the Plaid Cymru politician - [NHS 111 unveil new AI-powered virtual assistant](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/nhs-111-unveil-new-ai-powered-virtual-assistant/) - [tta_listen_btn] NHS 111 Wales has introduced a new virtual assistant to help website users get the right health advice, fast. The AI-powered assistant, which is available in multiple languages, scans the website for information and advice based on prompts from the patient. The technology has been designed to offer a quicker and more seamless experience - [Full justice devolution 'not on the agenda'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/full-justice-devolution-not-on-the-agenda/) - [tta_listen_btn] A UK minister appeared to "row back" on a commitment to devolve powers over probation and youth justice to Wales, with Westminster set to retain responsibility. In 2019, an independent commission – led by Lord Thomas, the former head of the judiciary – recommended that justice policy should be "determined and delivered" in Wales. - [Plans for 31 Homes in Cynwyl Elfed Spark Flood of Concern from Residents](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plans-for-31-homes-in-cynwyl-elfed-spark-flood-of-concern-from-residents/) - [tta_listen_btn] A controversial proposal to build 31 new homes on land off Surgeon Street has triggered strong reactions in the quiet Carmarthenshire village of Cynwyl Elfed, with residents, business owners and local officials voicing serious concerns over infrastructure, flooding, and the impact on village life. The developer, Obsidian Homes, along with planning consultants Amity, presented - [Residents of Heol y Cawl in Dinas Powys express fury over plans to turn old cottage into new homes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/residents-of-heol-y-cawl-in-dinas-powys-express-fury-over-plans-to-turn-old-cottage-into-new-homes/) - [tta_listen_btn] Residents living in a Welsh village are furious about plans to turn an old cottage on a small lane into expensive new homes, claiming it could put lives at risk. Vale of Glamorgan Council’s planning committee narrowly voted in favour of turning Hillcroft in Heol y Cawl, Dinas Powys, into three separate homes at a - [Senedd member calls for restrictions on 'bottom trawling' to protect Wales' seabeds from being bulldozed](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-member-calls-for-restrictions-on-bottom-trawling-to-protect-wales-seabeds-from-being-bulldozed/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Senedd member called for restrictions on bottom trawling to protect Wales' seabeds as she criticised the current "rudderless" marine protection policy. Janet Finch-Saunders said she could hardly imagine a more wasteful way of catching fish than bottom trawling, which involves dragging heavy nets across the sea floor. The Conservatives' shadow climate - [Controversial Quarry Application Set To Be Approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/controversial-quarry-application-set-to-be-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] A planning committee will next week debate extending the life of a dormant quarry in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The debate will take place on Wednesday (July 16) when Denbighshire County Council councillors will discuss Tarmac Trading Ltd’s Section 73 application, which if granted could allow the company to continue working at - [Have your say on future of MIU at Prince Philip Hospital before consultation closes](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/have-your-say-on-future-of-miu-at-prince-philip-hospital-before-consultation-closes/) - [tta_listen_btn] With just days remaining until the consultation closes, Hywel Dda University Health Board is urging members of the public to have their say on the future of the Minor Injury Unit (MIU) at Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli. The twelve-week consultation, which launched on 28 April 2025, will close on Tuesday 22 July 2025. - [Fears for Ysgol Heol Goffa School Plan If Political Shift Hits Senedd Elections Next Year](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/fears-for-ysgol-heol-goffa-school-plan-if-political-shift-hits-senedd-elections-next-year/) - [tta_listen_btn] Llanelli Labour councillor Shaun Greaney has warned that the long-delayed project to build a new special school for Ysgol Heol Goffa could be at risk if there is a major political shift at the next Senedd elections in May 2026. Current Senedd Polling Stats as of July 8th: Reform UK: 28% Plaid Cymru: 26% - [BREAKING | 17-year old from Cwmbran pleads guilty to possessing information that could be used to prepare or commit an act of terrorism](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/breaking-17-year-old-from-cwmbran-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-information-that-could-be-used-to-prepare-or-commit-an-act-of-terrorism/) - [tta_listen_btn] A spokesperson for Counter Terrorism Police Wales said: "On Friday 4th July 2025 a 17-year-old male from the Cwmbran area, appeared at The Central Criminal Court after pleading guilty of an offence of possessing information that could be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism, contrary to Section 58 of - [Oasis 'Ticket Scam' Operator David Gray Arrested](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/oasis-ticket-scam-operator-david-gray-arrested/) - [tta_listen_btn] From Local Hero to Most Wanted Zero, once hailed as a “decent bloke” and the go-to guy for gig tickets in Cardiff, David Gray is now a charged fraudster, accused of pulling off an alleged ticketing scam. Locals say Gray, who operated a well-followed WhatsApp group offering sought-after event tickets, including for the recent - [Medical staff from across the UK to demonstrate at Westminister against destruction in Gaza](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/medical-staff-from-across-the-uk-to-demonstrate-at-westminister-against-destruction-in-gaza/) - [tta_listen_btn] Medics and supporters from across the UK will be demonstrating at Parliament Square in Westminster on Thursday, 10 July from 10:45am -12:30 pm BST/09:45am-11:30am GMT against the wholesale destruction of Gaza's healthcare system. Their message is simple: Hospitals have been destroyed, doctors and healthcare workers have been targeted, killed, and kidnapped, and tens of thousands - ['No plans to introduce monthly black bin collections in Powys,' says senior councillor](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/no-plans-to-introduce-monthly-black-bin-collections-in-powys-says-senior-councillor/) - [tta_listen_btn] THERE are no “current” plans to introduce monthly black bin collections in Powys a senior councillor has said. Tomorrow (Wednesday, July 9) at a meeting of Powys County Council’s Economy, Residents and Communities scrutiny committee, councillors will discuss the findings of a consultation on proposals to shape the way waste, rubbish and recycling are dealt with in - [Calls for 'Owain's law' to aid brain tumour treatment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/calls-for-owains-law-to-aid-brain-tumour-treatment/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members called for Owain's law, in memory of a young father, to ensure a gold-standard approach to preserving human tissue for other cancer patients in future. Hefin David led a debate on a cross-party motion on July 2 calling for a law named after his Caerphilly constituent Owain James, who sadly died last year. - [Tenant in Caerphilly handed 5-year suspended sentence in bid to stop anti-social behaviour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/tenant-in-caerphilly-handed-5-year-suspended-sentence-in-bid-to-stop-anti-social-behaviour/) - [tta_listen_btn] A tenant (contract holder) of Caerphilly County Borough Council has been served a 5-year suspended sentence in a bid to stop anti-social behaviour. The Council's Caerphilly Homes Anti-Social Behaviour Team made the application to Court in response to ongoing anti-social behaviour which caused alarm and distress to another resident and a member of staff. - [Swansea man convicted of murder following Police investigation](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/swansea-man-convicted-of-murder-following-police-investigation/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man in his 40s from Swansea has been convicted of murder, and a second man convicted of manslaughter, following a South Wales Police investigation into the death of 27-year-old Joshua Norman. 49-year-old Paul Rosser, from Gendros, was found guilty today (July 7) by a jury following a trial at Swansea Crown Court. 32-year-old - ['Save Our School' petition launched in bid to save Ysgol Clydau from closure](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/save-our-school-petition-launched-in-bid-to-save-ysgol-clydau-from-closure/) - [tta_listen_btn] A petition call to save a Pembrokeshire school at risk of closure has been lodged with the county council. Ysgol Clydau in Tegryn is one of several small schools under threat as part of proposals from Pembrokeshire County Council’s School Modernisation Working Group. At the May meeting of full council heard that there has - [Council tax premium on second homes in Carmarthenshire raises £1.6million in first year](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/council-tax-premium-on-second-homes-in-carmarthenshire-raises-1-6million-in-first-year/) - [tta_listen_btn] A council tax premium on second homes and empty properties in Carmarthenshire has raised just over £1.6m in its first year. The 50% premium was implemented on April 1, 2024, and affected 1,167 second homes and 2,102 long-term empty houses. The figures exclude a much smaller number of properties in each category which were - [Dyfed-Powys Police investigating burglary and criminal damage in Burry Port](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/dyfed-powys-police-investigating-burglary-and-criminal-damage-in-burry-port/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a report of burglary and criminal damage at a property in Woodland Terrace, Burry Port on Tuesday, May 6. Sometime between 1am and 1.45am, damage was caused to a car and a garage door and a blue Yamaha Airox scooter, with L plate, was stolen from within the garage. One - [TfW announces contract for Richard Bros to operate T5 TrawsCymru service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/tfw-announces-contract-for-richard-bros-to-operate-t5-trawscymru-service/) - [tta_listen_btn] Transport for Wales is delighted to announce that Richards Bros has been awarded the contract to operate the T5 TrawsCymru service, connecting key communities across West Wales. The new contract will be introduced in two phases, bringing a range of improvements to public transport in the region. The first phase will begin on Sunday, - [Llanelli appoints new Town Mayor for 2025-26](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-appoints-new-town-mayor-for-2025-26/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cllr Andrew R. Bragoli (Labour), a lifelong resident of the Lliedi ward, has been installed as Llanelli’s 51st Town Mayor, succeeding Cllr John G. Prosser for the 2025–26 civic year. His deputy, Cllr Sarah Evans, also of Lliedi, assumes the role of Deputy Mayor . Professional and civic backgroundMr Bragoli recently retired after over 40 years at Tata’s Trostre tinplate works, where he - [Motorcyclist killed in RTC in Pembrokeshire](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/motorcyclist-killed-in-rtc-in-pembrokeshire/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police are investigating a road traffic collision which occurred on the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos, at around 6.25pm on Wednesday, 2 July. The collision involved a white Volkswagen van and a red Honda Blood Bikes Wales motorcycle. Sadly, a man in his 70s, who was riding the motorcycle, died at - [Dyfed-Powys Police demonstrates its commitment to domestic violence after detaining violent criminal within 30 minutes of victim’s 999 call](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dyfed-powys-police-demonstrates-its-commitment-to-domestic-violence-after-detaining-violent-criminal-within-30-minutes-of-victims-999-call/) - [tta_listen_btn] The courageous actions of a domestic abuse victim enabled officers to locate and arrest her violent ex-partner just 30 minutes after he unlawfully showed up at her home. Bobby England, aged 34, of Llangunnor, Carmarthen, breached a restraining order when he turned up at his victim's home demanding his toolbox. He shouted obscenities at - [First Minister fails to declare interest on money received as a member of a Trade Union](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/first-minister-fails-to-declare-interest-on-money-received-as-a-member-of-a-trade-union/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales' first minister Eluned Morgan failed to declare an interest as a member of a trade union from which she received £3,500, the Senedd's standards commissioner found. Baroness Morgan was found to have breached a rule by failing to declare her membership of Unite the Union during a 2024 statement on the Tata steelworks in - [Two teens charged with murder of Kamran Aman in Barry](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/two-teens-charged-with-murder-of-kamran-aman-in-barry/) - [tta_listen_btn] Two teenagers have been charged with the murder of Kamran Aman in Barry. The boys, aged 16 and 17, from Llantwit Major, who cannot be named for legal reasons, have both been charged with murder. They are due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates' Court tomorrow (Thursday, July 3). Kamran's family has been updated and - [Labour aims to 'put more bobbies back on the beat' with £200 million to kickstart recruitment](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/labour-aims-to-put-more-bobbies-back-on-the-beat-with-200-million-to-kickstart-recruitment/) - [tta_listen_btn] In a bid to increase neighbourhood policing, the Labour Party is aiming putting more bobbies back on the beat, with the UK Government delivering up to 33 new neighbourhood police officers for the Dyfed Powys Police within a year. The news has been welcomed today by Dame Nia Griffith, Labour MP for Llanelli, and - [Senedd set to sign off on £1.30-a-night tourism levy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-set-to-sign-off-on-1-30-a-night-tourism-levy/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Senedd debated dozens of final changes to plans for a £1.30-a-night tourism levy, with the tax set to get the go-ahead in a key vote next week. Senedd members voted on amendments to the tourism tax bill which would see £1.30 a person, plus VAT, charged on stays in hotels, B&Bs and self-catering accommodation. - [Barry murder investigation – Victim named](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/barry-murder-investigation-victim-named/) - [tta_listen_btn] The man who died in Barry on Monday night has been named as 38-year-old Kamran Aman. Police were called to a report of stabbing in Barry Road just before midnight last night (Monday, June 30) Father of one Kamran died, and a murder investigation was launched. His family continue to be supported by specially trained - [Students of Coleg Sir Gâr challenge mandatory enforcement of Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/students-of-coleg-sir-gar-challenge-mandatory-enforcement-of-welsh-baccalaureate-qualification/) - [tta_listen_btn] In Wales, a growing student-led movement is challenging the mandatory enforcement of the Welsh Baccalaureate, a qualification critics argue is being imposed under questionable funding practices that undermine educational choice and student wellbeing. Ioan Armstrong and Sam Bartlett who are both students at Coleg Sir Gâr, have spearheaded petitions alongside their fellow students, and - [World Champion Kick Boxer Builds Centre of Excellence at Former Car Factory Social Club](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/world-champion-kick-boxer-builds-centre-of-excellence-at-former-car-factory-social-club/) - [tta_listen_btn] In Llanelli, Wales, a town celebrated for producing World Champion snooker legend Terry Griffiths, another world champion is making her mark, Tennessee Randall, a two-time kickboxing world champion and European champion has fought in destinations across the globe and in most instances walked away as the winner. Now with the help of her father - [Wet wipes containing plastic to be banned in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/wet-wipes-containing-plastic-to-be-banned-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wet wipes containing plastic will be banned in Wales next year to reduce the environmental harm caused by pollution. From December 18, 2026, it will be an offence in Wales to supply – or offer to supply – wet wipes containing plastic after the Senedd unanimously agreed regulations. Huw Irranca-Davies, deputy first - [Ambitious new law 'lacks teeth and funding'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ambitious-new-law-lacks-teeth-and-funding/) - [tta_listen_btn] An ambitious law aimed at ensuring future generations in Wales have at least the same quality of life as today lacks teeth and has a laughable budget, a committee heard. The Senedd's equality committee took evidence as part of follow-up scrutiny a decade on from the Welsh parliament passing the Well-being of Future - [Caerphilly Council approves plans to improve social housing application process](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/caerphilly-council-approves-plans-to-improve-social-housing-application-process/) - [tta_listen_btn] Caerphilly County Borough Council's Cabinet has approved plans to improve the way people apply for social housing. This new Common Allocation Policy aims to make it easier for people to apply for social housing in the Caerphilly borough, by removing barriers and giving greater transparency to the process, and help prevent homelessness. A review - [Celtic Travel awarded contract to deliver T4 service between Merthyr and Newtown from September](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/celtic-travel-awarded-contract-to-deliver-t4-service-between-merthyr-and-newtown-from-september/) - [tta_listen_btn] Mid Wales-based bus operator Celtic Travel has been awarded a contract to deliver the TrawsCymru T4 service between Merthyr and Newtown from September. The popular route has been operating for 14 years and is well used by commuters, students, residents, and tourists accessing Bannau Brycheiniog, the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and many of the - ['Caring' and 'thoughtful' 72-year-old passes away in Hospital following serious collision in Grangetown](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/caring-and-thoughtful-72-year-old-passes-away-in-hospital-following-serious-collision-in-grangetown/) - [tta_listen_btn] The 72-year-old cyclist who was hospitalised following a serious collision on Dunleavy Drive, Grangetown, on May 17 (2025), sadly died in hospital on Friday, June 20. The cyclist's name is Brad Craven and his family have paid tribute to him: "Brad Craven was from Roath and he passed away on Friday, 20 June, five - [University cuts ‘affecting student mental health’](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/university-cuts-affecting-student-mental-health/) - [tta_listen_btn] Students called for an overhaul to make Welsh universities more financially sustainable amid concerns about the uncertainty of sweeping cuts impacting on mental health. Deio Owen, president of the National Union of Students (NUS) Cymru, warned students' mental health has suffered following proposed and confirmed cuts at Welsh universities. He told the - [Trade Union warns at least one University in Wales could collapse due to cuts and funding shortfall](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/trade-union-warns-at-least-one-university-in-wales-could-collapse-due-to-cuts-and-funding-shortfall/) - [tta_listen_btn] There is a real danger a university in Wales could collapse next year, a trade union warned. Dan Beard, who chairs Unison Cymru's higher education forum, told the Senedd's education committee: "Without change, we will see universities collapsing or contracting significantly." Giving evidence to an inquiry on higher education, which was prompted - [Consultation on Llanelli's MIU passes six-week midpoint](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/consultation-on-llanellis-miu-passes-six-week-midpoint/) - [tta_listen_btn] The consultation on Llanelli's Minor Injury Unit (MIU) has now passed its six-week midpoint, and Hywel Dda University Health Board is thanking the community for its involvement, while responding to some of the feedback received so far. The MIU at Prince Philip Hospital has been subject to a temporary change to opening hours since - [Arrest made in connection with Llanelli robbery](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/arrest-made-in-connection-with-llanelli-robbery/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following our appeal for information about a robbery that was reported in Llanelli at just after midnight on Saturday, June 21, we can confirm an arrest has been made. A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery, and is currently in police custody. - [Carmarthen man found guilty of rape and voyeurism following trial](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/carmarthen-man-found-guilty-of-rape-and-voyeurism-following-trial/) - [tta_listen_btn]Daniel Gravell, aged 43, was found guilty of raping a woman in 2002 and admitted to voyeurism following a two-week trial at Swansea Crown Court that concluded in May this year. Recognising the lasting impact of the rape offence committed in 2002, the Judge said, "The offence of rape, and the violation which is needed - [Welsh Gov issues 'disgraceful' response to inquiry on public appointments](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/welsh-gov-issues-disgraceful-response-to-inquiry-on-public-appointments/) - [tta_listen_btn] The Welsh Government issued a disgraceful response to an inquiry on public appointments, showing disrespect bordering on contempt for the Senedd, a watchdog committee warned. Senedd members on the public accounts committee were outraged by ministers' response to their report which found evidence of significant failings in public sector appointments. The Welsh Government failed - [Senedd to hold inquiry into 'unbearable' landfill site near Wrexham](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-to-hold-inquiry-into-unbearable-landfill-site-near-wrexham/) - [tta_listen_btn] A Senedd committee will hold an inquiry into a landfill site amid concerns about an "unbearable" stench blighting villagers' lives for the past two decades. Members of the petitions committee agreed to take evidence after more than 1,100 people signed a petition about the landfill site at the former Hafod quarry in Johnstown, Wrexham. - [Physics education in Wales 'at breaking point' due to lack of teachers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/physics-education-in-wales-at-breaking-point-due-to-lack-of-teachers/) - [tta_listen_btn] Physics education is at breaking point in Wales due to a lack of teachers, yet training bursaries are £14,000 higher across the border in England, a committee heard. Eluned Parrott, head of Wales at the Institute of Physics, warned Wales had fewer physics-trained teachers (174) than secondary schools (205) in 2024. She - [Disabled children in Wales refused additional support with claims that their needs can be met through 'universal provision'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/disabled-children-in-wales-refused-additional-support-with-claims-that-their-needs-can-be-met-through-universal-provision/) - [tta_listen_btn] Disabled children in Wales have been refused additional support in Welsh schools due to claims their needs can be met through so-called universal provision, a committee heard. Senedd members considered a 1,454-name petition calling for a ban on the term "universal provision" – which refers to the support available to all pupils. Parents warned - [First Minister under fire for 'scattergun' approach to international relations](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/first-minister-under-fire-for-scattergun-approach-to-international-relations/) - [tta_listen_btn] First minister Eluned Morgan came under friendly fire over the Welsh Government's "scattergun rather than strategic" approach to international relations. The Senedd's culture committee scrutinised Baroness Morgan about the Welsh Government's international strategy and plans for an investment summit. Lee Waters, a Labour backbencher, took the first minister to task about a perceived move - [Senedd members 'roundly reject' Conservative calls for M4 relief road](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/senedd-members-roundly-reject-conservative-calls-for-m4-relief-road/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members roundly rejected Conservative calls to deliver an M4 relief road, six years on from the Welsh Government pulling the plug on the project. Sam Rowlands described the M4 relief road as a golden opportunity, not only to ease congestion for motorists but also to boost the economy. The Conservatives' shadow - [Man reported missing from Haverfordwest](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-reported-missing-from-haverfordwest/) - [tta_listen_btn] Can you help find Gareth, who has been reported missing in Haverfordwest? Gareth is 52, and described as around 5ft 5in tall, of slim build, with brown hair. He is believed to be wearing a black top and trousers, and might be wearing black reading glasses. He was last seen at just after 12pm - [Illegal gathering in Brechfa broken up overnight](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/illegal-gathering-in-brechfa-broken-up-overnight/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyed-Powys Police was made aware of a large gathering at a remote location in Brechfa overnight. Officers swiftly attended the area, where the gathering was well underway. The number of people involved and the safety aspects surrounding breaking up the event meant that a decision was made to prioritise disrupting and stopping entry of - [Police appeal for witnesses following robbery in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-appeal-for-witnesses-following-robbery-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery which was reported in Llanelli at just after midnight today (Saturday, June 21). A man is reported to have snatched a handbag from the victim as she was walking along Glenalla Road, before pushing her to the ground. The man was described as around 5ft - [Should the west coast railway lines be recommissioned? - The £2billion debate in the Senedd](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/should-the-west-coast-railway-lines-be-recommissioned-the-2billion-debate-in-the-senedd/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members debated calls to reopen railway lines along the west coast of Wales to connect north and south but balked at the estimated £2bn cost. Carolyn Thomas led the debate on June 18 following a near-13,000-name petition calling for the reopening of railway lines to connect the north and south of Wales. - [Two charged whilst Police continue investigation into Cardiff shooting](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/two-charged-whilst-police-continue-investigation-into-cardiff-shooting/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police is continuing to investigate a shooting which happened in Clos Y Fynnon, Pontprennau, Cardiff at approximately 8pm on Saturday, June 7. A 15-year-old boy was shot but thankfully his injuries are not life-threatening. Two people have been charged and are due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates' Court tomorrow (Thursday, June 19). - [Body found on river's edge in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/body-found-on-rivers-edge-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for information after the body of a man was found near to the river at North Dock, Llanelli on Sunday, June 15. Officers attended the area after receiving a call at 12.15pm. The death is not being treated as suspicious at this time but we’re carrying out enquiries to - [Investigation into serious RTC in Grangetown continues](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/investigation-into-serious-rtc-in-grangetown-continues/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police is continuing to investigate a serious road traffic collision which occurred on Dunleavy Drive, Grangetown, at approximately 8.40am on Saturday, May 17. The collision involved a blue Fiat 500 and a cyclist - the 72-year-old cyclist was admitted to hospital where he remains in a critical condition. A 19-year-old man who - [Police Appeal following reports of 'outrageous' public indecency in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/police-appeal-following-reports-of-outrageous-public-indecency-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a report of outraging public decency that occurred in Llanelli, at approximately 4.45pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The incident involved a male and female who were reportedly taking part in sexual activity on the grass within Granby Close. A 40-year-old man has been arrested, however officers are now appealing - [28-year-old man sentenced for attempted murder following Talbot Green Police Station Attack](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/28-year-old-man-sentenced-for-attempted-murder-following-talbot-green-police-station-attack/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 28-year-old male from Talbot Green has today been sentenced for attempted murder and nine other offences following a violent attack at Talbot Green Police station on Friday 31 January. Alexander Dighton today, June 13, appeared at Central Criminal Court where he was handed a life sentence of 22 years and 235 days minimum - [Llanelli man charged for possession of explosive substance](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/llanelli-man-charged-for-possession-of-explosive-substance/) - [tta_listen_btn] Following an incident in Llanelli which involved EOD officers and a police cordon of 100metres, a man has been charged following a warrant conducted at New Dock Road, Llanelli on Wednesday June 11. Timothy Jones, aged 57, from Llanelli has been charged with possession of an explosive substance for unlawful purpose and possession of - [Man jailed following shoplifting spree in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/man-jailed-following-shoplifting-spree-in-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man has been jailed after going on a shoplifting spree that cost Cardiff businesses over £1,000 in losses. Karl Legg, aged 39, of Cardiff, was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court to two years and eight months in prison on June 11, 2025, after pleading guilty to four counts of burglary and one count - [Drakeford confirms plans for land value tax will remain on the table as a potential replacement for council tax and business rates](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/drakeford-confirms-plans-for-land-value-tax-will-remain-on-the-table-as-a-potential-replacement-for-council-tax-and-business-rates/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales' finance secretary Mark Drakeford confirmed plans for a land value tax remain on the table as a potential long-term replacement for council tax and business rates. The former first minister said the Welsh Government continues to explore the feasibility of a land value tax as used in countries such as Denmark and - [Police investigation launched following shooting incident in Cardiff](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-investigation-launched-following-shooting-incident-in-cardiff/) - [tta_listen_btn] South Wales Police was called at around 8pm on Saturday, June 7, to a report of a shooting incident in Pontprennau, Cardiff. Officers attended a house in Clos y Ffynnon and a 15-year-old boy was taken to hospital. Fortunately, his injuries are not life-threatening. Detective Superintendent Mark O'Shea, from South Wales Police, said "We - [Organised Crime Group convicted following proactive investigation led by Tarian ROCU](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/organised-crime-group-convicted-following-proactive-investigation-led-by-tarian-rocu/) - [tta_listen_btn] An organised crime group has been convicted following a proactive investigation led by Tarian, the Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) for southern Wales. Eleven people, aged between 24 and 44, were convicted of Conspiracy to supply Class ‘B’ Controlled Drugs and Conspiracy to Import Cannabis after their operation was uncovered. The ROCU investigation found - [Illegal vapes and tobacco seized from commercial properties in Caerphilly](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/illegal-vapes-and-tobacco-seized-from-commercial-properties-in-caerphilly/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Tuesday 10th June, Caerphilly County Borough Council (CCBC) Trading Standards, in collaboration with Regional Trading Standards officers under Operation Cece, Gwent Police, and the Home Office, carried out a targeted operation in Risca. The enforcement team searched several commercial properties suspected of selling illegal tobacco and vape products. During the operation, officers seized - [Online abuse of politicians 'getting worse by the day'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/online-abuse-of-politicians-getting-worse-by-the-day/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members called for urgent action to tackle the "existential crisis" of abuse, harassment and intimidation faced by politicians on social media. Plaid Cymru's Adam Price, the first out-gay man in his party to be elected to national office, warned prejudices based on sex, race and sexual orientation have been reinvigorated. He - [Freeport jobs promises 'quietly revised down' as thousands of jobs evaporate](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/freeport-jobs-promises-quietly-revised-down-as-thousands-of-jobs-evaporate/) - [tta_listen_btn] Promises of job creation at two freeports have been stealthily downgraded by thousands of jobs, with Wales falling far behind the curve, a Senedd member warned. Plaid Cymru's Luke Fletcher criticised the pace of change at the Anglesey freeport as well as the Celtic freeport based around Port Talbot and Pembrokeshire. Mr - [Man in custody after bomb disposal team disarm device in Llanelli](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/man-in-custody-after-bomb-disposal-team-disarm-device-in-llanelli/) - [tta_listen_btn] On Wednesday (11th Jun), Dyfed-Powys Police carried out a warrant under the Explosive Substances. Act, at New Dock Road, Llanelli. At the property, an explosive device was discovered by officers and EOD officers were called to the scene to disarm and make safe the device. A 57-year-old man was remanded into custody pending investigation. - [Local Photographer's Dream Takes Flight with the Red Arrows](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/local-photographers-dream-takes-flight-with-the-red-arrows/) - [tta_listen_btn] A young man from Llanelli has fulfilled a lifelong dream by soaring through the skies with the Red Arrows, the renowned Royal Air Force aerobatic team. On Thursday June 5th, Iwan did what most of us can only dream of. He flew with the Red Arrows straight over his parent's home near Llannerch in - ['People are choking with the dust': calls for action on 'slow Aberfan disaster'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/people-are-choking-with-the-dust-calls-for-action-on-slow-aberfan-disaster/) - [tta_listen_btn] More than 11,000 people added their voices to a chorus of calls for a mandatory 1,000-metre buffer zone around all quarries – but their pleas continued to fall on deaf ears. Labour's Carolyn Thomas led a Senedd debate on an 11,473-name petition – submitted by Monika Golebiewska – calling for an exclusion zone around homes, - [Newport hailed as 'A City on the rise' by Senedd members](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/newport-hailed-as-a-city-on-the-rise-by-senedd-members/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members hailed Newport as a city on the rise – economically, socially and culturally – with so much to offer the whole of Wales. John Griffiths began a debate on the city by quoting business journalist Douglas Friedli, who wrote: "Best thing about London? It's less than two hours from Newport." - [An historic fourth successive term for Kidwelly Mayor Carl Peters-Bond](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/an-historic-fourth-successive-term-for-kidwelly-mayor-carl-peters-bond/) - [tta_listen_btn] Carl Peters-Bond has been named Kidwelly’s Town Mayor for 2025/2026 – his fourth successive term of office and the longest for 145 years in the historic town. Cllr Peters-Bond was unanimously voted as Mayor by all other councillors on Kidwelly Town Council. Cllr Laura Jones was voted Deputy Mayor. Cllr Chris Peters-Bond, Carl’s husband, - [Age Cymru respond to assurances that more pensioners in Wales to receive Winter Fuel Payments](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/age-cymru-respond-to-assurances-that-more-pensioners-in-wales-to-receive-winter-fuel-payments/) - [tta_listen_btn] Age Cymru has responded to assurance that more pensioners in Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter. Victoria Lloyd Chief Executive at Age Cymru said: “We are encouraged by the Chancellor's words today, but will wait to see the detail, which needs to be published very soon if changes are to be made - [Police appeal for information following vehicle theft in Carmarthen](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-appeal-for-information-following-vehicle-theft-in-carmarthen/) - [tta_listen_btn] Dyfed-Powys Police are appealing for information following the theft of a vehicle in Carmarthen on the 4th of July. The Police received a call just after 7.20 in the morning on Wednesday 4th June, reporting that a blue Ford Van, containing two dogs, had been stolen. The vehicle was found in Bronwydd at about 9.35am - [Mid Wales 'continually disappointed' on growth deal funding](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/mid-wales-continually-disappointed-on-growth-deal-funding/) - [tta_listen_btn] Mid Wales 'continually disappointed' on growth deal fundingMid Wales 'continually disappointed' on growth deal fundingCouncil chiefs have been "continually disappointed" by an ongoing lack of day-to-day funding support for the mid Wales growth deal from the Welsh and UK Governments. The Senedd's economy committee took evidence from mid Wales representatives, including Jake Berriman, - [Donations to NHS charity fund new mural for garden walls of St Caradog Ward at Withybush Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/donations-to-nhs-charity-fund-new-mural-for-garden-walls-of-st-caradog-ward-at-withybush-hospital/) - [tta_listen_btn] Thanks to donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has been able to fund a mural for the garden walls in St Caradog Ward at Withybush Hospital. The murals were created by Lloyd the Graffiti Artist, a Pembrokeshire artist who has been painting since 1998 and - [Wales recruiting 'nowhere near enough' secondary teachers](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/wales-recruiting-nowhere-near-enough-secondary-teachers/) - [tta_listen_btn] Wales is only training around a third of the necessary secondary school teachers, with nowhere near enough recruits and no improvement in sight, an education chief warned. Hayden Llewellyn, the Education Workforce Council (EWC) chief executive, gave evidence to the Senedd education committee's inquiry on recruitment and retention on June 5 Mr Llewellyn identified - [Powerhouse Energy Group sponsors Welsh internationals](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/powerhouse-energy-group-sponsors-welsh-internationals/) - [tta_listen_btn] Bridgend-based Powerhouse Energy Group is supporting Wales' Over 35 Women's Masters Hockey Team as they compete this summer at the European Championship in Valencia (June), and the Home Nations tournament in Glasgow (August). Paul Emmitt, Chief Executive Officer, Powerhouse Energy Group has committed to awarding and covering the cost of the Welsh Caps and - [Cardiff region city deal 'on course to create 26,000 jobs'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cardiff-region-city-deal-on-course-to-create-26000-jobs/) - [tta_listen_btn] Council chiefs claimed the Cardiff region city deal is "more than on course" to create 26,000 jobs by 2036 despite delivering 4,335 jobs in the decade to date. Mary Ann Brocklesby – chair of the Cardiff Capital Region (CCR), a partnership of 10 councils – gave evidence as a Senedd inquiry into city and growth - [Taxpayers hit with £5.25m bill for botched Aberthaw contract](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/taxpayers-hit-with-5-25m-bill-for-botched-aberthaw-contract/) - [tta_listen_btn] Taxpayers will foot the bill for a £5.25m settlement after a legal claim over the awarding of a demolition contract for Aberthaw power station, a committee heard. The Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) lost a high-court legal challenge brought by a losing bidder, Brown and Mason Group, which concluded in February. The former coal-powered station - [Propel condemns Cardiff Council's £10m spending on private schools amid ALN crisis](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/propel-condemns-cardiff-councils-10m-spending-on-private-schools-amid-aln-crisis/) - [tta_listen_btn] The grassroots political party Propel has condemned Cardiff Council's continued subsidy of private school placements for Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision, which was a staggering £10,462,880.85 last year. The party has called for an urgent reassessment of spending priorities, arguing the money is being funnelled into "inappropriate provision" while the state education system, particularly - [Sian Reeves lends support to Care Home Open Week](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/sian-reeves-lends-support-to-care-home-open-week/) - [tta_listen_btn] TV actress Sian Reeves - best known for Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Cutting It – is hosting a special radio Singalong Show designed to get care homes across the UK singing together to improve their health and wellbeing. The one-off, 40 minutes Singalong Show is made by specialist radio station, m4dRdadio.com, which provides ad-free - [Bronglais thrombosis prevention team wins top national award](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/bronglais-thrombosis-prevention-team-wins-top-national-award/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board's Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth has won a prestigious national award in recognition of work by teams across all departments in lowering the risk of thrombosis in patients under their care. The team beat off stiff competition from hospitals all over the UK to win the 'Work in VTE Prevention' - ["We can't afford to lose local cinemas" a message from three South Wales Venues](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/we-cant-afford-to-lose-local-cinemas-a-message-from-three-south-wales-venues/) - [tta_listen_btn] Cinemagoers, staff and volunteers at Gwyn Hall, Taliesin Arts Centre and Maesteg Town Hall have come together to share the places they love and they're inviting the public to fall in love with them too. This follows a series of reports, including the UK Culture, Media and Sport Committee and a Welsh Parliament Committee report on A - [South Wales Police to host popular Family Fun Day at Police HQ in Bridgend](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/south-wales-police-to-host-popular-family-fun-day-at-police-hq-in-bridgend/) - [tta_listen_btn] This weekend sees the return of South Wales Police's popular Family Fun Day. On Saturday, June 7, the gates at police headquarters in Bridgend will be opened to welcome visitors to the free event, which will feature tons of attractions and activities for all ages to enjoy. It will include the must-see police dog - ['Rushed' battery storage developments risk 'devastating' consequences](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/rushed-battery-storage-developments-risk-devastating-consequences/) - [tta_listen_btn] The rapid and largely unregulated proliferation of battery storage developments is becoming an urgent safety issue in many parts of Wales, a Senedd member warned. Plaid Cymru's Llŷr Gruffydd said he is not opposed to battery energy storage systems (BESS), recognising it as "vital" infrastructure in the "national mission" to reach net zero. - [Former member of Police staff convicted for passing confidential information onto her drug-dealer boyfriend](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/former-member-of-police-staff-convicted-for-passing-confidential-information-onto-her-drug-dealer-boyfriend/) - [tta_listen_btn] A former member of police staff has been convicted of passing on confidential information to her drug dealer boyfriend. Lucy Langmead, aged 44, from Pontypridd, was working for South Wales Police when she began a relationship in 2020 with Daniel Cozens, 37. An investigation by the force’s Anti-Corruption Unit found that between May 2021 - [NHS Wales to remove 'no-show' patients from waiting lists](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/nhs-wales-to-remove-no-show-patients-from-waiting-lists/) - [tta_listen_btn] Patients who miss two appointments without good cause will be removed from waiting lists for NHS treatment, Wales' health secretary announced. Jeremy Miles warned more than 700,000 appointments are missed each year, with 14% of all outpatient appointments lost because people do not turn up or cannot attend. "That's not right and - [Wales playing 'catch-up' as delays to environmental protections cause widespread scrutiny](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/wales-playing-catch-up-as-delays-to-environmental-protections-cause-widespread-scrutiny/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members warned Wales is playing catch-up after the Welsh Government took more than seven years to bring forward a bill to plug gaps in environmental protections. Delyth Jewell expressed concerns about delays in introducing the environment bill which aims to reverse nature loss, with one in six species now at risk of extinction in - [Memorial plaque for COVID victims unveiled in Ferryside](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/memorial-plaque-for-covid-victims-unveiled-in-ferryside/) - [tta_listen_btn] A memorial plaque to remember those who died and were affected by the Covid-19 pandemic was unveiled in Ferryside, Carmarthenshire this weekend (Saturday, 31st May 2025) by members of the Ferryside Village Forum and local Member of Parliament, Dame Nia Griffith. Situated in the community garden at the Calon y Fferi Community Centre, the - [Ban on Single Use Vapes comes into force across the UK](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/ban-on-single-use-vapes-comes-into-force-across-the-uk/) - [tta_listen_btn] This week, a nationwide ban on single use vapes has come into force in a bid to reduce the environmental harm caused by their production and incorrect disposal. Keep Wales Tidy estimates that over just one year, 360,000 single-use vapes are littered on the ground in Wales, while 120,000 are flushed down the toilet. - [Calls for independent Senedd harassment complaints process](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/calls-for-independent-senedd-harassment-complaints-process/) - [tta_listen_btn] Witnesses called for a fully independent process to deal with bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct by Senedd members amid concerns about politics trumping fairness. Jane Runeckles, of the FDA trade union – which primarily represents civil service managers – urged Wales to follow Westminster's lead by setting up an independent complaints process. - [Police to crack down on off-road biking and e-Scooter related anti-social behaviour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/police-to-crack-down-on-off-road-biking-and-e-scooter-related-anti-social-behaviour/) - [tta_listen_btn] Welsh communities affected by off-road biking and intimidating street racing are set to benefit from new police powers to crack down on anti-social behaviour and deliver safer streets through the Plan for Change. Perpetrators of anti-social driving face having their cars, e-scooters or off-road bikes seized and destroyed after 48 hours under stronger powers - [Bridgend man jailed after investigation into manufacturing and supply of DNP diet pills](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/bridgend-man-jailed-after-investigation-into-manufacturing-and-supply-of-dnp-diet-pills/) - [tta_listen_btn] A man from Maesteg, Bridgend has been jailed for 3 years after a multi-agency investigation into his manufacture and supply of DNP diet pills. DNP, which stands for 2,4-Dinitrophenol, is an industrial chemical that has been illegally sold as a diet pill for weight loss. DNP is poisonous to humans and has been banned - [Return of fully operational paediatric service to Bronglais Hospital](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/return-of-fully-operational-paediatric-service-to-bronglais-hospital/) - [tta_listen_btn] Hywel Dda University Health Board has approved the return of a fully operational paediatric service at Bronglais Hospital. The return of children’s services comes following the recruitment of new nursing staff that means the unit is now fully staffed. In September 2024, Hywel Dda University Health Board announced that children requiring more than 36-hours - [Cardiff mana convicted of James Brorgan murder](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/cardiff-mana-convicted-of-james-brorgan-murder/) - [tta_listen_btn] Georgie Tanetta, 20, was convicted of the murder of James Brogan (pictured) at Newport Crown Court earlier today (May 29). A jury found him guilty following a trial and he will be sentenced on June 27. James Brogan died after being stabbed by Georgie Tannetta on November 12. He was found with serious injuries - [Burglary in Swiss Valley](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/burglary-in-swiss-valley/) - [tta_listen_btn] Officers are investigating a burglary at a property in Llys Westfa, Swiss Valley, that is believed to have taken place on Tuesday May 27, sometime between 6.30am and 9pm. A number of jewellery items and cash were reported stolen from the property. Were you in the area at the time? Or perhaps reside locally - [Sun shines on Celtic Nations Walking Football Tournament](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/sun-shines-on-celtic-nations-walking-football-tournament/) - The sun and accompanying weather made for a spectacular day on Sunday 18th of May when Walking Football over 50s-60s-70s teams from England and the Celtic Nations world of Football initiative came together from across the country to compete in a tournament at the Underhill Hub in Mumbles, Swansea. WATCH: https://vimeo.com/1089034228?share=copy#t=0 The tournament was a - [Tributes paid to 'much loved' Cllr Gary Robert Jones](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/llanelli/tributes-paid-to-much-loved-cllr-gary-robert-jones/) - [tta_listen_btn] Politicians Pay Tribute to Llangennech County Councillor who Passed away Following Battle with Cancer Politicians including Llanelli MP Dame Nia Griffith have paid tribute to Llangennech County Councillor Gary Jones who passed away on Tuesday 2th May after a battle with cancer. Gary was a Labour councillor for the ward who fought for the - [Chapel works in national park's newest conservation area approved](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/chapel-works-in-national-parks-newest-conservation-area-approved/) - [tta_listen_btn] Plans for improvements to a chapel in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park’s newest conservation area, made by one of its own officers, have been approved. Designated in 2024, the Cresswell Quay Conservation Area is the National Park’s newest conservation area. Applicant Rob Scourfield, a national park officer, had applied in his role as secretary of - [New building needs at Machynlleth golf club due to a rise in players](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/new-building-needs-at-machynlleth-golf-club-due-to-a-rise-in-players/) - [tta_listen_btn] DUE to a rise in the number of players taking to the fairways of a Powys golf club, plans for a new building there have been lodged with county planners. The application has been made by Machynlleth Golf Club for a new replacement shed to store machinery and equipment used by the greenkeepers to maintain - [Planners lift restriction to allow all year use of caravan site near Lake Vyrnwy](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/planners-lift-restriction-to-allow-all-year-use-of-caravan-site-near-lake-vyrnwy/) - [tta_listen_btn] STATIC caravan owners who regularly visit a site near Lake Vyrnwy will not have to stay away for large chunks of the year from now on. This is because Powys county planners have agreed to remove restrictions dating from the 1970s which say when people can stay at Fronheulog caravan park at Llanwddyn, which - [Staffing and recruitment issues cause delays to Bridgend's grass cutting service](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/staffing-and-recruitment-issues-cause-delays-to-bridgends-grass-cutting-service/) - [tta_listen_btn] Members of Bridgend council have been updated on issues with the recruitment of seasonal staff which has led to delays in grass-cutting across the county borough . The update came as part of an all-member briefing from the council’s cabinet member for climate change and environment Cllr Paul Davies. This was later shared by - [MP says planned centre for female offenders in Swansea should be opened](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/swansea/mp-says-planned-centre-for-female-offenders-in-swansea-should-be-opened/) - [tta_listen_btn] A RESIDENTIAL centre for female offenders should be prioritised in Swansea, an MP has said. Ruth Jones, chairwoman of the Welsh Affairs Select Committee, called on Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Shabana Mahmood, to press ahead with plans set out by the previous Conservative Government for such a facility in Cockett. - [Corey Gauci sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Colin Richards](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/corey-gauci-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-the-murder-of-colin-richards/) - [tta_listen_btn] Corey Gauci went on the run after murdering dad-of-seven Colin Richards in Ely, Cardiff. After a three-week manhunt involving several other police forces, Gauci and accomplice James O'Driscoll were arrested in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. On Friday, May 23, Gauci was sentenced to life in prison and was told he must serve a minimum of 24 - [Plaid Cymru demands end to ‘shameful’ pensions justice](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/plaid-cymru-demands-end-to-shameful-pensions-justice/) - [tta_listen_btn] Senedd members called out the "shameful", long-standing pensions injustice faced by thousands of women born in the 1950s, coal miners, and steelworkers. Plaid Cymru's Heledd Fychan backed the 1950s Women of Wales group's campaign for justice for women affected by changes to the pension age. Millions of women saw their retirement plans - ['Determined' paedophile sentenced to over six years for sex offences against young girls](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/determined-paedophile-sentenced-to-over-six-years-for-sex-offences-against-young-girls/) - [tta_listen_btn] A 60-year-old “determined paedophile” has been sentenced to six years and seven months in prison for sex offences against girls as young as nine years old. Steven Loveridge of Ystalyfera was charged with two counts of indecent exposure, two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity and a further three counts - [Family pay tribute to 'honest and hardworking' grandfather who lost his life in RTC near Coelbren](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/family-pay-tribute-to-honest-and-hardworking-grandfather-who-lost-his-life-in-rtc-near-coelbren/) - [tta_listen_btn] The family of a grandfather whose “quiet strength and gentle humour were a constant source of support and warmth to those around him,” have paid tribute to him. Malcolm John Shopland, aged 72, from Ystradgynlais, was cycling when he was involved in a two-vehicle road traffic collision on the A4221 near Coelbren, at the junction - [Planners back Aberystwyth car-park extension despite objections](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/planners-back-aberystwyth-car-park-extension-despite-objections/) - [tta_listen_btn] Ceredigion planners have backed a proposed expansion of an Aberystwyth car park which would see more than 250 spaces available, despite objections from the town council on flood risk grounds. In an application recommended for approval at the May 14 meeting of Ceredigion County Council’s development management committee, the county council sought permission for - [National Park refuse 'alien' and 'industrial' metal gates for Tenby Harbour](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/national-park-refuse-alien-and-industrial-metal-gates-for-tenby-harbour/) - [tta_listen_btn] Council plans for ‘alien’ and ‘industrial’ metal gates to prevent vehicle entry on to Tenby’s iconic harbour have been refused by the national park. In an application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Pembrokeshire County Council sought permission to install a swing gate that prevents unauthorised vehicle entry, but allowing pedestrians, at Tenby Harbour Yacht - [Bluestone's Blue Lagoon Water Park to open to the public for May half-term](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/pembrokeshire-news/bluestones-blue-lagoon-water-park-to-open-to-the-public-for-may-half-term/) - [tta_listen_btn] Bluestone’s Blue Lagoon Water Park will open its doors to the public for a special charity evening during the May half-term holidays, with all proceeds supporting Milford Youth Matters – a local charity dedicated to empowering young people in Pembrokeshire. Taking place on Tuesday 27th May, the event is part of the Bluestone Foundation’s - [Dame Nia Griffith MP - "Statement on WRU Regional Rugby funding change announcement"](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/dame-nia-griffith-mp-statement-on-wru-regional-rugby-funding-change-announcement/) - [tta_listen_btn] The following is a statement by Dame Nia Griffith MP on the WRU Regional Rugby funding change announcement: “The announcement on regional rugby funding from the Welsh Rugby Union over the weekend, with little consultation or detail as to what is to follow next, has generated nothing but chaos and uncertainty. Leaked the night - [Week of action for SCEPTRE - the policing approach to tackling knife crime](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/week-of-action-for-sceptre-the-policing-approach-to-tackling-knife-crime/) - [tta_listen_btn] SCEPTRE | Dyfed-Powys Police are joining forces nationally for Sceptre, the policing approach to tackling knife crime, and a week of action will take place between Monday the 19th and Sunday 25th May 2025. During the week Neighbourhood Policing Teams will be visiting and liaising with retailers to offer advice on legislation and the - [Couple jailed after footage of them sexually abusing a child shared online](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/couple-jailed-after-footage-of-them-sexually-abusing-a-child-shared-online/) - [tta_listen_btn] A couple from Wales have been jailed for 23 years each after footage was shared online of them sexually abusing a child. Jonathan Leonard, 58, from Caldicot, Monmouthshire, and Ann Bray, 62, from Newport were arrested by officers from the National Crime Agency in September 2024 after information was received from the FBI. Both - [Blue Flags to fly over three of Ceredigion's popular beaches](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/blue-flags-to-fly-over-three-of-ceredigions-popular-beaches/) - [tta_listen_btn] Blue Flags will again be flown at three of Ceredigion's most popular beaches in 2025 at Borth, Llangrannog and Tresaith with an additional six beaches achieving Seaside Award status and a further four obtaining the coveted rural Green Coast Award. Beaches achieving Blue Flag and Green Coast Award status must meet the highest overall - [Dyfed-Powys Police partners with MedicAlert to introduce 'Herbert Protocol'](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/nationalnews/dyfed-powys-police-partners-with-medicalert-to-introduce-herbert-protocol/) - [tta_listen_btn] Every year, at least 40,000+ people living with dementia are reported missing for the first time. Dyfed-Powys Police has announced its partnership with the charity MedicAlert to introduce a new missing person's protocol across the Dyfed-Powys Police area. The Herbert Protocol (named after George Herbert, a War veteran of the Normandy landings, who lived - [Rural Bus operators petrified by Welsh Gov plans for London-style bus network in Wales](https://www.carmarthenshirenewsonline.com/carmarthenshire-news/rural-bus-operators-petrified-by-welsh-gov-plans-for-london-style-bus-network-in-wales/) - [tta_listen_btn] Rural bus operators are petrified by the Welsh Government's plans to introduce a London-style bus network in Wales, the industry warned. Scott Pearson, chair of the Coach and Bus Association Cymru, gave evidence on the bus bill which seeks to bring buses into public control, with operators bidding for contracts. 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