Senedd Committee told, Complaints over 20mph changes reduced but related vandalism of concern
Lee Waters has told a scrutiny committee at the Senedd that his meeting with council leaders to discuss the 20mph limits across Wales was very positive. Answering questions from members of the Climate Change Environment and Infrastructure Committee the Deputy…
Senedd prepares for devolution of powers over youth justice system, probation and policing
By Chris Haines, ICNN Senedd reporter Welsh ministers are preparing for the devolution of powers over youth justice, probation and policing, the Senedd heard. Jane Hutt told MSs the Welsh Government is not just making the case for powers over…
Train services heading in ‘wrong direction’ claim opposition MSs
By Chris Haines, ICNN Senedd reporter Train services in Wales are heading in the wrong direction under Transport for Wales, according to opposition MSs. Delyth Jewell, Plaid Cymru’s shadow transport minister, welcomed the announcement of an additional £125 million for…
One person hospitalised following collision on A484 near Cynwyl Elfed
The road between Cynwyl Elfed and Carmarthen was closed on Friday (Oct 13) following a road traffic collision involving a single vehicle. It is one of a number of accidents on the road in recent months. The road has also…
Plaid Cymru and SNP renew ‘shared political project’ on securing independence for Wales and Scotland
PLAID Cymru and the SNP have today renewed their ‘shared political project’ on securing independence for their respective nations. A joint statement by Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth and SNP Leader and First Minister Humza Yousaf reaffirmed the…
Age Cymru Dyfed host Virtual Reality sessions
AGE Cymru Dyfed are hosting a virtual reality session in Llanelli during Get Online Week. The sessions run all week at their Llanelli Office. The organisation is inviting people to go along to have a cup of coffee and have…
Sporting legends back #11speed charity at successful inaugural launch
The great and the good of the sporting world lent their support to a newly formed charity, which aims to support mental health charities across the UK. #11Speed is the brainchild of former Wales football kit-man and nutritionist Tony Quaglia…
Senedd debates failing bus service in Wales
There was a comprehensive debate on the state of bus services in Wales at the Plenary on Wednesday (Oct 4) at the Senedd. Welsh Conservative MS Natasha Asghar talked about the need for certainty of future funding, and she quoted…
High Court orders Carmarthenshire County Council to pay contractor over £3m
Carmarthenshire County Council have been ordered to pay a contractor £3.3m following a hearing at the High Court of Justice on September 23rd, which dismissed the council’s argument for postponement of payment. Alun Griffiths (Contractors) Limited sought summary judgment in…
A dapper welcome at the seaside for Elvis fans this weekend
Wednesday 20 September, 2023. Porthcawl. Festival goers will be welcomed by a dapper Cor Meibion Porthcawl this weekend thanks to Ogi – Wales’s home-grown broadband provider – as the 19th Elvis themed event gets underway in the town. Formed in…