Author: Rhys Gregory

Plans to improve mobile phone connectivity in Swansea city centre have taken a major step forward. A new agreement between Swansea Council and a company called Freshwave will see small cell technology installed on street lighting to help boost network capacity during busy times. Virgin Media O2 has committed to deploying up to 10 small cells initially in the city centre, with further investments anticipated. The small cells also support the potential implementation of other technology to monitor things like smart bins and air pollution. The agreement aligns with the Swansea Bay City Deal Digital Infrastructure Programme’s goal to generate…

The draft plan sets out actions that the council and communities can take to help improve the air quality in the most polluted areas of the city. These areas are referred to in the plan as air quality management areas (AQMAs). Newport currently has 11 AQMAs, five of which are about to be revoked having been fully compliant for several years. These five are all centred around motorway junctions. The draft plan, which is set to run through to 2028, focuses on our six remaining AQMAs, which are: Caerleon Caerleon Road and Chepstow Road Caerphilly Road Cefn Road George Street…

The first national scheme of its kind in the UK, which will protect Welsh local authorities and all fire and rescue services in Wales from cyber-attacks, has launched today (Friday, May 10). Led by the Welsh Government, in collaboration with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, CymruSOC (Security Operations Centre) will help ensure key organisations can continue offering critical services without disruption due to cyber-attacks. The SOC service, which will be managed by Cardiff-based firm, Socura, will safeguard the data of the majority of the Welsh population, as well as 60,000 employees across the public sector. First Minister, Vaughan Gething said:…

Six new sites were named this week by Climate Change and Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies on a visit to meet woodland volunteers at a site in Coed y Bont near Tregaron. The National Forest for Wales status scheme will create a network of woodlands running the length and breadth of Wales with interconnected ecosystems. The six new sites confirmed by the Cabinet Secretary are: Castle Copse in Abergavenny Cwm George and Casehill Woods in Dinas Powys Chirk Castle, Wrexham Warren Wood in Powys Coed Rhyal in Carmarthen Bay Penllergare Valley Woods near Swansea Mr Irranca-Davies said: “It was great…

Wales Airshow fans seeking an elevated experience can now buy tickets for the event’s Flight Deck. The Airshow is due to attract tens of thousands of people on July 6 and 7 July with a series of world class displays over Swansea Bay. Wales Airshow is free – but tickets are now on sale for the hugely popular Flight Deck, supported by Travel House. Right at the heart of the display area, this relaxed, fenced off and secure seating zone guarantees prime, unobstructed views of the air displays. Open from 11am-6pm on both days, there are tables, chairs, a marquee…

Sport Pembrokeshire have been delighted to host the 2024 Pembrokeshire Schools Disability Swimming Gala. The event took place at Fishguard Leisure Centre on Tuesday 30th April. This is the 16th year the event has been generously sponsored by Stena Line. There was a fantastic turn out and support, with nearly forty children from eight Pembrokeshire primary schools and secondary schools participating in the event. The gala gives disabled children a wonderful opportunity to showcase their skills and participate in a range of swimming styles. The children took part in ten events with lots of heats ranging from 9m assisted float…

Kier teamed up with Careers Wales to construct an outdoor learning space for the pupils of Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe in Swansea. The big build took place at the school earlier this year, with pupils taking part in the construction activity and gaining valuable careers learning. 43 pupils across years 9, 10 and 11 worked closely with the Kier team across the week, learning about the construction processes and working together as a team with help from local contractors Ian Williams Carpentry and HD carpentry. The participating pupils were given a full health and safety induction, before setting to…

A property owned by Caerphilly County Borough Council has been served with a Closure Order, following persistent incidents of nuisance and anti-social behaviour. The application for the Order was successfully submitted by the Council’s Caerphilly Homes Anti-Social Behaviour Team.  The property had been the focus for nuisance and anti-social behaviour for a considerable period, with a number of residents contacting the team for help to address the issues. Complaints were received regarding unacceptable noise for extended periods and at unsociable hours, fighting inside the property with associated arguments spilling out into shared public space outside. The Closure Order means that,…

The UK is lucky to have many female athletes who can compete and win on the world stage. Let’s look at three of them, all of whom have major events to compete in this year. Katie Boulter  When you think of female UK tennis players, the first name that comes to mind is Emma Raducanu. However, the former US Open champion is not our top ranked player. That honour goes to Katie Boulter who could well be seeded at upcoming Grand Slam events. Boulter is in the top 30 at present and has already had a memorable 2024. The year…

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