Author: Rhys Gregory

BBC Cymru Wales has announced two brand new factual programmes at the Wales Screen Summit; a documentary focussing on one of Wales’ most accomplished artists, Gwen John and a two-part series on the musical revolution the press called “Cool Cymru”. Presented by BBC Radio 1’s Sian Eleri, Gwen John (w/t) delves into the extraordinary life of the trailblazing Welsh artist whose intimate portraits captured women’s lives in a way that few artists of her time achieved. Coinciding with a major exhibition of her work at Amgueddfa Cymru, titled Gwen John: Strange Beauties, the documentary explores the woman behind the work.…

Swansea Arts Weekend audiences will be the very first to experience a special preview of When Pelé Broke Our Hearts, a Theatr na nÓg rehearsed reading of Nick Davies and Brett Davies’ new play, based on Mario Risoli’s much-loved book. Ahead of a future planned tour, an accomplished cast will perform an abridged version of the play; a quirky, heartfelt sports comedy about borrowed kit, lost passports, jumpers for goalposts, and the unbreakable bond of five footballers who all grew up on the same Swansea street. At its core, it also tackles one of society’s most overlooked issues: male mental…

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Wales has outlined its priorities for the Welsh Government’s Draft Budget 2026-27 to the Senedd Finance Committee, calling for bold and crucial measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) amidst economic challenges and political transition. With the upcoming 2026 Senedd election and a new, larger Senedd on the horizon, FSB Wales stresses the critical need for a budget that delivers immediate relief and long-term stability to empower SMEs to drive job creation and economic growth across Wales. FSB Wales is the authoritative voice of businesses across Wales, advocating for a better social, political, and…

Wales is set for a mostly dry and settled few days, according to the latest Met Office forecast, with pleasant autumn sunshine expected across much of the country heading into the weekend. ThursdayAny remaining mist and fog patches will lift quickly after dawn, making way for a dry day with a mix of cloud and sunny intervals. It’ll feel mild and comfortable in the sunshine, with temperatures reaching up to 18°C. Thursday nightCloud will build in from the east later this evening, while the west could see clearer skies leading to a chilly night with patches of mist and fog.…

Two men charged in connection with an incident involving a firearm in Pyle on Monday, September 22, 2025, appeared at Cardiff Magistrates Court on Monday, October 6, charged with multiple offences. Kian Darkes, 20, was charged with possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life, conspiring to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, possessing a loaded firearm in a public place and participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group. Kyle Long, 39, was charged with possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life, possessing a loaded firearm in a public place, participating in the criminal activities of…

The future of electric transport in Wales will be on full display this October, with Transport for Wales announced as the headline sponsor of the EV Rally Cymru 2025. Taking place on 22 and 23 October 2025, the high-profile event celebrating Wales’ leadership in sustainable mobility will see a convoy of electric vehicles (EVs) travel from Wrexham to Cardiff, via Ynys Môn, Aberystwyth and Pembrokeshire. The route will showcase the growing strength of Wales’ EV infrastructure and highlight key green energy and transport initiatives along the way. Tony Clayton, Decarbonisation Programme Manager at TfW, said: “Powering the EV Rally Cymru…

Put the date in your diaries – Swansea is once again coming together to spread some festive cheer to people in need at a very special Christmas event. A free two-course Christmas dinner for people who are vulnerable, feel isolated or may be homeless will be the centrepiece of an event at the Brangwyn Hall laid on by JR Events and Catering with support from Swansea Council on Tuesday December 9. Lasting from noon until 3pm, the Together at Christmas event will also see entertainment and representatives from a range of services and charities providing information on assistance available. It…

Almost £1m will be spent in Neath Port Talbot over the next two years on a ‘nature on your doorstep’ project to reconnect communities with the outdoors. Neath Port Talbot Council Countryside and Wildlife Team has received the funding from the Welsh Government’s Local Places for Nature fund. The aim is to restore and enhance nature across Wales where people live, work and access public services. The focus is on the engagement and participation of local people in nature through small scale activities that can make a big difference to their local areas. The programme starts now and finishes at…

The Coed-Ely Solar Farm is now officially switched on and supplying electricity directly to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. This means that one of our most vital public services is being powered by energy generated right here in our community. Built on a reclaimed colliery site, the solar farm features 9,000 panels and produces enough electricity to power around 1,800 homes each year, and as well as powering homes, that energy is helping keep the lights on, machines running, and care flowing at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Further to this, the project has created local jobs and generated over £600,000 in…

A campus of a south Powys primary school could close as part of proposals being considered by the county council. Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan opened in September 2024 by bringing together three schools under one governing body. The school is currently spread across three sites in Brecon and Cradoc, before it moves to a brand-new, purpose-built school on the former Brecon High School site, designed to bring everyone together under one roof. Plans for the new building are moving forward with real momentum. With support from the Welsh Government and Powys County Council, the vision is becoming reality. A…