Author: Rhys Gregory

Patients in Wales are being left stuck in hospital beds for weeks longer than necessary due to a lack of suitable housing and support, with delays costing the equivalent of £31,500 in NHS bed capacity each night according to new research published today by Community Housing Cymru (CHC). Russell Williams is one of them. When he  was declared medically fit for discharge from hospital in early 2024, he should have been able to go home. Instead, he spent another year in an NHS bed because there was no suitable home for him to move to. CHC’s research reveals that Russell’s…

National Trust Cymru is inviting applications for a new Contract Holder (Tenant) to live at Glan yr Afon, a traditional three‑bedroom Welsh farmhouse set beside one of Wales’s most significant historic homes, Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant in Conwy. Glan yr Afon neighbours Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant, the birthplace of Bishop William Morgan, whose 1588 translation of the Bible into Welsh played a crucial role in safeguarding the Welsh language. Today, Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant is a treasured National Trust property, welcoming visitors from across the world. Nestled in the wooded landscape of the Wybrnant valley near Penmachno, Glan yr Afon offers a rare…

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a great-grandmother whose generosity helped launch a top Welsh food wholesale company after she passed away aged 102. Dorothy Edwards, affectionately known as “Granny Dot”, played a pivotal role in the creation of Harlech Foodservice after backing her family with a crucial loan more than 50 years ago. In 1972, Dorothy and her husband Harry loaned £6,000 – the equivalent of £100,000 today – enabling their daughter Gill and son-in-law Colin Foskett to buy a frozen food shop and wholesale business in Harlech. That bold move laid the foundation for the successful, family run…

To celebrate the arrival of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Vue Cardiff is hosting a special ‘Runway Ready’ screening of the hotly anticipated sequel at 6.30pm this Saturday (2 May). For fashionistas who think they have what it takes to meet Miranda Priestly’s sky-high fashion standards, Vue welcomes customers to attend the screening clad in their most fabulous attire. Fans will also have the opportunity to pick up a limited-edition copy of Runway Magazine. To claim a copy of the magazine, customers can present a copy of their booking confirmation email to a member of staff. A total of 6,000 copies of the magazine are available on a first-come first-served basis. David Cameron, Head of Marketing at Vue UK & Ireland, said: “In the making for 20 years, we knew we had to do something extra special for…

RSPCA Cymru is appealing for information after an injured gull found in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil, was found to be shot. The adult male gull was spotted by a concerned home owner on Thursday (23 April) at Rhodfa Terrace, and contacted the RSPCA. “The gull was dragging its wing and was collapsing to the ground, so was clearly injured and in distress,” said RSPCA Animal Rescue Officer Ethan Griffin, who was called to the scene. “When I got there I could see the gull was in a very poor way and appeared to have an injury to its stomach. “I transferred…

As Wales goes to the polls in what is set to be a historic election, with the backdrop of a cost-living-crisis polling from across Wales continue to show overwhelming support for stronger action on climate, nature, clean energy and pollution;. New polling highlighted by Climate Cymru partners , including Friends of the Earth Cymru, WWF Cymru and RSPB Cymru , shows that concern about climate change remains high across Wales. Six in ten people (60%) say they are worried about climate change, rising sharply to 78% among 16–29 year olds. The research also reveals growing public concern about the impacts…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after a jury found him guilty of rape. 41-year-old Abdul Shahid, from Sketty, falsely gave his victim the impression that he was an Uber driver when he picked her up in Swansea city centre. Instead, he drove her through dark roads before stopping at a car park, where he went on to rape her. After pleading not guilty to all charges, Shahid was found guilty of two counts of rape and one count of assault by penetration. He has been handed an extended sentence of 18 years in prison. Detective Constable Claire Davies…

35-year-old man has been jailed for sexually assaulting a child and possessing indecent images of children. Ben Caunce of Banks Road, Mancot, appeared for sentencing at Mold Crown Court on Monday 27 April. He previously admitted eight counts of sexual assault of a child and possession of over 200 Category A indecent images and videos of a child – which is the most serious type. He also pleaded guilty to having over 200 Category B indecent images and videos, almost 300 Category C images and videos and showing an indecent image of a child to another person. He also admitted…

New data from Alzheimer’s Society Cymru shows the Welsh public wants dementia placed firmly at the top of the political agenda, with clear calls for better diagnosis, improved access to treatments and health and social care ready to meet growing demand. The findings from more than a thousand adults surveyed across Wales come as the country continues to record some of the lowest dementia diagnosis rates in the UK, leaving thousands of families without clarity, support or access to treatments. It’s estimated that 51,000 people are living with dementia in Wales, rising to 70,000 by 20401. Only 57% of people in…

In today’s homes, the bathroom is no longer just a functional space. It has become an integral part of overall interior design, reflecting lifestyle, comfort and personal taste. As expectations rise, so does the complexity of creating a space that is both practical and visually appealing. This is where a professional bathroom design service becomes not only useful, but essential. Balancing functionality and aesthetics One of the main reasons homeowners turn to a bathroom design service is the need to balance practicality with visual appeal. A bathroom must meet everyday needs while also creating a comfortable and inviting environment. Achieving…