Author: Rhys Gregory

More than 40 businesses came together today at the Hugh James offices in Cardiff for the fifth Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid Men’s Network event, with the focus firmly on leadership and resilience. The session, Building Resilient Leaders, gave those in the room a chance to hear honest stories about bouncing back from challenges, whether personal or professional, and how the same mindset that gets people through tough times in sport can also be applied in business. Guest speaker Ben Whitehouse, one of only three people to referee more than 100 United Rugby Championship games and more than…

South Wales Police have arrested three men following a pursuit in Cardiff on Monday night. The incident began when the driver of a car failed to stop for officers on Clifton Street in Cardiff. Officers engaged in a pursuit to protect the public, bringing the incident to a safe resolution on Newport Road in Rumney. The driver and two passengers were arrested for numerous offences, including possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. A 22-year-old man from Splott and two 18-year-old men from Butetown and Trowbridge remain in police custody. South Wales Police confirmed it was a team effort…

LEARNERS are travelling from across the UK to rural North Wales, inspired by a trailblazing Animal Management team. Coleg Cambria Northop is home to one of the UK’s most idyllic academic environments, and it is there you will find a group of dedicated staff and lecturers whose passion for animal welfare, conservation, and education has been inspiring students for years. From exotic species to domestic care, scientific theory to real-world practice, they bring unparalleled insight and enthusiasm to every lesson. Sadie Thackaberry, Programme Leader for HND Animal Management and FE Curriculum Leader for Animal Care, is a dedicated lecturer with…

Swansea Council has issued an update on the ongoing disruption at Cwmbwrla roundabout following recent flooding. The route into the city centre remains closed to traffic while essential pumping equipment is in place to divert water away from a damaged culvert located near Cwmfelin Social Club. This work is also allowing for the removal and replacement of damaged pumps that were affected during the flooding. Council officials have said that without this equipment, the risk of further flooding remains high, particularly with more heavy rainfall forecast. Once the pumping work is completed, one lane of Carmarthen Road will be reopened…

A brand-new children’s play area has officially opened in Llanrumney, bringing a safe and fun space for families to enjoy in the heart of the community. The play area, located next to Llanrumney Hall, was shaped by ideas from local councillors and feedback gathered during public engagement in 2024. Delivered through Cardiff Council’s Neighbourhood Renewal Scheme (NRS) and supported by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, the project aims to provide a welcoming space where children can play and families can come together. The NRS is a city-wide programme designed to support local regeneration priorities. It delivers small-scale projects put…

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain across parts of Wales on Wednesday 17 September, with heavy downpours expected to cause disruption throughout the day. The warning is in place from 6am until 11pm on Wednesday, with forecasters warning that flooding and travel delays are possible. What to expect Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible Spray and surface water on roads may cause longer journey times Disruption to bus and train services is likely A chance of some interruption to power supplies and other services Forecast details Rain will become persistent and at…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after being found guilty of multiple counts of sexual assault. 71-year-old Stewart Read, from Gorseinon, intentionally touched two separate victims on multiple occasions. He was ultimately found guilty of nine counts of sexual assault on a female victim. Read has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison. Detective Constable Sarah Cook said: “Stewart Read is clearly an incredible dangerous man who repeatedly lays his hands on women in a sexual manner without their consent. “He obviously derived a sick pleasure from what he was doing, and his not guilty pleas…

A devoted Wrexham couple say they fear for their severely disabled son’s future care if a North Wales charity fails to survive a funding crisis. Anheddau, which supports 140 disabled people in Gwynedd, Conwy, Anglesey, Denbighshire and Wrexham, is teetering on the financial brink with 400 jobs also at risk The news has alarmed Sheila and Mike Meadows whose son Gareth, 46, receives daily support from Anheddau care staff in Wrexham – helping him live a “full and meaningful life” The root of the problem is that the charity is facing an additional annual bill of £400,000 because of the…

Tim Davie will speak on the final day of the Wales Screen Summit 2025 as the BBC looks to the future with the renewal of its Royal Charter. The Director General of the BBC will take part in a fireside chat with summit host Steffan Powell, discussing the future of broadcasting and the BBC’s place within it at the end of the two-day conference at The Parkgate Hotel, Cardiff, on October 7 and 8. The premier event for the film and television sector in Wales will see opportunities to hear from leading professionals shaping the future growth of the industry,…

British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru report draws on two years of consultation with patients, clinicians, and public health experts, and sets out a bold framework for change. It identifies four key priorities to tackle the crisis: Deliver a Wales CVD Prevention Plan – A fully funded, cross-sectoral strategy to drive national progress. Boost Public Awareness and Empowerment – A national campaign to help people understand their blood pressure numbers and take control of their health. Transform Systems of Care – Community and at-home blood pressure monitoring integrated with primary care. Improve Data Collection and Use – A national hypertension dashboard…