Author: Rhys Gregory

Cardiff has been selected to host the 2029 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final, bringing one of the biggest occasions in women’s club football to the National Stadium of Wales. The Football Association of Wales (FAW) submitted its successful technical bid to UEFA with support from the Welsh Government, Cardiff Council and the National Stadium of Wales. The FAW said the event would provide a platform to accelerate the continued growth of women’s and girls’ football across Wales, while showcasing Welsh football, culture, language and identity to supporters from across Europe. Hosting the final will build on a period of significant…

A three-week traffic study around Neath town centre is set to begin next week, Neath Port Talbot Council said. The council said the study will provide an up-to-date picture of how vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists move around the town and will help inform future transport planning and investment decisions. Temporary cameras and other survey equipment will be installed at selected locations around the town centre to record traffic movements and travel patterns. Information gathered will be used to assess issues such as congestion, journey time reliability, network resilience and the potential impact of future transport improvements, development projects and regeneration…

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is asking the public to help shape leaflets and guides for recreational cycling routes across the county borough. The council’s Leisure and Tourism teams are reviewing existing recreational cycling routes and want feedback on the kinds of routes people would like to see presented, how routes are used now, what works well and what could be improved. The survey also covers maps, leaflets and online information used to choose and access routes and nearby facilities and attractions. Feedback is sought on family-friendly routes, more challenging rides and routes with food or drink stops, as well as…

Jobseekers are being invited to meet employers at the Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and Partners Jobs Fair on Thursday 15 October 2026. The free event will run from 10am to 2pm at Pontypridd Library, Llys Cadwyn, CF37 4TH, with a quiet hour from 1pm to 2pm. Visitors will be able to speak to recruiting employers, find out about current vacancies and start applications on the day. Workshops on interview preparation and CV writing will also be offered, and council staff will be available to advise on careers with Rhondda Cynon Taf Council. Roles will be available across a variety of…

Professor Patrick Prendergast has been announced as chair of an independent review of higher education in Wales. The review will examine how higher education in Wales is funded and organised, including student support, institutional funding, research and the sustainability of the sector. Professor Prendergast is the former Provost and President of Trinity College Dublin and is the current Chair of Southeast Technological University in Ireland. Having spent his career in the Irish higher education sector, he brings an independent, external perspective to the review. He will be supported by a small panel of experts in higher education policy, finance and…

Pembrokeshire County Council has launched a new range of grants to help local businesses grow and invest, cut carbon emissions and support the regeneration of town centres. The funding is delivered in partnership with the UK Government and the Welsh Government and is aimed at businesses, property owners and town centre projects across the county. Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Education and Regeneration, Cllr Paul Miller, said: “The launch of these schemes represents a significant opportunity for businesses and communities across Pembrokeshire to access financial support for investment, growth and regeneration. “Whether you are starting a new business, planning…

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Dads Together initiative has expanded to St Davids and Manorbier, alongside its existing sessions at Havergardd community garden. Dads Together is run by the council’s Early Intervention team and is aimed at dads and grandads who want to spend time outdoors with babies and young children. The group offers a chance to meet other local dads, share experiences, and take part in messy play, planting and growing. Cabinet Member for Communities, Cllr Sam Skyrme-Blackhall, said: “There has been a really positive uptake so far, along with some great ideas from the dads themselves about the kinds of…

A Merthyr Tydfil town centre shop has been ordered to close after repeated sales of illicit tobacco and vaping products. On 10 September 2026, Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates’ Court ordered DJ Mini Market, High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, to close under section 80 of the Anti‑Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. The Closure Order followed an application by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council’s Trading Standards team. The court was told Trading Standards had carried out several enforcement operations at the premises relating to the possession and supply of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes. The council said the activities presented a nuisance…

Newport is set to build on its growing reputation for culture, creativity and events, with an additional £100,000 being made available to support the city’s programme next year. The funding will help Newport City Council continue developing its calendar of events, with the aim of attracting more people into the city centre while supporting local businesses and venues. It will also help create opportunities for local artists and performers and give residents more reasons to enjoy events and activities taking place across Newport. Councillor Emma Corten, cabinet member for culture and communications, said: “Over the last few years we’ve seen…

In 2026, South Korea is experiencing a remarkable transformation in its tourism sector, attracting strong interest from travelers who discover destinations through social platforms and online travel content. The country has successfully merged three powerful forces: A highly connected digital environment A globally exportable K-content ecosystem An active government strategy designed to convert digital attention into physical travel demand Consequently, South Korea is now a primary source and subject of social media travel content. Creators, platforms, and agencies actively transform the massive global attention generated by K-pop, dramas, films, and regional culture into tangible destination demand. How is K-content actively shifting…