Author: Rhys Gregory

The Welsh Government has today renewed its commitment to making Wales a safe place for women and girls, at a national summit marking ten years since the introduction of Wales’s Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) Act. The summit, co-hosted by the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice and South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner brought together public sector and specialist sector leaders to reflect on progress and accelerate urgent action needed to tackle this crisis. Survivors were at the heart of the summit, sharing powerful testimonies about their lived experiences. Their voices provided stark reminders of why…

The free Get Welsh Words website answers the common question “What’s the Welsh word for…?” Whether it’s in the classroom, on social media or in the workplace, Get Welsh Words is here to help people find out where to get Welsh words and phrases. The website is the place to start if you’re looking for Welsh dictionaries and terminology databases. It’s available now and can be accessed on computers, tablets and smartphones. The official launch coincides with European Day of Languages 2025, which celebrates the rich linguistic diversity across Europe and encourages people to learn new languages. Welsh Language Secretary…

Changes are on the way to help people who are struggling with missed council tax payments. It’ll give local authorities more time to engage with people to prevent debt escalating quickly. There will also be clearer rules for reminder and final notices. Part of the change will mean households in Wales will have 63 days to address missed council tax payments before enforcement action can be taken, when new rules come into force next April. Currently, missing a council tax payment means people can become liable for the full annual bill if they don’t pay within seven days of receiving…

RCT Council will be hosting an important engagement exercise over the weeks ahead, when residents will be able to find out more and have their say on revised proposals for a new transport corridor and active travel route to the south and west of Llanharan. The proposed development would complete a new 4km transport corridor, with a walking and cycling route alongside – aiming to address long-standing issues with congestion, road safety, goods vehicle traffic and air quality, along the A473 through Llanharan. The upcoming Pre-Application Consultation (PAC) will enable council officers to gain key feedback from residents, landowners and…

Wales and British Lions legend Scott Quinnell heads to Aberystwyth for the third episode of S4C’s award-winning four-part series Cyfrinachau’r Llyfrgell (Best Kept Secrets). The series has already seen former first Minister Mark Drakeford and Dame Siân Phillips on a deeply personal and emotional journey through the vaults of the National Library of Wales, and now it’s Scott’s turn. Scott explains to host BBC Radio Wales presenter Dot Davies that his motivation for taking part in the programme is to learn more about his Grandpa Stan, a Second World War veteran who rarely spoke about his experiences during that time. He’s keen…

This weekend, stroke survivor Aaron Davies, 31, from Aberdare, will attempt to climb Pen y Fan, the highest peak in South Wales, to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association and Let’s Talk Men’s Mental Health. Aaron just 28 when he had a life-altering stroke on Christmas Day 2021. Alone and unaware of what was happening, Aaron wasn’t found until two days later. “Nobody knew I had a stroke,” he recalled. “I don’t remember anything until about a week after. My first thought was, ‘Is this a really bad hangover?’ I thought, ‘I can’t wait to go out for New…

Aberglasney is having a celebration of this year’s bumper crops of apples, squashes and gourds on Sunday, 5 October, and everyone is invited to come and join in the harvest fun. This new family event in the Aberglasney calendar will include apple pressing with the Dinefwr Orchardeers. You can bring your apples and containers along and they will help you make apple juice to take home with you that day. Their experts can help with apple identification and give advice if you’re looking to grow apples in future. Aberglasney’s Harvest Celebration will include storytelling, harvest crown making, pumpkin carving, corn…

Global cybersecurity giant Sophos has paid a unique tribute to Wales’s leading managed services provider, CSG, selecting the Bridgend-based IT business as its Partner of the Year for the entire EMEA North region. The award, which recognises CSG’s commitment to delivering the highest level of security solutions to its customers, builds upon its achievement earlier this year of being recognised as Wales’s first and only Platinum Partner – the topmost level of partnership with Sophos. Originally established almost 40 years ago, CSG’s mission has been to provide quality IT and managed services to businesses across Wales and the UK. CSG…

David Spear Commercial Vehicles has entered the second year of its current three-year partnership with Cardiff Rugby, extending a proud association that now spans more than five years. The deal sees David Spear Commercials continue as an Official Kit Partner, with branding on the men’s home and away shorts, LED advertising at Cardiff Arms Park, matchday sponsorship, hospitality, and promotional opportunities across Cardiff Rugby’s digital and social media platforms. The partnership also supports the Cardiff Rugby Community Foundation, with David Spear providing a dedicated van to deliver vital community programmes across South Wales. Geraint Yeo, Director at David Spear Commercials,…

Take your first look inside Cardiff’s brand-new Hickory’s Smokehouse, which has undergone a huge transformation to bring a one-of-a-kind Southern-style restaurant to the capital. The much-loved BBQ brand has completely reimagined the building in St Mellons, creating a smokehouse packed with character, atmosphere, and authentic Deep South flavour. With just two weeks to go until the official opening, locals can look forward to an experience that begins the moment they step through the door. From the warm Southern welcome to the vibrant flavours and lively hospitality, everything has been designed to give guests a true taste of the Deep South…