Author: Rhys Gregory

A man from Pentre has been jailed for assault and coercive control following a South Wales Police investigation. Daniel Batstone, 29, from Pentre was sentenced on March 23 at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court to one year and six months in prison. This sentence follows a change in plea from not guilty to guilty for one count of engaging in control/ coercive behaviour and one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. This followed officers attending and address in August 2025 in Pentre after a 999 call was received about a disturbance.  When officers arrived at the property the victim disclosed that…

Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced a Wales-wide initiative to support the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by providing all 22 Local Authorities with free access to a shared national data platform, ChargePoint Navigator. ChargePoint Navigator is designed to simplify site selection, reduce costs, and support EV infrastructure planning to local authorities. Through TfW sponsorship, every Local Authority in Wales will now have access to a common evidence base, supporting consistent, transparent and value for money investment in charging infrastructure aligned with national transport policies. This marks the first time the platform has operated at a national level outside England. Originally…

A teenage cyclist has died following a collision with a car in Cardiff. South Wales Police have confirmed that officers are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which happened at the junction of Penarth Road and Clare Road at around 12.25pm on Wednesday. The incident involved a car and a cyclist. A 16-year-old boy from Grangetown tragically died as a result. His family is being supported by specially trained officers. Police have also issued a warning about footage of the incident being shared online. A spokesperson said: “We are aware of footage of this incident being shared on Facebook and…

Families are invited to make the most of the Easter holidays at Mermaid Quay, as the waterfront destination unveils a packed programme of free, family-friendly activities – led by a magical Easter Egg Trail running from 30 March to 12 April. Spring has officially sprung in Cardiff Bay, and visitors can follow a colourful trail of “eggceptional” Easter eggs hidden throughout the Quay. Young explorers can pick up a trail sheet from the table outside the Glee Club before setting off to hunt for eggs displayed in shop and restaurant windows, collecting letters and unscrambling the secret Easter word to…

Summer golf puts you in closer conversation with the elements. Bright mornings turn into humid afternoons, and by the back nine, you feel every extra layer you pulled on at breakfast. What you wear matters because it shapes how you play. From your first tee shot to the clubhouse drink, the right polo shirt quietly supports your game rather than stealing attention from it. Why warm weather changes what you need from a golf shirt Heat shifts what you need from your clothing. In cooler conditions, structure and warmth often take precedence, but summer demands that your golf shirt manages…

Ceredigion’s rugged coastline, scenic Cambrian Mountains, vibrant university towns and strong sense of community make it one of the most desirable places to live in Wales. But for many local residents hoping to buy their first home, the dream of staying in the county is becoming increasingly difficult. Recent research has even suggested that Ceredigion may be the least affordable place in the UK for first-time buyers. So, is the claim true – and what is really driving the affordability challenge in west Wales?  A surprising place at the bottom of the affordability table According to the Skipton Group Home…

Police are investigating a series of burglaries in Cardiff where offenders have entered homes while residents were inside and asleep. South Wales Police say four so called “creeper” burglaries have been reported in the Riverside area since Friday, March 20. The incidents have taken place at properties on Littleton Street, Wyndham Place, Neville Street and Craddock Street. A creeper burglary involves someone gaining entry through an unlocked door or window while occupants are at home, often during the night. Officers have confirmed that in each of the recent cases, entry was gained through insecure doors. Residents are now being urged…

A busy junction in Cardiff has been closed following a collision, with motorists urged to avoid the area. South Wales Police confirmed they are currently at the scene of an incident at the junction between Penarth Road and Clare Road. The road has been closed in all directions while emergency services deal with the situation. Drivers are being advised to plan ahead and use alternative routes, as the closure is expected to remain in place for some time. A map of the affected area shows the closure centred on the busy junction, which is a key route for traffic travelling…

Next steps are being planned to explore the future development of a zero-emission fast ferry service between Swansea and South West England following overwhelming public support for the idea. A new feasibility report commissioned by Swansea Council and delivered by Ocean Prime Industries Ltd found that almost 98% of more than 4,300 respondents support the proposed service across the Bristol Channel. The research examined the potential for a high-speed passenger ferry linking Swansea with destinations in Devon and Cornwall using zero-emission hydrogen-electric vessels. With the study demonstrating clear public appetite for the concept, attention will now turn to the next…

An 18-year-old man has been charged after police seized crack cocaine and a number of vehicles during an incident in Cardiff. Neighbourhood officers from South Wales Police were on foot patrol on Monday morning (March 23) when they spotted an off-road bike being ridden along Ball Lane and the Rhymney River Path. When an officer attempted to challenge the rider, the individual made off, leading to a foot chase. A suspect was subsequently arrested. Following the arrest, officers recovered 31 wraps of crack cocaine, four bags of cannabis and three mobile phones. A scrambler motorbike, e-bike and e-scooter were also…