Author: Rhys Gregory

Pembrokeshire residents can now recycle small electrical goods as part of their weekly kerbside recycling service. This initiative aims to reduce the amount of electrical waste going into black bags and instead ensure it is properly recycled. From now on, household items such as kettles, hair dryers, small toasters, irons, and other similar-sized handheld electricals can be placed loose on top of your recycling containers for collection on your usual recycling day. The accepted items include: Handheld kitchen appliances, kettles and toasters (4 slice max) and small coffee machines Hairdryers and hair straighteners Handheld power tools Radios Irons Extension leads,…

Football fans in Rhondda Cynon Taf can join a Wales-wide celebration of the nation’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 team, when a giant inflatable Cymru shirt arrives in Pontypridd. The Welsh women’s football team is competing in the Euros for the FIRST time ever – and Rhondda Cynon Taf has been chosen to join the celebrations! The shirt is arriving in Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd, on Thursday, July 3 from 11am to 7pm to mark the Wales-wide Ein Crys Cymru tour. It’s a chance for people to visit the park and enjoy a photo opportunity with the shirt, which proudly…

Caerphilly County Borough Council has approved a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) of the underutilised land at Dan Y Graig, Risca. Against the backdrop of the difficult financial challenges that the local authority has faced in recent years, it is hoped that the CAT process can be effectively implemented further across the county borough to the benefit of our local communities while also reducing the cost burden on the local authority. It has been agreed that the land will be transferred to The Bee Well Cooperative, a community-led initiative that brings together six independent organisations and a local landowner acting as…

Gwent Police’s Community Action Team is working alongside neighbourhood officers to combat anti-social behaviour related to illegal off-road bikes, drugs and vehicle crime. A new team of neighbourhood police officers is working to tackle anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime in hotspot areas in Gwent. Gwent Police’s Community Action Team, who paraded from Cwmbran police station for their first shift on Monday 9 June, is working with existing neighbourhood teams across Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Torfaen and Caerphilly. The team is made up of 10 experienced PCSOs and 16 proactive PCs, led by two team sergeants and Inspector Laura Paget. Officers are…

Schools can apply for grants of up to £3,000 from Supporting Service Children in Education (SSCE) Cymru, to provide practical support for service children throughout their education. The programme currently supports over 2,000 children across Wales, thanks to £270,000 of Welsh Government funding. Service children often face unique challenges in education, including disrupted learning due to relocating, interrupted social connections, and concerns about the safety of parents on active duty. The grants can be used for a range of activities, such as dedicated school clubs, information for teachers to better understand service children’s experiences, and transition support for pupils who…

The way the Welsh Ambulance Service deals with the most serious 999 calls is changing from tomorrow (Tuesday 1 July). A new purple category is being introduced for people suffering from an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and the red category will be retained for the life-threatening emergencies, those at high risk of cardiac or respiratory arrest, including illnesses and trauma. The changes are designed to ensure more people get the life-saving help they need from the ambulance service, while those who do not need an ambulance receive more appropriate care for their needs. They aim to help improve survival rates from…

The used car market can be a tremendous source of value for budget-conscious motorists. Through it, you’ll be able to avoid much of the cost of depreciation, and thereby stretch your cash much further. But the used car market can present a number of challenges. Sometimes, a deal that appears tempting at first glance can actually conceal a number of risks. Therefore, would-be buyers should make every effort to check the vehicle over before agreeing to the purchase. Let’s take a look at a few of the more important checks. Verify the logbook (V5C) and identity Every vehicle sold in…

In the ever-evolving landscape of online gambling, player expectations have grown more sophisticated. Today, beyond an impressive game selection or attractive bonuses, one factor has become increasingly decisive for many players: how quickly they can access their winnings. Fast withdrawal casinos have emerged as a preferred choice for discerning gamers, significantly elevating the overall gaming experience. This article explores the rise of fast withdrawal casinos, why they matter to players, and how they contribute to a superior online gambling journey. The Growing Importance of Withdrawal Speed In the early days of online casinos, players often endured long waits to access…

The gambling and financial service sector is bustling and poses some challenges. The two industries face colossal regulatory pressure, have high dependency on consumer confidence, and must bear the constant volatility of technological change. Although they might not offer the same, the underlying principles on which they base their operations are very similar. This blog goes deep to identify lessons that gambling businesses can borrow from their friends in the financial services sector. Indeed, a close study of how banks and other financial institutions have also mastered the art of building trust, compliance, and the use of technology to see…

Children’s charity Cerebra has unveiled an innovative solution to improve accessibility in skateboarding inspired by a little boy who was “desperate” to skate. The harnessing system was revealed on the latest leg of Relay Your Way, a mass participation relay across Scotland, England, and Wales involving more than 9,000 school children, participants, and supporters. Cerebra, the national UK charity dedicated to supporting children who have a neurological condition, created Relay Your Way to promote inclusivity in sports and ensure that no child is left on the sidelines. Over 33 days, from Glasgow to Windsor, the baton will journey through towns…