Author: Rhys Gregory

A series of strikes by 450 Unite members at Cardiff City Transport Services, better known as Cardiff Bus, that would have had a huge impact on bus services in the Welsh capital have been called off after workers voted to accept improvements to pay and conditions. Workers voted to accept a new deal, which gives a 5.86 per cent backdated pay rise on all elements of pay including sick pay. There have also been further improvements to sick pay, with the three unpaid waiting days for sickness reduced to one day and long-term sick pay kicking in at four weeks…

Construction work on a new children’s play area built on the Queen’s Market site has started this week. The play area at Queen’s Market will be situated close to the side entrances, adjacent to the Queen Street Car Park, and will take roughly 3 weeks to complete. After completion, commissioning and testing will commence, before fully opening to the public. The inclusive play area will include more than 20 play features, and will be able to accommodate over 40 users at any given time. The play area is designed for the ages of 0-10+, and will feature interactive, sensory and…

An idyllic detached cottage in a picture postcard setting in the heart of the Pembrokeshire countryside is awaiting the arrival of new owners. The three bedroom home in the village of Reynalton is just a few miles from the on trend seaside town of Tenby. Sean Roper, of South Wales based Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “This is truly a delightful detached cottage which is surrounded by a stunning well planted garden to the side and rear and also has a marvellous garage/workshop. “The three-bedroom property has two reception rooms and attic rooms and offers scope to extend (subject to necessary…

Office fit-out refers to the process of making an interior space suitable for occupation. It covers everything necessary to transform a raw shell into a functional, well-designed working environment. Typically, this process is categorised into shell, core, Cat A, and Cat B fit-outs. Each presents specific challenges and offers distinct benefits. Clarity regarding these stages helps stakeholders plan effectively and allocate budgets with confidence. Shell fit out Shell fit-out typically describes the initial state of a building, where the structure, exterior walls, roof, and floors are complete. Services such as plumbing, heating, and electricity are often brought to a designated…

The Wales property market has evolved over the years. Today, more Welsh homeowners seek flexible, sustainable homes with affordability.  The pandemic, which changed the work culture of Welsh employees, amplified this shift. With more people working from home, flexible living spaces that can serve as workspaces are gaining traction in Wales.  In the heart of this shift are wooden cables. Thanks to their flexibility and affordability, wooden cabins, also known as log cabins, can accommodate different uses and lifestyles.  Nowadays, you can find some good log cabins for sale, and whether you want a home office or an art studio,…

Anyone can get into investing these days. You don’t need thousands of dollars or a traditional broker to begin building wealth through the stock market – your smartphone and a modest $100 are enough to build some savings and even long-term wealth.  Choose the Right Investment App Your first step is selecting a user-friendly investment platform. There are many popular options to choose from that offer commission-free stock trading and low minimum deposits. Many of these apps have eliminated account minimums entirely, making them perfect for beginners – look for platforms that offer educational resources, intuitive interfaces, and strong security…

Transport for Wales (TfW) is launching new hourly services, evening journeys, and distance-based fares from Sunday 31 August, as part of the second phase of improvements to the T5 TrawsCymru service. This follows the successful introduction of a year-round Sunday service in July, which improved weekend travel options for both residents and visitors. These upgrades mark a significant step forward in enhancing public transport across West Wales. The T5 TrawsCymru service, operated by Richards Bros, will see the following key improvements: Hourly service Monday to Saturday: The T5 will now run every hour throughout the day, making it easier than…

A 20-year-old Bangor man has been jailed for sexually abusing two teenage girls. Cian Williams, of Rhosfryn, Penrhosgarnedd, had abused one of the children while he was on bail accused of grooming another young girl. He targeted the two girls on social media, despite them confirming they were aged 13 and 14 at the time. He tried to collect one of the girls from school, claiming he was her brother, and had offered her drugs in return for sexual favours. On arrest, his mobile phones were seized by officers, which had almost 200 images of what appeared to be young…

Deployments of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) have been taking place across south Wales this summer as part of the Safer Streets Summer Initiative commitment by neighbourhood policing teams. The aim of deployments is to locate suspects, wanted people and high-risk missing people, and continue to keep our town centres safe. As a result of recent deployments, people including shoplifters, thieves, and people wanted on warrant have been identified and stopped, ensuring the safety of local residents and businesses. Those identified include: Richard Wolsey, aged 46, of no fixed abode. After being stopped, he pleaded guilty to five counts of theft at…

More than 180 local school children have helped to shape designs for a new sport and games facility in Hailey Park. The new facility forms part of a wider £2 million programme of Neighbourhood Renewal Schemes being delivered in communities across Cardiff this financial year. Designed to be as inclusive as possible, the new facility features a practice area for football, hockey, calisthenics, rugby, netball and cricket. A central circle contains a half-court basketball area, volleyball markings and a space for football. A ‘catch-up’ area, with seating and a table-tennis table provides a separate space, away from active games and…