Author: Rhys Gregory

Safety bollards are common in modern urban landscapes, often placed around pedestrian areas, storefronts, and city infrastructure. But how effective are they in stopping a speeding car? The short answer is that it depends on the type of bollard and its intended purpose. Let’s explore safety bollards’ design, function, and real-world effectiveness in protecting people and property. What Are Safety Bollards? Before diving into their capabilities, it’s essential to understand what safety bollards are. These are sturdy posts, often made of steel or reinforced concrete, designed to create a barrier. They’re used to guide traffic, protect pedestrians, and prevent vehicles…

City Hospice, Cardiff’s local hospice, has launched an appeal to urgently raise £100,000 by the end of March to help the charity meet increased demand. City Hospice is the only provider of home-based specialist palliative care in the capital. The charity, based in Whitchurch, provides care and a wide range of services including welfare advice and complementary therapies to patients with terminal or life limiting illnesses, as well as bereavement support and counselling for the families of its patients. Since the charity’s inception in 1984, City Hospice has seen demand for its services grow at an exponential rate. By 1997,…

South Wales homebuilder Llanmoor Homes has begun work on a new housing development near Abergavenny, the first time the firm has developed a site in Monmouthshire. Llanmoor Homes is building a selection of two, three and four-bedroom homes in Rossers Field, a semi-rural location just off the A465 Heads of the Valleys Road, with views of the Blorenge mountain. There will be 51 homes built on the site in total, including eight affordable homes. The site was officially launched last month with the opening of the sales and marketing centre. Work has begun on laying the foundations of the first…

Panini has launched of the first-ever Barclays Women’s Super League Adrenalyn XL Trading Cards! This iconic collection will feature the very best of the women’s domestic game in trading card form. Collectors and fans alike will be able to collect cards of their favourite footballing stars and teams in this must-have collection. Following the success of two domestic women’s football sticker albums in 2023 and 2024, Panini and the Women’s Professional Leagues are now bringing the trading cards to fans with the launch of the Barclays Women’s Super League Official Trading Cards under their much loved and collected Adrenalyn XL…

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has begun an independent investigation into the involvement of South Wales Police following a fatal road traffic collision on the Junction 30 eastbound exit slip road of the M4, on Thursday 9 January 2025. Modecai Juma, aged 51, was travelling eastbound on the M4 and took the eastbound exit lane towards Cardiff Gate, when the collision happened at 3.30am. The Honda Accord, driven by Modecai Juma, had previously failed to stop for police, and a pursuit began at around 3.24am, before the car crashed a few minutes later. Despite being given medical assistance,…

Following the incredible success of last year’s celebrations, which attracted over 3,500 people to the city centre, Newport is thrilled to welcome back its Lunar New Year festival for 2025. Newport City Council, The Newport Chinese Community Centre, and The Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre are partnering together for another year to host Lunar New Year celebrations in the heart of Newport. On Saturday 1st February, the city will transform into a vibrant hub of culture and festivities, honouring the Year of the Snake. To mark this important day in the Lunar calendar, the day will begin with a procession…

Olivia Breen – multi-award-winning Paralympian in sprint and long jump – has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship at University of South Wales’ January graduation ceremonies, in recognition of her contributions to the world of sport. Olivia became internationally recognised for her talents at the 2012 Paralympics where, at just 16 years old, she won a bronze medal for Great Britain’s in the T35-38 4x100m relay race. Olivia was diagnosed with cerebral palsy in childhood, and is deaf, but has never let this hinder her passion for athletics. She is a keen advocate for body positivity and inclusivity in sport and…

An organised crime group trafficking large amounts of drugs into Wrexham from Merseyside have been jailed for a combined total of nearly 35 years. Officers from North Wales and Merseyside Police thwarted the gang in October following an eight-month covert investigation into a conspiracy to supply cocaine, heroin and ketamine into the city. The movements and communications of those involved were investigated through obtaining phone data and messages. Officers found the drugs were being sourced from a supplier in Merseyside – who headed the gang – and were being brought into Wrexham by couriers. A number of warrants were carried…

On 16 January, excitement clung to the air at Afon Y Felin Primary School in North Cornelly, with the anticipated arrival of the First Minister, Eluned Morgan.  In just a short visit, the First Minister quickly learned of the school which, against the backdrop of socio-economic challenges, champions the children’s self-belief and aspirations. With a catalogue of achievements and extra-curricular activities secured, ranging from claiming the Siarter Iaith Gold Award for the school’s Welsh efforts on two occasions, to reaching the UK Formula One STEM Challenge Finals, it’s clear why the children walk with their heads held high around the…

Road users are being advised of planned works commencing Monday, 27th January, on one of Swansea Bay’s busiest roads to undertake an essential repair within Neath Port Talbot Council’s drainage network that serves Elba Crescent. Work will take place on the A483 Fabian Way westbound carriageway at a point between Elba Crescent and Swansea University’s Bay Campus. The work will require a temporary single lane closure on the westbound carriageway. The Fabian Way westbound carriageway bus stop will also be relocated for the duration of the project. Avoiding any unforeseen plant issues and weather permitting, the work should take approximately…