Author: Rhys Gregory

A man who punched a police officer unconscious has been jailed. Gary Wyn Morgan, of Love Lane, Bangor, appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court on Monday February 3rd, where he admitted to assaulting three emergency workers and a further assault. On Sunday August 18th, the 33-year-old was arguing with another man when he smashed a plate over the man’s head before leaving. Officers located Morgan on August 22nd near Deiniol Road in Bangor where they attempted to arrest him, but he became aggressive, punching one officer to the face and spitting in the face of another. Morgan was taken into police…

A man from Hertfordshire has been jailed after running a county lines-style drug line in the Swansea area. 36-year-old Omar Gul was stopped by officers and found to be in possession of approximately 60 wraps containing what appeared to be a mix of crack cocaine and heroin. He also had two mobile phones in his possession, with one being highly active in receiving calls. He has been sentenced to six years in prison for possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin. Detective Sergeant Luke Tucker said: “Omar Gul had come to the Swansea area for the sole purpose…

Plans have been approved for the future of two historic buildings that form part of Swansea’s great industrial heritage. Swansea Council wants to save and transform the disused structures as part of its work to bring new life to the Lower Swansea Valley. A planning application has just been approved for the copperworks’ Vivian and Musgrave Engine Houses. Both have listed status. The engine houses would, in future, be suitable for a range of uses, including restaurants and cafes, exhibition-style space and shops. As part of the planning process, public feedback was given on the plans. It’s all part of…

Creative Wales, the Welsh Government’s internal agency for promoting and growing the nation’s creative industries, is celebrating its 5th anniversary after what has been an exciting but challenging half-decade for the sector. Since its inception in 2020, Creative Wales has been proud to support a range international successes across the creative sectors – from supporting home grown games companies that have topped the global streaming chart, to Hollywood blockbusters filmed in Wales using local talent. The £28.6m of production funding Creative Wales has invested so far is projected to bring an additional £342m of additional spend into the Welsh economy,…

An additional £10m has been made available by the Welsh Government to help kickstart the development of new affordable housing schemes across Wales.   The additional funding contributes to a broader package of investment secured with the aim of delivering more homes for people across Wales, a key priority for the Welsh Government. 16 schemes that are ready to start work have been identified and this investment will see the delivery of 238 new homes. The funding will be used to acquire properties and land where homes will be developed and completed. A further £30m from the Social Housing Grant in…

The Rudder’s Boatyard pontoon in Milford haven is the site for a native oyster hotel   – which aims to reverse the decline in native oyster population. Native British oyster populations have declined dramatically over the decades, as a result of habitat loss, pollution, over-harvesting and disease. During a recent visit to Pembrokeshire, the Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, saw the oyster hotel, which is part of a project to help restore their population and strengthen the marine ecosystem in Pembrokeshire. Underneath the pontoon at Rudders Boatyard the Deputy First Minister saw the…

In the ever-evolving world of technology, staying connected has become more seamless than ever. The introduction of eSIM technology has transformed the way we access mobile networks, offering flexibility and convenience that traditional SIM cards can’t match. eSIM, short for “embedded SIM,” eliminates the need for physical SIM cards by embedding the functionality directly into devices. This modern approach allows users to activate and switch mobile plans effortlessly. If you’re in the UK and looking for the best eSIM provider, you’re in the right place. With numerous options to choose from, finding the ideal eSIM provider can feel overwhelming. To…

Many people in the UK are working from home in some capacity now. In the last few years, hybrid models have become increasingly popular, with employees striking a balance between the office and doing the workday from the spare room. In fact, over a quarter of working adults in Britain (28%) were part of a hybrid pattern last autumn. This shows that for a lot of people, being home-based is part of the everyday experience now. However, without a well-planned workspace, productivity and wellbeing can suffer. Whether you’re working remotely full time or just a few days a week, setting…

Manchester united is one of the most popular football clubs of all time. The club’s kits have become their symbol, easily recognized by any fan. The kits have evolved a lot as the time passed by, but they always influenced fashion trends. But what is the most iconic manchester united kit? This article is going to present some of the most loved kits. Let’s see if your favourite Man Utd kit is on this list! The 1968 Man Utd Kit This iconic 1968 Man Utd kit was a blue shirt, white shorts, and blue socks. This kit was worn when…

Hexa Finance, one of Wales’ leading business finance providers, has announced a strategic partnership with Octa Finance, a newly established finance firm based in Southampton. Octa Finance is an independent entity dedicated to helping businesses across England access tailored financial solutions, complementing Hexa’s existing focus on supporting Welsh SMEs. Octa Finance will be jointly led by co-founders Sean Taylor and Steve Hynde. Sean, previously Head of Hard Asset Finance at Hexa, will now step into a leadership role at Octa alongside Steve. Both bring a wealth of expertise, having previously worked together at an asset finance subsidiary of Rothschild and…