Author: Rhys Gregory

A new public square is being developed on Kingsway, to createa tree-lined boulevard with seating, landscaping and open space, as part of a wider scheme to improve active travel routes and public transport to the eastern edge of the city. A new public square is set to be built on Kingsway, creating a tree-lined boulevard with seating, landscaping and open space, as part of a wider scheme to improve active travel routes and public transport to the eastern edge of the city. The new public space will prioritise people rather than traffic by introducing step-free crossings, wide footways and new…

Swansea is flying the flag on Armed Forces Day later this month to honour those who serve, our veterans and their families. A special commemoration event is taking place on June 22 outside Guildhall at 2pm, hosted by Lord Mayor Cllr Penny Matthews which is being attended by veterans groups, serving members of the armed forces, cadets and local VIPs. And the council is also organising a free bus service to take veterans, serving military, their families and armed forces personnel to the Wales national Armed Forces Day event at Pembrey on June 27. That night, Guildhall will also be…

An exciting new exhibition will bring the rich history of Neath to life this summer. With support from the Welsh Government’s Priorities for Culture Fund, Neath Port Talbot Council has successfully appointed Wales-based designers Made Roughley Ltd. to work with us to produce an interactive touring exhibition. The event will be open to the public at three locations around the Neath area between July and October this year, starting at Neath Civic Centre on 10 July before moving to Aberdulais Falls for the month of August. The exhibition will then be housed at the new Visitor Centre at Gnoll Country…

Landlords in Pembrokeshire are being reminded that Leasing Scheme Wales Pembrokeshire remains available as a flexible and secure option for renting out properties. Funded by the Welsh Government and delivered locally, the scheme offers landlords the opportunity to lease properties to Pembrokeshire County Council for between five and 20 years, with guaranteed rental payments throughout the lease period. Leasing Scheme Wales is designed to increase access to affordable private rentals, provide longer-term security for tenants, and give landlords greater confidence and support. The scheme also plays an important role in improving housing standards and helping to reduce homelessness. For landlords,…

Major national retailer NEXT has been given the green light to open its first store in the Caerphilly county borough. Planning permission has been granted for NEXT to establish a new store within a vacant unit on Gallagher Retail Park, conveniently located close to Caerphilly town centre. NEXT will invest £1.9million developing the new 1,373sqm store, resulting in 21 new full-time jobs. The store will offer clothing, footwear and homeware and features a mezzanine at first floor level as well as a café Leader of Council, Cllr Jamie Pritchard said, “This is great news for residents and is a real…

From 15 June, Pride organisers across Wales can apply to the Grassroots Pride Fund to help cover the costs of local Pride events across Wales held in 2026/27. Pride events supported by the fund have grown significantly in recent years – from 6 events supported in 2022/23 to 21 last year. The fund has £69,250 available this year, up from £17,700 in 2022/23. Several local Pride events take place across Wales this month. Together for Colwyn Bay used Grassroots Pride Fund support to deliver a free, full weekend of celebrations, live music, entertainment, family-friendly activities, community stalls and food vendors.…

Three men from Swansea have been jailed after they were part of a seven-figure fraud scheme. 32-year-old Matthew Holloway from Birchgrove – a DVLA employee – accessed his employers’ systems to manipulate records and amend vehicle registration documents to sell vehicles with a false history in order to make a financial gain. Holloway was working alongside two car dealers – 44-year-old Ashley Harris, from Llansamlet, and 32-year-old Joshua Sawyer, from Morriston. All three men pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit fraud by false representation on January 19. Matthew Holloway has been sentenced to 63 months in prison. Joshua Sawyer will…

Swansea city centre NPT officers seized 29 illegal e-bikes in the months of April and May 2026. Riders are given words of advice in most cases as officers aim to provide education on the law in the first instance. PC Scott Pearson said: “These bikes have been seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act due to the riders not having a license or proof of insurance. In either case, the e-bikes are also not registered for use on UK roads. “Riders seen driving dangerously will not receive words of advice and will be prosecuted.” Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles…

South Wales Police are continuing their investigation into the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on A48, The Tumble, Cardiff, at approximately 8pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The collision involved two cars, a grey MG and a black Land Rover Defender. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, an 18-year-old man died at the scene. Police have confirmed that his name is Dominic Luke Bailey from Cardiff. The driver and passenger of the Land Rover were conveyed to hospital where they currently remain. The family of Dominic Luke Bailey have given the following tribute: “Dominic was finishing his…

A new art installation has been revealed at Llandudno railway station, created by students from the local Additional Learning Needs (ALN) school, as part of a project marking 200 years of the modern railway. Students from Ysgol Y Gogarth have worked alongside local artist Mel Roberts of Mazin Mosaics, teachers and support staff to create colourful mosaic panels inspired by their own experiences of travelling the beautiful Conwy Valley Line, the history of the railway, and the places and landmarks that make this part of North Wales so memorable. Over 12 weekly art sessions, funded by Transport for Wales, the…