Author: Rhys Gregory

Planning approval has been granted for the next phases of the major regeneration of the Channel View estate in Grangetown. The decision by Cardiff Council’s Planning Committee yesterday, Thursday 12 March, unlocks the delivery of hundreds of new, energy efficient homes designed to meet local housing need while supporting existing residents to remain part of their community. The approved plans will see the delivery of 228 new homes across six phases, alongside a seventh phase focused on improvements to The Marl public open space. A new neighbourhood retail unit will also be delivered as part of phase three, helping to…

JD Sports has confirmed the opening date for its brand new sporting superstore in Cardiff. The major new store will open its doors on Thursday 26 March at St David’s Cardiff, bringing a huge range of sports fashion, footwear and exclusive brands to the city centre. The new flagship store will span around 31,936 square feet, making it one of the largest JD Sports locations in Wales. The retailer is relocating from its current Queen Street site to a much larger unit on the lower level of the Grand Arcade at St David’s, close to Size and LEGO. Shoppers are…

Community food organisations and food banks across Wales are receiving an extra £1 million right now to help feed more people who need support. The funding brings the total Welsh Government investment in emergency food aid this year to £3.44 million. It will help organisations buy, store and distribute food, including surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, boosting their capacity to meet growing demand and ensuring people struggling with the cost of living can access good quality, nutritious food. With the ongoing conflict in the Middle East causing uncertainty across global markets and has potential to push up…

South Wales Police will deploy extra officers across town and city centres this weekend as thousands of rugby fans travel to Cardiff for the final day of the Guinness Six Nations. Super Saturday, taking place on March 14, is traditionally one of the busiest days of the tournament, with all competing teams playing on the same day. The event is expected to bring large crowds into the Welsh capital and surrounding areas, particularly ahead of Wales’ match against Italy at the Principality Stadium. To help manage the influx of supporters and maintain public safety, South Wales Police has confirmed it…

Motorists across South Wales are facing delays this Friday afternoon as congestion builds on several key routes during the rush hour period. Traffic Wales has reported slow moving traffic on parts of the motorway and major trunk roads as commuters head home for the weekend. On the M4 westbound between junction 24 at Coldra and junction 26 at Malpas, congestion has been reported with delays possible for drivers travelling through the Newport area. Further west, traffic is also building on the A465 westbound between Neath and Llandarcy, where motorists may experience slower journeys as vehicles queue along the busy stretch.…

The Wales Business Awards, organised by Chambers Wales, has announced the full shortlist for its 2026 event. A total of 72 Welsh companies have been named as finalists across 13 categories, with the winners set to be revealed at the awards ceremony on 14 May at the Holland House Hotel in Cardiff. The Wales Business Awards celebrates the achievements of Wales best companies, recognising innovation, hard work and success, with the award ceremony bringing together the Welsh business community, ministers and dignitaries. Judges for this year’s awards include members of the Chambers Wales management team, as well as representatives from…

Work has begun on a major new entertainment venue in Cardiff city centre, with Hollywood Bowl XL starting construction on a brand new multi entertainment complex at St David’s Cardiff. The new venue will mark a first for the brand as it moves into larger multi entertainment centres, bringing together bowling, gaming and high speed activities under one roof. Located in the heart of the city at St David’s Cardiff, the two floor venue is expected to open later this summer and will become Hollywood Bowl’s second location in the capital, joining its existing site at the Red Dragon Centre…

Pharmacies across Wales carried out more than 600,000 clinical consultations for a wide range of common health issues in the last 12 months. Almost 346,000 people used the common ailments service, which offers free advice and treatment for 27 common conditions and is available in 99% of pharmacies across Wales. The latest community pharmacy services statistics show between April 2024 and March 2025 more than 462,000 common ailments consultations took place – the highest number ever recorded. The most common reasons for using the service were for treatment for sore throats, hay fever, conjunctivitis and dermatitis. Pharmacies also provided more…

Workers in Wales have revealed they need an annual income of £42,0001 to live comfortably, a figure significantly higher than the regional average salary of £36,0002. This disparity has created a substantial ‘comfort gap’ of £6,000, according to new research. The survey of 5,000 UK professionals, part of Reed’s annual salary guide series, highlights the distinct financial pressures faced by employees across the region. Currently, 15% are unhappy with their pay with salaries not keeping pace with the rising cost of living, being the top reason cited by 33% of respondents. Becky Hole, Regional Director at Reed, commented: “Wales has always had a resilient workforce, but…

Singer Sofia Camara and rapper and musician Jimothy Lacoste are the latest names to be added to the bill for this summer’s line-up at TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle. Sofia joins indie pop greats Bastille to open their headlining set on Friday July 10, while Jimothy will open for celebrated British multi-hyphenates The Streets on Friday July 31. Portuguese/Canadian artist Sofia Camara brings raw truth into 21st Century pop as she taps directly into emotion with each and every performance and song. Opening for Bastille, Cardiff can expect a thrilling performance ahead of special guest Arthur Hill.…