Author: Rhys Gregory

Police have closed part of Mill Lane in Cardiff while officers deal with an ongoing incident in the city centre. South Wales Police confirmed they are currently at the scene, with the road shut between ASK Italian and Las Iguanas while the situation is dealt with. Drivers and pedestrians are being urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. In a short update shared on social media, South Wales Police said: “We’re at the scene of an incident on Mill Lane in Cardiff. “The road is currently closed between Ask Italian and Las Iguanas. “Please avoid the…

Access to fast and reliable broadband has become a cornerstone of modern infrastructure, yet many rural communities across the UK have historically struggled with slow or inconsistent internet connections. In Wales, where geography and lower population density can make network deployment more complex, improving digital connectivity has long been a priority for both government and industry. In recent years, however, that picture has started to change. A growing push toward gigabit-capable broadband networks is beginning to transform connectivity across rural parts of the country. Through a combination of government investment, infrastructure projects, and community initiatives, thousands of homes and businesses…

A manufacturing company in Newport landed their biggest German contract ever. Six months of negotiations. A £340,000 order. Everything agreed. Then the dispute started. The German buyer claimed the Welsh company should have handled customs clearance. The Welsh company insisted the contract said otherwise. Both sides were adamant. Both sides had lawyers review the paperwork. The problem wasn’t who was right. The problem was the contract used the term “FOB” without anyone understanding what it actually meant. Free on Board sounds simple. It isn’t. The Welsh company thought it meant “get the goods to the port and we’re done.” The…

Starting welding is always exciting, especially when you need to assemble a complete tool kit from scratch. It’s often difficult for both beginners and experienced welders to find the perfect cables, clamps, and consumables for a specific machine. Ready-made welding sets significantly simplify life and save precious time.  In this regard, it’s best to trust experts like PATON. A leading Ukrainian manufacturer of welding equipment and consumables offers such solutions. The company employs 250 specialists and annually produces 30,000 units of equipment and 4,000 tonnes of electrodes, exporting to 50 countries. Over the past three years, the company invested $10…

Cardiff’s newest Community Living scheme, providing modern, sustainable homes for older people has been launched in Butetown. Built on the site of the former Brandon Tool Hire on Bute Street, Llys Mattan is a development of 45 one and two-bedroom, flexible apartments, alongside communal facilities, residents’ roof garden and dedicated spaces designed to support independent living while encouraging social connection and community life. Now nearing completion, it forms part of the Council’s older person’s accommodation programme, following the recent launches of the Llys Y Goetre ‘housing with care’ scheme in St Mellons and Ty’r Groes Community Living on Leckwith Rd.  A…

13 Welsh games studios and companies are on the way to the 40th GDC Festival of Gaming – the games industry’s major annual global gathering – in San Francisco, California. Expected to draw in 30,000 attendees this year, the GDC brings together game developers seeking to attract attention, promotion and support. Supported by the Welsh Government via Creative Wales and Trade and Invest, an eye-catching Cymru Wales exhibition stand will give the companies a  space to offer live demos of their latest projects, meet with major players and grow their networks – forging strong international connections that could potentially become…

A teenager has been arrested after threats were made relating to a secondary school in Powys. Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that a 17-year-old boy from Pontardawe has been arrested following an investigation into digital communications linked to Ysgol Maesydderwen in Ystradgynlais. The teenager was arrested on suspicion of sending digital communications conveying threats of death or serious harm with the intent to cause fear. He currently remains in police custody while enquiries continue. The incident prompted concern among parents, pupils and the wider community, with police officers carrying out enquiries and providing reassurance locally. Powys Superintendent Gareth Grant said: “I’d firstly…

Drivers using the A55 in North Wales are being warned about overnight closures and contraflow systems at the Conwy Tunnel next week while essential maintenance work takes place. Traffic Wales has confirmed that a series of night time restrictions will affect the tunnel between Monday, March 9 and Sunday, March 15. From Monday, March 9 until Friday, March 13, the westbound carriageway will be closed between 7pm and 7am. During these hours, a contraflow system will operate through the tunnel using the eastbound carriageway. The traffic arrangement will then switch for the remainder of the works. From Friday, March 13…

A couple from Rhondda have been jailed after having sex in a public space. The incident took place on February 23, 2026, where officers received a call from the owner of a café in Talbot Green alleging two people had broken into the outdoor seating area at the venue and were caught on CCTV having sex. Anthony Evans, 42 from Rhondda and Leah Evans, 37 from Rhondda have both been jailed for three months following their conviction. On Friday February 27 at Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates court the pair pleaded guilty to an act of outraging public decency and criminal damage…

A spacious three-bedroom apartment close to the heart of all the action in the centre of Cardiff could suit the avid rugby fan right down to the ground. Close to the renowned Principality stadium, the city’s eclectic mix of shops and vibrant selection of bars and restaurants, the apartment is listed for sale with a guide price of £140,000. Sean Roper, of Paul Fosh Auctions who are selling the property said: “The apartment has a modern fitted kitchen with appliances and attractive modern bathroom suite. This flat also features an extra bonus of a view of the legendary Cardiff Arms…