Author: Rhys Gregory

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. A new documentary series looking into the remarkable history of the Newport Medieval Ship will start next month. Cyfrinachau’r Llong / A Ship Through Time: Secrets of the Newport Ship sees presenter Sean Fletcher follow an international team of experts as they uncover the secrets of the ship, which was concealed in the mud of the River Usk in Newport for over 500 years. Since its discovery in 2002, the ship has provoked intrigue with people across the world, interested in finding out more about when it was built,…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Heddiw, mae’r Dirprwy Brif Weinidog sy’n gyfrifol am Newid Hinsawdd a Materion Gwledig, Huw Irranca-Davies wedi cyhoeddi y bydd Cymru Gyfan yn Barth dan Gyfyngiadau (RZ) oherwydd  seroteip 3 y Tafod Glas (BTV-3) o 10 Tachwedd 2025 Mae polisi rheoli Tafod Glas Llywodraeth Cymru, gyda diweddariadau rheolaidd iddo ar sail tystiolaeth i’w gryfhau, wedi cadw’r Tafod Glas rhag lledaenu o’r Parth dan Gyfyngiadau yn Lloegr gyfan tan yr adeg o’r flwyddyn pan na fydd yn debygol o ledaenu’n eang nac yn cael effaith fawr. Mae’r polisi wedi rhoi amser…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. The Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies has today announced an all-Wales Restricted Zone (RZ) for Bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) from 10 November 2025 The Welsh Government’s Bluetongue control policy, supported by regular evidence-based updates, has delayed Bluetongue incursion from the all-England Restricted Zone until the time of year when the impact and spread of the disease is limited. It has also provided farmers with essential time to vaccinate their livestock and prepare for the emergence of the disease in Wales. Animal…

Wales’ top medical adviser has urged people to take care and act sensibly to avoid injuries this Bonfire Night. Ahead of one of the busiest weeks of the year for burn injuries, Chief Medical Officer, Professor Isabel Oliver, said: “Fireworks can cause severe injury, including burns and breathing difficulties particularly for people with asthma and respiratory conditions. “They should only be handled by adults in a carefully supervised environment and the safest place to enjoy them is at an organised public display. Please stand well back and never return to a lit firework. “If you build a bonfire, it should…

Business confidence in Wales rose 34 points during October to 57%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in Wales reported higher confidence in their own business prospects month-on-month, up 28 points at 55%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, up 40 points to 59%, this gives a headline confidence reading of 57% (vs. 23% in September). A net balance of 79% of businesses in the country also expect to increase staff levels over the next year, up 43 points on last month. Looking ahead to the next six months, Welsh businesses identified their top target…

A FAMILY firm is celebrating 20 years in the bed business. And after two decades helping people sleep better, Perfect Dreams shows no signs of hitting the snooze button. The independent retailer, founded in 2005 by Donna Daniel and her father John, has grown from a shop on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, into one of the region’s best-known names in beds and bedroom furniture. Today, the company operates two outlets in Colwyn Bay – one specialising in beds and mattresses, the other in bedroom furniture – as well as a thriving store on Mostyn Street, Llandudno, opened in 2014 to…

Cardiff’s local hospice, City Hospice, united over 100 volunteers at this year’s Sparkle Walk, making it the largest volunteer team in the event’s history. The annual 10km night-time walk returned to north Cardiff on 19 September as a way to remember loved ones and raise vital funds for the charity. Official City Hospice volunteers including friends, families, and corporate teams played a crucial role by cheering and guiding participants, and supporting behind the scenes, helping to create a truly memorable night. City Hospice relies heavily on the dedication of its volunteers throughout the year. To recognise their invaluable contribution, they…

The global gaming industry is a fast-growing entertainment sector. It surpasses film and music in revenue and cultural influence. As a result, new hubs appear outside traditional strongholds. Wales is the rising player in this niche. Indie developers and large studios are now a huge part of the UK’s creative economy. So, now it’s an attractive place for new specialists and international partners. Keep reading and learn more about the Welsh gaming industry! The New Opportunities Gaming Opens in Wales The gaming industry is evolving fast worldwide. Wales is one of the regions benefiting from this growth. This sector is…

A lifelong boxing fan from Merthyr Tydfil has landed the ultimate knockout blow after scooping an incredible £1,000,000 on The National Lottery. Peter Rogers (73), who landed the £1M win after matching five main numbers and the Bonus Ball in the Lotto draw on 6 September, has followed the sport passionately since childhood, and says his win feels like “the biggest victory of his life.” Known locally for his love of boxing and his support for the town’s proud fighting heritage, having even published a book about the boxing scene in Merthyr Tydfil, Peter’s incredible win will allow him to…

Surveyors in Wales remain cautious about the commercial property sector, amidst rising uncertainty and fiscal tension amid a fall in occupier demand, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) commercial property monitor. A net balance of -16% of Welsh surveyors reported a fall in overall occupier demand through the third quarter of the year, edging down further from the -13% that was seen in Q2. Looking at the subsectors, demand for industrial space fell flat for the second consecutive quarter, whilst demand for retail and office space was reported to have declined (net balances of -22% and…