Cynon neighbourhood police continue to relentlessly pursue offenders riding off road bikes
Cynon neighbourhood police continue to relentlessly pursue offenders riding off road bikes on roads and in our town centres. The rider of this bike was 14 years old and not wearing a helmet, posing a significant risk of injury to themselves if they had an accident. It was also putting other members of the public…
The Welsh Ambulance Service is asking the public to stay safe and use 999 responsibly this early May bank holiday.
Data shows that during the same bank holiday period last year, the Trust saw an increase of 13% in calls to NHS 111 Wales when compared to the previous week. Jonathan Edwards, Assistant Director of Operations at the Welsh Ambulance Service, said: “Bank holiday weekends are always a very busy time for us, placing increased pressure on…
Healthy Life Expectancy Declines In Wales, With Women Worst Affected
Healthy life expectancy in Wales has dropped markedly over the past decade, with women now experiencing a 3.7-year drop, the steepest decline in the UK, highlighting growing health challenges across Wales. After 27 years of Labour, backed by Plaid Cymru, outcomes have worsened, with too many people spending longer in ill health. Commenting, Welsh Conservative…
Policing operation targets illegal motorbikes and off-road bikes in Swansea
Sixteen motorbikes and off-road bikes have been seized around Swansea as part of a policing operation. Op Akalat is an operation which cracks down on the illegal and anti-social use of off-road bikes, stolen cars/bikes, and drug dealing, issues which increase policing demand in Swansea. These issues have a detrimental effect on our communities, and…
Teenager turning 16? Don’t miss out on Child Benefit
Parents of teenagers starting to qualify for further education or training courses must extend theirChild Benefit claim by 31 August About 1.5 million parents of 16-19-year-olds are to receive reminder letters in coming weeksThe quickest and easiest way to extend is via the HMRC app or online at GOV.UKParents of 16-19-year-olds are reminded to extend…
First High Court hearing for “biggest ever” river pollution claim
More than 4,500 claimants have joined a High Court action against poultry producers and Welsh Water over alleged river pollution in the Wye, Lugg and Usk. The legal claim is being brought against industrial chicken producer Avara Foods Limited and its subsidiary Freemans of Newent Limited, as well as the region’s sewerage operator, Welsh Water….
Rhondda Cynon Taf students encouraged to enter Tour de France poster competition
Art, design and creative students from across England, Scotland, and Wales have the chance to showcase their talents, with the opportunity to design the official posters for the historic 2027 Grand Départs of the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. Launched as part of the Grand Départ GB’s JOY social impact…
Information on timescale for Pontypridd building demolition
The Council is providing an update on the timescale for the proposed demolition work for the future Pontypridd Police Station and Berw Road Car park site, following several enquiries. Site notices have recently been published, indicating that the proposed start date for the buildings’ demolition is June 12. We’d like to clarify that this date…
“TIME’S UP?” WALES FACES A MOMENT OF TRUTH AFTER 27 YEARS OF LABOUR RULE
After more than a quarter of a century in charge, serious questions are now being asked about whether Welsh Labour has simply been in power too long in Wales. The latest flashpoint came when former First Minister Mark Drakeford appeared on Sharp End and suggested stopping Reform UK should be a priority. To critics, it…
Child Poverty Stays “Stubbornly High” in Wales as Overseas Spending Faces Fresh Questions
Child poverty in Wales remains entrenched at high levels, with new figures showing little progress despite years of government commitments. The latest 2025/2026 progress reports indicate that around 31% of children are living in relative income poverty—a rate that has barely shifted for over a decade. In 9 out of 10 constituencies, more than a…