A series of Freedom of Information requests have revealed that since the May 2021 Senedd election, where Labour formed yet another Welsh Government with the support of Plaid Cymru, 38,374 patients had died while waiting for NHS treatment. Wales’ seven health boards have responded with data from May 2021 up to at least June 2025, with some…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has launched a pre-application consultation for proposed drainage works at the disused coal tip in Penyrenglyn, Rhondda Cynon Taff. The coal tip is classified as a Category D tip, one of the highest risk categories, and currently lacks a formal drainage system. The works aim to reduce the risk of landslides…
Persimmon Homes East Wales has secured full planning permission from Caerphilly Borough Council’s Planning Committee for its major new development at Virginia Park, paving the way for 174 much-needed, high-quality homes for local people. Furious residents claim new-build estate is STILL riddled with problems from drainage to uneven roads 10 years after they moved in…
The Leader of Caerphilly Council has announced that he is to stand down with immediate effect. The Leader of Caerphilly Council has announced that he is to stand down with immediate effect. Cllr Sean Morgan, who represents the Nelson ward, was elected as the Leader of Council following the May 2022 local government elections. “It’s…
FB: Not sure why I can only reply “anonymously”, but there are several parents in Hirwaun paying for the “spare” seats to Rhydywaun. We’ve been charged £154 and they have changed the route! So kids now have to walk 7-10 minutes for their paid seat on the bus. Several parents have spoken to the transport department…
On 7 May 2026, you have a choice. For 26 years, Labour, propped up by Plaid Cymru and the Welsh Liberal Democrats, has ruled Wales without scrutiny. A quarter of a century of one-party control has left a trail of failure. Now the rest of Great Britain is suffering under Labour in the very same…
On Friday, August 29, 2025, South Wales Police received a report of human remains being discovered in a remote area in the vicinity of Llwyn On Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons. It has since been confirmed that these remains are those of Jordan Moray, who was reported missing in July, 2019, from his home in…
Staff at Johnsons Workwear in Treforest have gone above and beyond in their support for local breast cancer services by raising more than £4,000 to support Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board’s Snowdrop Breast Centre and Cwm Taf Morgannwg NHS Charity. In a generous display of community spirit and team support, staff at Johnsons Workwear in Treforest have…
Mandy Davies is raising money for Marie Curie,in memory of Isabel Lewis On the 6 September our incredible team will take on an 12 mile or 24 mile trail across the Gower Peninsula. You’ll hike across the iconic Rhossili Bay – home to vast, open beaches with beautiful dunes and surfers out catching waves. If…
A landmark project to transform homes and reduce residents’ energy bills in Bryn Carno, Rhymney, has now been successfully completed. Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Caerphilly Homes team, in partnership with contractor Joyner Group, has delivered extensive improvement works to properties in the area. The scheme was initiated to address design issues with previous upgrades and…
