Pennant Walters has provided £7,000 to Aberdare’s Oaklands Primary School to support a community-led project aimed at transforming and revitalising the nursery outdoor learning environment. The funding has enabled the school to overhaul key outdoor features that are central to daily nursery life, including a full repaint of the bike track, which children regularly use…
Responding to a statement from the Institute for Fiscal Studies about the fiscal challenges facing the new Plaid Cymru Government, that ‘not all its manifesto pledges are likely to come to fruition’, Darren Millar MS, Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, said: “It was clear during the recent election campaign that Plaid Cymru’s manifesto was an…
Unregistered waste carriers will face up to five years in jail from 2027 in what waste minister Mary Creagh called a “major crackdown on waste criminals”. As part of the government’s Waste Crime Action Plan, laws being laid this week will require waste handlers to prove they are qualified to transport waste. Ms Creagh said the…
Fresh concerns have been raised about infrastructure issues at Princess of Wales Hospital after the hospital temporarily stopped accepting emergency patients following a disruption to its water supply. Health bosses advised patients to attend alternative hospitals while the issue is resolved. The incident comes just over a year after a major structural problem at the…
A South Wales mother will begin a gruelling trek up Ben Nevis at 5:30 AM this Friday (22nd May), carrying 281 hand-knitted kidneys to raise awareness for the Welsh transplant waiting list. Carolyn Thomas, from Efail Isaf, is leading the “One’s Enough” Three Peaks Challenge alongside friends and family. The team will carry 281 wool and…
When you allow development on the major floodplain in Cynon Valley, you can expect rising flood threats: Increased frequency and intensity of flooding pose heightened risks to transport links, communities, and health services. The Cwm Taf Morgannwg Public Services Board (PSB) today unveils a major new Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA), marking a collaborative milestone…
CARDIFF — Concerns are mounting over the Welsh Government’s plans for a separate Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), with opposition politicians, retailers and members of the public questioning how the system will work in practice — particularly for goods bought online from England and the added cost facing struggling households. The debate intensified after wine merchants…
No two days are ever the same as a school nurse (SCPHN) – and that’s exactly what makes the role so rewarding. As part of the first ever Wales School Nursing Week, we’re highlighting the impact of our school nursing teams. Ashleigh is based at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon and shared some insights into her role. “Most days begin by checking in on messages, referrals, and any safeguarding…
Image above when Cynon Valley had its Classic Car Show at the Ynys Sports Fields, and it was free Car lovers and families are all invited to Rhondda Heritage Park Museum this summer, as the much‑loved Classic Car Show rolls back in for another brilliant day! Taking place on Saturday 27 June, 10am–4pm, the event…
The Welsh Conservatives have said Plaid Cymru must take responsibility for Wales’ struggling economy after years of backing Labour through coalition, cooperation agreements and budget deals. The latest economic statistics show that the number of paid employees in Wales is falling faster than the overall UK level and economic inactivity continues to rise, highlighting the…
