Officers have seized a further 55 illegal e-bikes and scooters during a recent deployment in Cardiff. On Sunday 25 and Friday 30 January, officers in Cardiff were deployed across the city centre, Ely, Fairwater, Cathays and Roath as part of a local initiative targeting illegal and dangerously ridden e-bikes and off-road vehicles in our towns….
In August 2025, Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Environmental Health team served a legal notice on a dog owner for failing to comply with The Microchipping of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2015. In August 2025, Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Environmental Health team served a legal notice on a dog owner for failing to comply with The Microchipping…
Swansea Council has issued pre‑action legal letters to the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) and Y11, owners of the Ospreys, after being told that regional rugby in Swansea will not exist beyond the end of next season if a takeover of Cardiff Rugby by Y11 is successful. The local authority said it has “serious concerns that…
Plans for a new riverside plaza in Pontypridd town centre are facing renewed criticism, as residents question whether millions of pounds of public money are being spent on a “vanity project” while flooding and public service pressures continue to worsen across the town. The latest controversy follows a Rhondda Cynon Taf Council (RCTC) announcement confirming…
Residents may notice investigation work taking place to the pictured riverbank, near Pentwyn Sports Ground in Penrhiwceiber, from next week. The work, being carried out by contractor Alun Griffiths Ltd, will inform a future repair scheme following scour damage to the riverbank of the Afon Cynon. The contractor will make use of the site compound…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has welcomed the publication of the Welsh Government’s Green Paper setting out proposals for the future governance of water in Wales. Ceri Davies, Interim Chief Executive of Natural Resources Wales said: “As Wales’ environmental regulator, safeguarding the water environment, ensuring sustainable water resources and supporting resilient ecosystems remain central to our…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) plays a key role in managing flood risk across Wales. One area that often raises questions is how we deal with trees, natural blockages, and debris in rivers. These features can influence flood risk, but they can also have ecological benefits. So, when does NRW intervene; when do we expect others…
Cambrian RFC is continuing its journey to improve facilities and support players of all ages, thanks to ongoing backing from local energy company Pennant Walters. Building on funding in 2024, which allowed the Club to transform its kitchen area and establish a physiotherapy room, the latest support has enabled further enhancements that will benefit every…
A new community-led project designed to support the emotional health of older patients and their families at Princess of Wales Hospital has been celebrated this week, transforming hospital day spaces into welcoming environments for connection, conversation and live music. Led by Daring to Dream – the Emotional Health Charity, the initiative introduces dedicated ‘Spaces to Talk’ and regular ‘Spaces to Sing’ live music afternoons for Acute Care for the…
Following the statement from Labour’s Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change on plans to create a new economic regulator for water in Wales, the Welsh Conservatives have criticised Labour’s long-standing failure to protect Wales’ waterways. Welsh Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and the Environment, Janet Finch-Saunders MS, said that after more than two decades…
