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PORT TALBOT: Steel plan sparks cautious hope — but big questions remain for Welsh jobs
The UK Government’s long-awaited plan to reshape the steel industry has sparked a wave of reaction across South West Wales — with cautious backing, growing concern and calls for clearer guarantees on jobs and investment. The post PORT TALBOT: Steel plan sparks cautious hope — but big questions...
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Eight schools to be built or transformed in Swansea at a cost of £300m
The projects need various approvals and a big proportion of the cost would be covered by the Welsh Government
He spat in his mum's face and beat her because she had no money to give him
Conor Abraham refused to attend court to be sentenced for attacking his mother
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LLANELLI HAULIER HIT HARD: Fuel crisis adds £64,000 A WEEK to costs — and shoppers could soon feel the pain
A major Llanelli-based haulage firm has been hit with a staggering £64,000-a-week fuel bill increase as the global oil crisis continues to bite — with warnings the cost will soon be passed on to shoppers. The post LLANELLI HAULIER HIT HARD: Fuel crisis adds £64,000 A WEEK to costs — and shoppe...
Welsh employers among hundreds named and shamed for underpaying staff - full list
'The vast majority of businesses in this country do the right thing by paying their staff properly and playing by the rules. It's not fair on them when others are able to get ahead by not paying the wages their workers are owed.'
“HEATING CRISIS HITTING US HARD”: Carmarthenshire families ‘forced to pay triple’ as oil reliance laid bare
Rural communities across Carmarthenshire are being hit hardest by the spiralling oil crisis — with some areas seeing nearly 70% of homes dependent on heating oil, according to new BBC analysis. The post “HEATING CRISIS H...
Medical firm carried out appointments in the back of van in laybys, court hears
Doctors on Wheels Ltd is accused of operating an "utterly misleading and thoroughly dishonest system"
FAIRIES LAND IN SWANSEA: Magical statue unveiled at station to bring Gower legend to life
Commuters passing through Swansea railway station are being stopped in their tracks this week — after a mystical new statue appeared outside the entrance. The post FAIRIES LAND IN SWANSEA: Magical statue unveiled at station to bring Gower legend to life appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Inside Swansea’s deadly new zoo exhibit where venom could help cure cancer
A new “deadly” attraction has opened in Swansea — but instead of danger, it could help unlock life-saving medical breakthroughs. The post Inside Swansea’s deadly new zoo exhibit where venom could help cure cancer appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Predator jailed for 21 years after ‘abhorrent’ attacks on woman and children
A man described by a judge as an “incredibly dangerous and cruel individual” has been jailed for more than 21 years after carrying out a series of horrific sexual offences against a woman and two children. The post Predator jailed for 21 years after ‘abhorrent’ attacks on woman and children ...
Swansea waterfront transformation to feature aquarium and new lido
It will include a part-digital and part-live display aquarium
£20m boost for Swansea Civic Centre days after MP’s call for action
Just days after calling for urgent progress on Swansea’s Civic Centre, Swansea West MP Torsten Bell has secured £20 million in UK Government funding to help drive forward plans for the landmark waterfront site. The post £20m boost for Swansea Civic Centre days after MP’s call for action appear...
'Our relationship looked perfect.... but with every insult, punch and slap I lost part of me'
Rebecca Davies took to the stand in court to describe the cruelty inflicted on her by drum teacher Ben Coffey who frequently told her to die, to kill herself
Houmous is IN, hotels are OUT! Shocking new basket reveals how YOUR spending has changed
Britain's shopping habits have been turned on their head, with houmous now officially a staple in the nation's inflation basket, while hotel stays are out! The post Houmous is IN, hotels are OUT! Shocking new basket reveals how YOUR spending has changed appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
PORT TALBOT: Football legends and social media stars tackle tradie mental health crisis
A charity football match in Port Talbot is set to shine a spotlight on the hidden mental health struggles faced by tradespeople across South Wales. The post PORT TALBOT: Football legends and social media stars tackle tradie mental health crisis appeared first on Swansea Bay New...
Wife blasts Swansea Ironman organisers after death of husband
Sam Buchan, 31, suffered a cardiac arrest in the water during the Ironman 70.3 race in Swansea Marina and later died in hospital
SWANSEA: Global workspace giant IWG takes huge 20,000 sq ft at booming Kingsway development
A major international company is moving into Swansea city centre, taking up a huge chunk of space at Swansea Council's 71/72 Kingsway development. The post SWANSEA: Global workspace giant IWG takes huge 20,000 sq ft at booming Kingsway development appeared first on ...
Shop owner stunned by thief's grovelling letter 15 years after crime
The shop owner said receiving the letter made his morning
Ancient Gower skill revives ‘flying hedge’ near popular play area
A unique piece of Gower countryside heritage is taking root near a popular Swansea play area, bringing with it a touch of ancient skill and a boost for local wildlife. The post Ancient Gower skill revives ‘flying hedge’ near popular play a...
Builder came up with genius plan after his tools were stolen
After his tools were stolen he immediately set about how he could help the police track down the thief