Planners assess proposal to convert former GM Jones HQ in Llanrwst into a hotel amid economic benefit arguments and local council concerns. Hotel Plan for Former Conwy HQ Faces Scrutiny from Local Planners Hey, you won’t believe this local story. Planners looked at turning an old HQ into a hotel. It used to belong to…
Cardiff councilors halt 205-home plan near Church Farm due to M4 noise fears and community concerns regarding traffic. Cardiff Home Plan Delayed Due to M4 Noise Concerns Raised by Councillors Cardiff councillors delayed a decision involving building 205 homes planned for Church Farm in Lisvane. The planning committee met on February 6th. Councillor Lancaster voiced…
Planners recommend approval for the A55 A470 link, pending flood and tree plans. Decision is set for February 12. A55 and A470 Link Gets Approval Nod From Planning Officers They plan to build a path and bridges. This connects the A470 to the A55 junction. Conwy Council got money for better paths. The UK government…
A family grieves as Rhyl residency rules prevent their grandmother’s burial next to her husband, despite her deep connection to the town. Family Devastated by Rule Blocking Grandmother’s Burial in Rhyl A family is sad. They can’t bury their grandma where she wished. Gwendoline Durkin, age 95, recently passed away and she wanted to rest…
New parking fees at Rhos on Sea prom anger locals. They seek local discounts amid fears for business. Rhos on Sea Parking Fees Spark Outrage Called Tourism Tax By Locals Locals are angry about parking fees at a new promenade. It’s in the Conwy resort in Rhos on Sea. People must now pay £5.50 to…
Residents of Brithdir Mawr, a Welsh off-grid community, are resisting eviction by the landlady, seeking a resolution. Welsh Hill Village Faces Eviction Residents Refuse to Leave Andromeda Gervásio chops veggies in a busy farmhouse kitchen. Rosie Gillam and Will Cooke gather wood for fuel. They live at Brithdir Mawr, an off-grid housing co-op where dinner…
New data reveals Leicester as Leicestershire’s most dangerous area with high crime rates compared to other regions. Leicestershire Crime: Riskiest Area Revealed in New Data New numbers say Leicester is a risky place to live. These figures show crime reports are high there. One crime report exists for every eight people. Police data covers England…
Council tries again to close Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre after High Court stopped previous attempts. Repair costs are too High. Caerphilly Council Makes New Attempt To Shut Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre The Caerphilly Council wants to close Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre. The High Court stopped them twice before, most recently in January 2025. A fresh report indicates they’ll…
Discover Welsh restaurants and businesses with zero food hygiene ratings. Urgent improvements are needed for these establishments. Zero Food Hygiene Ratings Restaurants and Businesses List in Wales Hey, I saw this article about food places in Wales. Some places got a zero food hygiene rating. That’s the worst score possible. About 34 places have this…
Recent cases reveal shocking instances of child abuse in Wales, resulting in serious injuries and jail time for offenders. Welsh Courts Sentence Criminals for Horrific Baby and Child Abuse Hurting babies horrifies everyone. Courts heavily punish those who commit these acts. Often, children suffer quietly for months, and injuries can impact them forever. Here are…