Minister states violence against women happens everywhere, and new law will target spiking with jail time. Spiking to Be New Offence Violence Against Women Happens Everywhere Jess Phillips said violence against women happens everywhere. A new law will make spiking a specific crime. The government announced this Friday. Spiking will carry a 10-year prison sentence.…
A pregnant inmate details harrowing experiences, raising critical questions about prison conditions for expectant mothers. Pregnant in Prison Ordeal: ‘Baby Death Fears, Inconvenient Treatment’ Pregnant prisoners increased by 36% since last year. Suzy was in prison awaiting trial, where she discovered she was pregnant. Suzy was later found to be innocent of her crime. Last…
Foster Wales launches a campaign to recruit local carers, aiming to keep children connected to their communities. Foster Wales Campaign Aims to Recruit More Local Foster Carers Foster Wales promotes local fostering over other options. They highlight support and social worker connections. Wales seeks to stop for-profit agencies fostering kids. Exceptions may occur in special…
Storm Bert cost Rhondda Cynon Taf £13m after flooding hit 400 properties. A bridge was swept away again. RCT Council Faces £13m Bill After Severe Storm Damage in Late 2024 Andrew Morgan spoke to a Senedd inquiry. The inquiry looked at responses to storms Bert and Darragh. These storms caused chaos in Wales in late…
Mayor Nathan Matthews explores Blaenavon’s rich history from its 1860 local board to present, highlighting key figures. Blaenavon Mayor Explores Town Council History of 160 Years Blaenavon had its first local board in 1860. It came before the current town council in 1974. The council chamber holds historical items showing Blaenavon’s past administration. Mayor Dr.…
Amelia, 13, vanished from Newport Wales in early hours. Police believe she may have traveled to Bristol. Public urged to help. Urgent Search Launched for Missing 13 Year Old Amelia in Newport Wales A 13-year-old girl named Amelia is missing. People started looking for her immediately. She disappeared in the middle of the night. Amelia…
Spiking will be a crime under a new law. The Crime and Policing Bill could bring a 10-year prison sentence. New Law Makes Spiking a Criminal Offence, Carrying 10 Year Sentence The government said spiking will be a crime. A new law could mean a 10-year prison sentence. This falls under the Crime and Policing…
Caerphilly faces budget issues. Council tax may rise by 7.9%. Focus on key services like social care and schools. Council Tax Rise Looms as Leader Unveils Caerphilly Budget Plans Caerphilly Council will protect important services. They are planning the 2025/26 budget now. Council tax will increase during this time. Sean Morgan leads Caerphilly Council. He…
Locals fear traffic, flooding, and damage to a Roman fort due to new housing developments in Penpedairheol. Residents Voice Concerns Over Caerphilly Council LDP Housing Plans People in Penpedairheol are worried about new homes. The homes could come from a council planning strategy. Over one hundred people met at Cascade Centre. They talked about the…
Flintshire Council faces an £18 million gap. Must debate a 9.5% Council Tax rise to protect services and build reserves. Flintshire Council to Debate 2025/26 Budget Amid Funding Challenges The Cabinet will look at the budget on February 24. They must close an £18 million funding gap. Full Council will then vote on it that…