Ospreys crisis deepens as MPs summon WRU chiefs and players accuse owners of “cowardly leadership The political and sporting fallout over the future of the Ospreys has escalated again, with MPs now set to question the Welsh Rugby Union’s top officials as anger grows over leaked plans that could…

New artist’s impression reveals dramatic transformation planned for Swansea’s Civic Centre site Swansea Council’s regeneration partners Urban Splash have released a fresh artist’s impression showing how the city’s Civic Centre site could look once the authority moves out of the landmark seafront…

Two weeks of rail chaos ahead as major upgrades hit Swansea services Train passengers across Swansea are being warned to brace for two weeks of disruption as Network Rail carries out what it calls “vital” upgrades on one of South Wales’ busiest rail corridors.

Leaf Boat sculpture removed from Castle Square as major redevelopment moves ahead The Leaf Boat sculpture and the square’s fountain have now been removed from Castle Square as work progresses on the multi‑million‑pound transformation of the city centre site.

Swansea Council leader says legal options being examined as uncertainty over Ospreys intensifies Swansea Council leader Rob Stewart says the authority is exploring “every option, including legal avenues” to keep the Ospreys playing top‑flight rugby in the city.

Major 250‑home Bryncoch development back on the table as new plans revealed A major housing scheme for a steep greenfield site in Bryncoch has returned to the table as developers release new plans for up to 250 homes.

Pontardawe engineering firm up for two major Swansea Bay Business Awards A Pontardawe engineering manufacturer that’s been making high‑performance metal components in the Swansea Valley for almost 50 years has been shortlisted for two top awards.

Family‑run Nathaniel Cars to create 40 new jobs after £6.2m funding boost Bridgend‑based Nathaniel Cars is creating 40 new jobs as part of its biggest expansion in 45 years after securing a £6.2 million funding package from NatWest and Lombard.

Future of Ospreys under threat as club owner believed to be WRU’s preferred bidder for Cardiff Fresh fears for the Ospreys as the WRU enters exclusive talks with a Cardiff bidder widely reported to be their own owners, Y11 Sport & Media.

New Welsh movement aims to reclaim the social web with ‘pethau bychain’ digital campaign A Welsh‑built social network is launching a new movement to reclaim the internet from global tech giants, urging people across Wales to take back control of how they connect online.

Brains puts a modern twist on a Llanelli brewing legend with bold new Reverend James campaign Brains Brewery has launched a bold new digital campaign celebrating one of Wales’ most famous pints — and it all traces back to a Llanelli brewing icon who once balanced the pulpit with the pint.

Tonia Antoniazzi and Henry Tufnell among 60 Labour MPs to back call banning social media for under 16s Tonia Antoniazzi, MP for Gower and Henry Tufnell, MP for Mid & South Pembrokeshire are amongst 60 Labour MPs to write to the Prime Minister calling for an Australia-style ruling for tech firms to…

Haverfordwest Covid loan cheat who ran Carmarthen phone shop ordered to repay nearly £200k A Covid fraudster from Haverfordwest who ran a mobile phone shop in Carmarthen’s Merlin’s Walk has been ordered to repay almost £200,000 after swindling £150,000 in Bounce Back Loans during the pandemic.

‘Tax on vulnerability’: Warning Swansea is ‘sleepwalking into a care crisis’ Swansea families are being hit by a “tax on vulnerability” as Wales “sleepwalks into a care crisis”, sector leaders have warned.

Bridgend kitchen firm expands production after securing council-backed funding A long‑established Welsh kitchen manufacturer has boosted its production capacity after securing support from Bridgend County Borough Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Outrage after far‑right group urges parents to boycott school mosque visit A far‑right group based in Swansea and Llanelli has sparked anger after publishing inflammatory posts urging parents to stop their children from taking part in a school visit to Sketty Mosque — including a post declaring…

Swansea schoolboy, 9, runs 100km in 30 days and raises over £2,000 for Kids Cancer Charity A nine‑year‑old Swansea schoolboy has completed an extraordinary month‑long running challenge, smashing his fundraising target and winning the hearts of his community after clocking up more than 100km in…

Six-try Northampton sink Scarlets in Champions Cup  Scarlets European adventure is over for another season after a 43-28 loss to last Northampton Saints at Franklin’s Gardens eliminated Nigel Davies’ side from the Investec Champions Cup. 

Swans boss Matos hails ‘influential’ Franco after Birmingham draw  Swansea City head coach Vitor Matos was full of praise for midfielder Goncalo Franco after playing a starring role in the 1-1 draw with Birmingham City at the Swansea.com Stadium last night. 

Swansea Cancer Research shop among 58 set to close as charity cuts high‑street presence Cancer Research UK is shutting its Union Street shop in Swansea as part of a major shake‑up that will see 58 stores close by May 2026.

Swansea Wetherspoons to celebrate Burns night with traditional Scottish offerings Four pubs in and around Swansea will be celebrating the life of the Scottish poet Robert Burns by hosting a seven-day celebration, from Wednesday 21 to Tuesday 27 January inclusive.

Police granted extra powers after antisocial behaviour at two Llanelli retail parks Police have been handed extra powers to crack down on antisocial behaviour at two of Llanelli’s busiest retail parks after a spike in incidents over the past week.

Jones pleased with Ospreys learnings despite Montpellier loss   Ospreys head coach Mark Jones feels the minutes and lessons learnt after the 31-26 EPCR Challenge Cup loss to Montpellier last night at the Brewery Field will stand his team in good stead for the season. 

Gutsy Ospreys edged out in Montpellier thriller Ospreys fell just short of earning a home EPCR Challenge Cup knockout tie after going down 28-26 in their Pool 1 encounter against Montpellier tonight at the Brewery Field.

Honours even as Swans share entertaining draw with Birmingham In a fascinating contest, Swansea City drew 1-1 with Birmingham City in a thrilling league encounter at the Swansea.com Stadium this evening.

Carmarthenshire holiday parks launch all-inclusive Offer Carmarthen Bay and Pendine Sands Holiday Parks in Carmarthenshire, owned by Parkdean Resorts, are rolling out a new all-inclusive upgrade, with prices starting from just £25 per adult and £10 per child per day.

Costelow back for Scarlets Euro clash with Saints Wales fly-half Sam Costelow returns as one of three changes made by new boss Nigel Davies for Scarlets Investec Champions Cup clash with Northampton Saints at Franklin’s Gardens on Sunday.

Swansea shopkeeper jailed after £45k stash of illegal vapes found hidden in toilet and bed A Swansea shopkeeper has been jailed after officers uncovered a £45,000 haul of illegal vapes and tobacco hidden in secret compartments, a toilet panel and even inside his bed.

Lake out as Ospreys make multiple changes for Montpellier Euro clash Wales captain Dewi Lake misses out for Ospreys this weekend in their final Pool 1 EPCR Challenge Cup match against Montpellier at Bridgend's Brewery Field tomorrow night.

Vape shop shut down after illegal stock and cannabis seized in Port Talbot A Port Talbot vape shop has been shut down for three months after Trading Standards officers uncovered illegal tobacco, oversized vapes and even a stash of cannabis on the premises.

Four men charged after ‘aggressive’ cold‑callers spark alarm in Mumbles and Gower villages Police have charged four men after residents in Mumbles and villages across the Gower reported cold‑callers knocking doors, acting suspiciously and, in some cases, behaving aggressively while trying to sell…

Teen who researched how to carry out a terror attack jailed after police uncover disturbing online activity An 18‑year‑old from Cwmbran has been locked up after Counter Terrorism Policing Wales uncovered evidence he had been researching how to plan a terror‑style attack — including looking up…

Swansea households set for major recycling shake‑up as council plans new containers and free garden waste sacks Swansea residents are set for the biggest shake‑up to their recycling routine in years, with council chiefs preparing to roll out new reusable containers, scrap charges for garden waste…

Inside Swansea’s old Debenhams: stripped‑out photos show dramatic transformation as major revamp gathers pace Swansea’s former Debenhams has been gutted from top to bottom — and new photos reveal the once‑bustling department store now reduced to bare concrete as work to bring the landmark back to…

Flamin’ hot crisps, cornflakes and popcorn: Swansea’s wild new soup craze revealed Swansea has officially lost the plot — at least when it comes to soup. New research shows people across the city are topping their winter warmers with everything from flamin’ hot crisps to chocolate, coffee and even…

“This could change your life”: Young Swansea singers urged to enter £3,000 voice contest Young singers from Swansea are being urged to step into the spotlight and compete for a £3,000 prize in one of the world’s most prestigious classical music contests.

Bus routes restored for Pen‑y‑Fai, Kenfig Pool and Mawdlam after deal struck Bus services through Pen‑y‑Fai, Kenfig Pool and Mawdlam are being reinstated after Bridgend Council reached an agreement with First Cymru — bringing relief to residents who’ve been cut off from regular public transport.

Kidwelly cannabis farm uncovered after police find photos on man’s phone A major cannabis factory hidden inside a house on Lady Street in Kidwelly was exposed after police stopped a van on the M4 — and found photos of the grow on a passenger’s phone.

Port Talbot driver jailed after 70mph chase through 20mph zone A banned driver who hit 70mph in a 20mph street and mounted kerbs during a police chase has been jailed after a judge said it was “sheer luck” he didn’t kill someone.

Former Swansea police station turned into 68‑room homeless accommodation A former city centre police station has been transformed into 68 rooms of temporary accommodation for people facing homelessness in Swansea.

Four arrested after suspected racially aggravated attack in Swansea city centre A 20‑year‑old man is in hospital and four men have been arrested after a suspected racially aggravated attack in Swansea city centre.

Carmarthen’s old Debenhams reborn as ‘Atriwm’ — but opening pushed back to 2027 Carmarthen’s long‑awaited health and wellbeing centre finally has a name — but residents will have to wait another year to see it open.

Former Red Arrows chief engineer from Tregroes picked as Government Aviation Ambassador A former Red Arrows chief engineer from rural Ceredigion has been chosen by the UK Government to help inspire the next generation of aviation workers.

Swansea man jailed for six years after stalking ex and attacking man on Wind Street A Swansea man who launched a violent campaign of assaults and stalking against his former partner — before attacking a man he believed she was seeing — has been jailed for six years.

Big fix planned to end years of flooding chaos at Killay Square A major drainage overhaul is being lined up to finally stop Killay Square turning into a mini‑lake every time it rains — after years of misery for drivers, bus passengers and local businesses.

Optical Express and sk:n sign up for major new Kingsway office scheme A leading eye surgery provider and a national skin clinic brand are the latest names to sign up for Swansea’s flagship 71/72 Kingsway development.

Waunarlwydd man jailed for ten years for online child sex offences A 25‑year‑old man from Waunarlwydd has been jailed for ten years after admitting a series of online child sex offences.

Bridgend trio jailed after attacking man with metal pole, baseball bat and walking stick Three people from Bridgend have been jailed after carrying out a broad‑daylight attack in North Cornelly that was caught on camera by a member of the public.

Swansea Building Society reports £117.5m in mortgage lending as outlook improves for borrowers Swansea Building Society says it completed £117.5 million in mortgage lending during 2025 as easing interest rates helped improve affordability for borrowers.

Cwtch Mawr multibank begins pilot expansion into Neath Port Talbot Faith in Families says its Cwtch Mawr multibank has launched a major pilot to rush essential goods into communities across Neath Port Talbot.