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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 3h
Swansea and Neath Port Talbot probation service told it is failing to keep the public safe

Inspectors have warned that probation officers in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot are not doing enough to protect the public, after the local service was rated “requires improvement” in a new report.
Swansea and Neath Port Talbot probation service told it is failing to keep the public safe
Inspectors have warned that probation officers in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot are not doing enough to protect the public, after the local service was rated “requires improvement” in a new report.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 10h
Unite: First Cymru strike will ‘shut down bus network’ across Wales

Unite has warned that strike action by First Cymru staff later this month will “shut down the bus network across huge swathes of the country”, accusing the company of paying “poverty wages” and withholding back pay.
Unite: First Cymru strike will ‘shut down bus network’ across Wales
Unite has warned that strike action by First Cymru staff later this month will “shut down the bus network across huge swathes of the country”, accusing the company of paying “poverty wages” and withholding back pay.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 10h
Steelworkers face ‘catastrophic’ Christmas pay cuts as Tata plans extended shutdown

Steelworkers in Port Talbot and across South Wales could see their pay packets slashed by more than a third over Christmas, the Senedd has been told.
Steelworkers face ‘catastrophic’ Christmas pay cuts as Tata plans extended shutdown
Steelworkers in Port Talbot and across South Wales could see their pay packets slashed by more than a third over Christmas, the Senedd has been told.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 11h
Plans lodged to turn derelict Swansea nightclub and gym into new flats and shops

A long‑vacant property off Swansea’s Kingsway could be transformed into new homes and commercial space under fresh plans submitted to the council.
Plans lodged to turn derelict Swansea nightclub and gym into new flats and shops
A long‑vacant property off Swansea’s Kingsway could be transformed into new homes and commercial space under fresh plans submitted to the council.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 12h
First Bus strike to cause major disruption across south and west Wales

Bus passengers across south and west Wales are being warned to expect major disruption later this month after First Bus confirmed strike action by Unite members.
First Bus strike to cause major disruption across south and west Wales
Bus passengers across south and west Wales are being warned to expect major disruption later this month after First Bus confirmed strike action by Unite members.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 12h
Swansea train manager jailed for sexually assaulting teenage passenger

A former Great Western Railway train manager from Swansea has been jailed for seven years after sexually assaulting an 18‑year‑old passenger on a service between Cardiff and Swansea.
Swansea train manager jailed for sexually assaulting teenage passenger
A former Great Western Railway train manager from Swansea has been jailed for seven years after sexually assaulting an 18‑year‑old passenger on a service between Cardiff and Swansea.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 13h
Pembrokeshire vets swap surgery for the sea in pink yacht charity challenge

A team of vets and nurses from Fenton Vets in Pembrokeshire have spent the summer racing a striking pink yacht to raise thousands of pounds for breast cancer charities.
Pembrokeshire vets swap surgery for the sea in pink yacht charity challenge
A team of vets and nurses from Fenton Vets in Pembrokeshire have spent the summer racing a striking pink yacht to raise thousands of pounds for breast cancer charities.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 14h
S4C secures new four‑year deal for Welsh‑language Six Nations coverage

Welsh‑language broadcaster S4C has confirmed a new four‑year agreement with Six Nations Rugby, guaranteeing live coverage of Wales’ matches from 2026.
S4C secures new four‑year deal for Welsh‑language Six Nations coverage
Welsh‑language broadcaster S4C has confirmed a new four‑year agreement with Six Nations Rugby, guaranteeing live coverage of Wales’ matches from 2026.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 14h
Scott Quinnell joins Swansea night shift for new S4C series

Welsh rugby legend Scott Quinnell is swapping the rugby pitch for the night shift in a new S4C series that shines a light on the workers who keep Wales moving while the rest of the country sleeps.
Scott Quinnell joins Swansea night shift for new S4C series
Welsh rugby legend Scott Quinnell is swapping the rugby pitch for the night shift in a new S4C series that shines a light on the workers who keep Wales moving while the rest of the country sleeps.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 15h
Anger as frail veterans left unable to access Llanelli Cenotaph

Calls are growing for Carmarthenshire County Council to act after campaigners warned that frail and disabled veterans will be unable to pay their respects at Llanelli’s Cenotaph this Remembrance.
Anger as frail veterans left unable to access Llanelli Cenotaph
Calls are growing for Carmarthenshire County Council to act after campaigners warned that frail and disabled veterans will be unable to pay their respects at Llanelli’s Cenotaph this Remembrance.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 16h
New train sculpture unveiled in Gowerton celebrates Swansea’s railway heritage

A striking new sculpture has been unveiled in Gowerton, marking the community’s historic links to Swansea’s industrial railway past.
New train sculpture unveiled in Gowerton celebrates Swansea’s railway heritage
A striking new sculpture has been unveiled in Gowerton, marking the community’s historic links to Swansea’s industrial railway past.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 17h
Urban HQ officially opens as Swansea’s new creative hub

A landmark Swansea building has been given a new lease of life as Urban HQ, a café and creative hub designed to bring businesses, community groups and creatives together.
Urban HQ officially opens as Swansea’s new creative hub
A landmark Swansea building has been given a new lease of life as Urban HQ, a café and creative hub designed to bring businesses, community groups and creatives together.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 18h
NHS Wales complaints system overhaul approved by Senedd

The Senedd has approved sweeping reforms to the way complaints are handled in NHS Wales.
NHS Wales complaints system overhaul approved by Senedd
The Senedd has approved sweeping reforms to the way complaints are handled in NHS Wales.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 18h
Swansea professor appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

A Swansea University academic has been appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
Swansea professor appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
A Swansea University academic has been appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 18h
Ammanford’s Owain Wyn Evans recovering after emergency surgery

BBC Radio 2 presenter Owain Wyn Evans has told fans he is recovering in hospital after undergoing emergency surgery to remove his gallbladder.
Ammanford’s Owain Wyn Evans recovering after emergency surgery
BBC Radio 2 presenter Owain Wyn Evans has told fans he is recovering in hospital after undergoing emergency surgery to remove his gallbladder.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 1d
Police uncover 300 cannabis plants in former Maesteg bank

Around 300 cannabis plants have been discovered inside the former HSBC Bank on Talbot Street, Maesteg, after officers executed a warrant this morning.
Police uncover 300 cannabis plants in former Maesteg bank
Around 300 cannabis plants have been discovered inside the former HSBC Bank on Talbot Street, Maesteg, after officers executed a warrant this morning.
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Alltwen man jailed for child sex abuse offences

A man from Alltwen in the Swansea Valley has been jailed for more than two years after pleading guilty to multiple child sex abuse offences, including possession and distribution of indecent images.
Alltwen man jailed for child sex abuse offences
A man from Alltwen in the Swansea Valley has been jailed for more than two years after pleading guilty to multiple child sex abuse offences, including possession and distribution of indecent images.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 1d
Housing services set to join Y Storfa community hub in city centre

Swansea Council’s Housing Options and Housing Support teams will relocate from High Street to the new Y Storfa development later this year.
Housing services set to join Y Storfa community hub in city centre
Swansea Council’s Housing Options and Housing Support teams will relocate from High Street to the new Y Storfa development later this year.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 1d
Swansea humanitarian returns home after detention in Israel

Swansea humanitarian Leigh Evans has safely returned home after being detained by Israeli authorities while delivering aid towards Gaza.
Swansea humanitarian returns home after detention in Israel
Swansea humanitarian Leigh Evans has safely returned home after being detained by Israeli authorities while delivering aid towards Gaza.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 1d
Swansea burglar jailed after repeatedly targeting woman in her nineties

A 22‑year‑old burglar from Morriston has been jailed after repeatedly breaking into homes and vehicles in his community — including twice targeting the home of a woman in her nineties.
Swansea burglar jailed after repeatedly targeting woman in her nineties
A 22‑year‑old burglar from Morriston has been jailed after repeatedly breaking into homes and vehicles in his community — including twice targeting the home of a woman in her nineties.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 1d
Tories dangle Senedd budget talks with Labour – with a big tax‑cut catch

The Welsh Conservatives say they are willing to discuss next year’s Welsh Government budget with First Minister Eluned Morgan — but only if Labour agrees to scrap Stamp Duty in Wales, one of the few devolved taxes under…
Tories dangle Senedd budget talks with Labour – with a big tax‑cut catch
The Welsh Conservatives say they are willing to discuss next year’s Welsh Government budget with First Minister Eluned Morgan — but only if Labour agrees to scrap Stamp Duty in Wales, one of the few devolved taxes under Cardiff Bay’s control.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 2d
Row over £38m cut to Welsh funding under new Local Growth scheme

Wales will receive £547m over the next three years under the UK Government’s new Local Growth Fund — £38m less than under the previous Shared Prosperity Fund — sparking political rows over the scale and control of the cash.
Row over £38m cut to Welsh funding under new Local Growth scheme
Wales will receive £547m over the next three years under the UK Government’s new Local Growth Fund — £38m less than under the previous Shared Prosperity Fund — sparking political rows over the scale and control of the cash.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 2d
Port Talbot steel crisis: Local Labour MP and MS demand UK Government raise tariffs to protect industry

Aberavon MP Stephen Kinnock and Senedd Member David Rees — who both represent the constituency that includes Tata’s Port Talbot steelworks — have urged the Labour‑run UK Government to urgently…
Port Talbot steel crisis: Local Labour MP and MS demand UK Government raise tariffs to protect industry
Aberavon MP Stephen Kinnock and Senedd Member David Rees — who both represent the constituency that includes Tata’s Port Talbot steelworks — have urged the Labour‑run UK Government to urgently increase tariffs and reduce quotas on imported steel, warning that unfair dumping is collapsing domestic demand.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 2d
Scarlets land shock signing of Crusaders No. 8 Fletcher Anderson to bolster injury-hit pack

Scarlets have pulled off an eye‑catching move by signing highly‑rated New Zealand No. 8 Fletcher Anderson from Super Rugby champions Crusaders, strengthening their back row ahead of a crucial block of…
Scarlets land shock signing of Crusaders No. 8 Fletcher Anderson to bolster injury-hit pack
Scarlets have pulled off an eye‑catching move by signing highly‑rated New Zealand No. 8 Fletcher Anderson from Super Rugby champions Crusaders, strengthening their back row ahead of a crucial block of fixtures.
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Swansea Bay News @swanseabaynews.bsky.social · 2d
Vodafone broadband outage hits thousands across UK

Vodafone customers across the UK have been left without internet this afternoon after a major outage affecting both home broadband and mobile services.
Vodafone broadband outage hits thousands across UK
Vodafone customers across the UK have been left without internet this afternoon after a major outage affecting both home broadband and mobile services.
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