Quantcast
Channel: Barry And District News | Latest news

Scope finds playgrounds not accessible for disabled children

Half of playgrounds in the UK are not accessible for disabled children, according to new research from Scope.

View Article



Expect busiest travel day this Easter Saturday, warns AA

The AA has warned of the busiest travel day this Easter as millions are to take to the roads.

View Article

M4 road closures in South Wales this week - the full list

There will be several overnight road closures in place on the M4 this week (March 25 to 31) according to Traffic Wales - see the full list.

View Article

Roads set to be inspected for potholes more frequently

Vale of Glamorgan Council are set to tackle potholes and other defects more frequently.

View Article

What do Barry businesses really need to help them thrive?

Labour’s parliamentary candidate for the Vale has set up a 'business taskforce'

View Article


Barry paperboy saves pensioner who had just 24 hours to live

Whitmore High's Harley Nixon-Phillips was described as a hero

View Article

Bed bugs in UK hotels to reach worst levels yet in 2024

Despite a 278% increase in bed bug levels in UK hotels over the past two years, recent research suggests 2024 is set to be the worst yet.

View Article

Papa Johns closing 43 UK restaurants - see the full list

Pizza chain Papa Johns has revealed it will close 43 “underperforming" restaurants in the UK in the next two months.

View Article


British Gas, EDF, OVO, Octopus smart meter customers warned

A warning has been issued to four million British Gas, OVO, Octopus, EDF smart meter energy customers.

View Article


Martin Lewis energy tariff advice for April price change

Ahead of the energy price change in April 2024, Martin Lewis has suggested what energy tariffs to go for

View Article

Four South Wales fish and chip shops named among UK's best

Four South Wales fish and chip shops including Yan’s Fish Bar and Hikary’s Fish Bar were named in the top 50 Best Fish & Chip Takeaways in the UK by Fry Magazine.

View Article

McDonald's Happy Meal prices slashed to £1.99 for Easter

McDonald’s will cut the price of its Happy Meals ahead of Easter and customers can take advantage of the offer via the McDonald's app

View Article

Barry mum launches a brand new taxi service for pets

Lisa Charles has achieved her dream of launching her own taxi business exclusively for pets.

View Article


M4 crash victim named as 'larger than life' character

Stephen Abbott died following the collision on the M4 motorway between Hendy and Pont Abraham

View Article

Katherine Jenkins is Culinary Association of Wales ambassador

A Welsh global superstar has been named as the first ambassador for the Culinary Association of Wales.

View Article


Public warned about cattle interactions on UK Easter walks

The HSE has warned the public to take care around livestock on their walks this Easter.

View Article

Heightened car safety advice issued for drivers this Easter

Drivers are being urged to ensure their cars are kept safe to avoid thefts this Easter.

View Article


Bro Radio community awards to celebrate achievements in Vale

A Vale of Glamorgan radio station has re-launched its community awards to celebrate 'all that's great' about the community.

View Article

Children still not getting benefits of being outdoors

A child psychologist says that two years after covid-19 restrictions ended, children are still not getting the full benefits of being outside.

View Article

Personal bests at Barry Amateur Swimming Club gala

The Barry Amateur Swimming Club recently held their annual Town Mayor's Cup Gala.

View Article

Cowbridge Charter Trust's funding for maintaining town walls

Funding has been given for upkeep of historic walls in the Vale of Glamorgan.

View Article


Barry biomass burner planning applications rejected

Vale of Glamorgan planning committee rejected the plant's applications

View Article


Morrisons recall over bacteria which can cause meningitis

The bacteria can survive and even grow under refrigeration and can cause Listeriosis which can last up to several weeks

View Article

Morrisons recall over bacteria which can cause meningitis

The bacteria can survive and even grow under refrigeration and can cause Listeriosis which can last up to several weeks

View Article

Aldi reveals more new UK stores opening in the coming months

Aldi has revealed the location of six new stores set to open in the coming months as part of a planned 35 in 2024.

View Article


DWP Pension increase next week 'not enough' experts warn

Pensioners will see their state pension increase by up to £900 from April 1

View Article

Easter egg warning from NHS doctor as GP practices close

GP surgeries will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday, and Dr Kelso also warned that pharmacies will need “more time” to process repeat prescriptions

View Article

Hay fever warning: Brits issued guidance from experts

According to Allergy UK, one in four adults in the UK is affected by hay fever, and the number has tripled in the past thirty years.

View Article

Aldi reveals more new UK stores opening in the coming months

Aldi has revealed the location of six new stores set to open in the coming months as part of a planned 35 in 2024.

View Article



Check your eligibility for school essentials grant in Wales

Parents in Wales should check if they can claim and to apply for a School Essentials grant for help with school essentials.

View Article

Royal College of Nursing lists steps to safeguard Welsh NHS

The Royal College of Nursing has highlighted three urgent steps to save the NHS in Wales.

View Article

Wales & West Utilities' diversity and inclusion award

Wales & West Utilities has been given an award for diversity and inclusion at the CIPD Wales awards.

View Article

Careers Wales shortlisted at UK Career Development Awards

Careers Wales has been nominated for three awards.

View Article


Med students in Wales planning work exodus for better pay

More than a third of medical students in Wales plan to work outside Wales once they have graduated.

View Article

Welsh Cycling's Festiva Series to get more people on bikes

A cycling initiative has been launched to get more people in Wales on bikes.

View Article

Barry's biomass plant has planning application rejected

Plans to bring in a controversial incinerator have been halted for now

View Article


Welsh Government ministers driven 278,000 miles in two years

Welsh ministers have been accused of “hypocrisy” after racking up enough mileage through the government’s car scheme in just two years to circumnavigate the globe 11 times.

View Article


Vale Food Trail returns in 2024: Get your business involved

The Vale Food Trail will return in 2024, and businesses still have time to sign up.

View Article

Wales' last direct route to Paris from Cardiff Airport scrapped

Cardiff Airport has announced that another airline has pulled out of direct routes to Paris this summer.

View Article

Vale of Glamorgan Council's business recycling scheme

A new recycling service for businesses has been launched by the Vale of Glamorgan Council to help with the new regulations.

View Article

Charges at two Barry car parks to change from April

Charges at Nell's Point and Harbour Road car parks are about to change

View Article


Barry man jailed for driving without licence on motorway

Andre Laventure was caught on the M6 and the A4226 in Barry

View Article

Barry business opens factory for vehicle performance boost

Barry's Performance Emissions opens a factory in Abercarn to improve vehicle performance and environmental responsibility.

View Article


Indie band The K's to bring debut album to Cardiff Tramshed

Indie band The K's will be coming to Cardiff in April in celebration of their debut album.

View Article

Welsh panel examines important role of apprenticeships

A number of ways that apprenticeships could improve skills gaps in Wales were discussed at a recent conference.

View Article


Welsh committee delves into high street bank closures

The impact of the closure of high street banks in Wales will be investigated by the Welsh Affairs Committee.

View Article

Barratt Homes South Wales' five-star rating 15 years running

Barratt Homes South Wales has been given a five-star rating for customer satisfaction for the 15th year in a row.

View Article

Easter event in Cadoxton brings community together

The Barry community got together for a special Easter event earlier this week.

View Article

Vale of Glamorgan Evri couriers spread joy with Easter Bunny

The Easter bunny will be making special deliveries in the Vale of Glamorgan - and it's not just bringing chocolate!

View Article


Free spring market in Barry hosted by mayor Ian Johnson

The mayor's will host a spring market in Barry this weekend.

View Article





Latest Images