Idwal Davies BEM
Very sorry indeed to hear that Mr Idwal Davies BEM has passed away, and my deepest sympathies to all his family and friends on the loss of such a charming friend and wonderful community stalwart. As well as making a...
Men’s Shed Cwm Gwendraeth
Pleasure to visit Cwm Gwendraeth Men’s Shed (who also welcome women) at their HQ at the back of the former Gwendraeth School in Drefach this morning. They have an impressive suite of buildings and a community garden, where they...
New Hillsborough Law to become a reality
I’ve long supported calls for a “Hillsborough” Law and I’m proud the Labour Government is today delivering on its promise to introduce it. The new law will ensure truth, candour and justice after tragedy and has only been made...
Workplace rights boost moves closer
The Tories and Reform last night voted against plans to boost working conditions, including extending sick pay to 1.3 million of the lowest earners. Labour’s Employment Rights Bill will update outdated employment laws and turn the page on an...
Adult Learners’ Week 2025
Adult learning can transform lives – it can improve health and wellbeing, lead to career progression & help build friendships and connections. #AdultLearnersWeek is all about making Wales a nation of lifelong learners. Check out Learning and Work Institute...
£1 bus fares for young people across Wales
Young people in Llanelli aged 16-21 can now travel on local buses for only £1 (or £3 for a day pass). The Welsh Government scheme which started yesterday will also be extended to cover 5 – 15 year olds...
Parc Y Scarlets must be central to Welsh rugby’s future.
Llanelli can, and must, have a central role to play in the future of Welsh rugby. As the Welsh Rugby Union strives to find a constructive and sustainable way forward for regional rugby in Wales, one which strengthens and...
Labour demand ‘give traders their say on market move’
LLANELLI traders and shoppers must be given their say on plans to move the town’s popular indoor market and demolish the Murray Street multi-storey car park. That’s the demand from leading local Labour politicians who fear the piecemeal redevelopment of...
Llanelli Star Column….. on safeguarding steel jobs and helping local firms take advantage of opportunities
Thousands of jobs across South Wales have been secured following the start of construction on Tata Steel’s electric arc furnace at Port Talbot. Here in Llanelli, we have a proud history of steelmaking. This news will not only safeguard...
Llanelli Standard Column….. on new laws and rights introduced in the first year of a Labour UK Government
Workers, football fans, rail commuters, and local communities will all benefit from new laws that have come into force, and laws currently going through the UK Parliament, since Labour took office only just over a year ago. We have...