39 h. ago How one Welsh council is performing when it comes to carbon emissions

Vale of Glamorgan Council puts most of the 6% rise last year down to the supply chain

Events

50 h. ago Labour tax hikes blamed for collapse of TWO high street chains

Claire's and The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) collapsed putting a combined 2,500 jobs at risk amid 'extremely challenging' conditions on the high street.

Politics

66 h. ago Claire’s and The Original Factory Shop near collapse, putting 2,550 jobs at risk

Owner Modella starts insolvency proceedings for both chains, saying trading is ‘extremely challenging’The retailers Claire’s and The Original Factory Shop are on the brink of administration, putting 2,550 jobs at risk.Both chains are owned by Modella Capital, a private equity firm, which recently bought the high street arm of WH Smith – renamed TG Jones. Modella said in a statement that the climate on UK high streets was “extremely challenging” and data suggested “an alarming drop-off in pre-Christmas footfall”. Continue reading...

Society

2 d. ago Streamer, 37, dies during live broadcast after viewers paid to watch him down whisky and snort cocaine in extreme online challenge

Sergio Jimenez, 37, was discovered kneeling in a 'prayer-like' position on his bed by his younger brother at the home he shared with their mum in Vilanova i la Geltru near Barcelona.

Events

4 d. ago Welsh council facing up to almost £5m worth of cuts next year

Recommendations for where to make cuts have came from a group that was put together to assist cabinet members with the development of budget proposals for the 2026-27 financial year

Economics

6 d. ago Change one credit card habit this month to improve your financial chances

Credit utilisation could be the key to improving your credit worthiness in 2026.

Politics

7 d. ago Welsh council makes more than £1m from repeated roundabout mistake

Carmarthenshire Council's 'magic roundabout' continues to see thousands of drivers making a very costly mistake

Economics

8 d. ago How much one Welsh council could overspend on social services this year

Figures from September show a £360,000 overspend in Merthyr Tydfil's social services

Politics

9 d. ago Looking to improve your finances in 2026? Do these five things

An expert recommends focusing less on the past and more on an optimistic, yet realistic, vision for your financial future

Politics

1 week ago The Guardian view on May 2026 elections: a new political geography is coming into view across Britain | Editorial

Over the holiday period, the Guardian leader column is looking ahead at the themes of 2026. Today we look at the impact of devolution on growing volatility of party political allegianceNext year will be pivotal in British politics, and 7 May will be the point around which things pivot. Elections to local councils, the Scottish parliament and the Welsh Senedd will give millions of voters across the UK a chance to express party preferences. Their verdicts could imperil Labour and Conservative leaders. In Wales, Labour might be sent into opposition for the first time since devolution. Plaid Cymru and Reform UK are set to make substantial gains. At Holyrood, the Scottish National party (SNP) is on course for a majority. That would be an extraordinary defiance of political gravity for a party weighed down by nearly two decades of incumbency.In England, both Labour and the Tories risk losing scores of councillors as their vote shares are gobbled up by the Liberal Democrats, Reform UK and ...

Politics

2 w. ago Welsh council slow in making decisions according to a panel of experts

There is 'significant pride within the organisation' but also some big financial challenges

Politics

2 w. ago The massive cost of supplying the services that keep our communities running

This is how one Welsh council spends more than £170m a year

Politics

2 w. ago Welsh Labour councillor resigns from the party with scathing parting message

The councillor claims the Labour Party no longer serves the "ordinary people" it was elected to represent

Politics

2 w. ago How do I improve my credit score? Quick wins, critical changes and fixing poor financial history

Your score can affect your chances of getting the product you want - or could land you more favourable terms

Culture

2 w. ago Welsh councillor switches to new party after saying 'I was a bit disappointed'

Cllr Mark Tribe said the Independents were 'a lovely bunch of people' but he felt it was time to move on

Politics

2 w. ago Plans for more than 50 new council homes to be built in Welsh village

There are proposals for 51 new council homes at Clive Road in St Athan in the Vale of Glamorgan

Politics

3 w. ago Simple money changes to make before New Year to improve your finances in 2026

Now is the perfect time of year to start looking at improving your financial standing for 2026.

Economics

3 w. ago Boots' limited deal cuts 'wrinkle reversing' cream that 'turns back time' to just £10

This limited deal offers a budget-friendly stocking filler for any guy this Christmas.

Economics

3 w. ago Welsh council's finances just improved after budget deal but extreme challenges continue

RCT cabinet members received an update on the latest budget situation after the provisional settlement and with news of a budget deal in Cardiff Bay

Economics

3 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP boss to ‘investigate and fix’ current Universal Credit rules

More than 8 million people on Universal Credit could be missing out on a chance to improve their financial situation.

Economics