Ant Evans
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Un o frain Harlech. Adolygu llyfrau Cymraeg. Awdur. Mi fydd “Llyfr Agored” fy nghyfrol gyntaf, ar gael yn y Gwanwyn.
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The Senedd election is nearly upon us and the political parties will all have promises on transport. But which of those transport options will benefit Wales, and how will the government pay for them? ✍️ Professor Stuart Cole
Senedd Election party manifestoes - Finding the money
Professor Stuart Cole, CBE. Emeritus Professor of Transport Economics and Policy, Prifysgol de Cymru / University of South Wales The Senedd election is nearly upon us and the political parties will no...
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January 25, 2026 at 8:01 AM
The Senedd election is nearly upon us and the political parties will all have promises on transport. But which of those transport options will benefit Wales, and how will the government pay for them? ✍️ Professor Stuart Cole
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While the legend of St Dwynwen is increasingly well-known, it hasn’t always been that way. The story of Dwynwen we recognise now may have much more modern origins. ✍️ Claire Miles
Santes Dwynwen: Getting to the heart of the Welsh patron saint of lovers
Claire Miles It seems as if Wales has fallen in love with the notion of St Dwynwen’s Day / Dydd Santes Dwynwen. February the 14th may be Valentine’s Day elsewhere, but here in Wales there is another d...
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January 25, 2026 at 8:41 AM
While the legend of St Dwynwen is increasingly well-known, it hasn’t always been that way. The story of Dwynwen we recognise now may have much more modern origins. ✍️ Claire Miles
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On St Dwynwen's Day the prestigious Michelin Guide has revealed the most romantic hotel in Wales - the perfect country retreat for lovers with stunning views of Eryri National Park
The beautiful hotel named the most romantic in Wales
The prestigious Michelin Guide has revealed its list of the most romantic hotels in the UK and Ireland. The rundown of the best hotels for an intimate overnighter or a weekend away in England, Scotlan...
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January 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
On St Dwynwen's Day the prestigious Michelin Guide has revealed the most romantic hotel in Wales - the perfect country retreat for lovers with stunning views of Eryri National Park
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Remember lads, flowers and restaurants are way cheaper on St. Dwynwen’s Day than on that pretender St. Valentine’s Day.
Surprise the missus with flowers,a nice night out, celebrate a proper Celtic day, and have a get out of jail free card for next month.
#StDwynwensDay #DyddSantesDwynwenHapus
Surprise the missus with flowers,a nice night out, celebrate a proper Celtic day, and have a get out of jail free card for next month.
#StDwynwensDay #DyddSantesDwynwenHapus
January 25, 2026 at 7:52 AM
Remember lads, flowers and restaurants are way cheaper on St. Dwynwen’s Day than on that pretender St. Valentine’s Day.
Surprise the missus with flowers,a nice night out, celebrate a proper Celtic day, and have a get out of jail free card for next month.
#StDwynwensDay #DyddSantesDwynwenHapus
Surprise the missus with flowers,a nice night out, celebrate a proper Celtic day, and have a get out of jail free card for next month.
#StDwynwensDay #DyddSantesDwynwenHapus
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We shouldn’t be looking for a Messiah, but we have a right to expect a set of would-be First Ministers who will be honest with voters and prepared to stand up for Wales in seeking fair treatment from whoever occupies 10 Downing Street ✍️Martin Shipton wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dr0
January 24, 2026 at 8:03 PM
We shouldn’t be looking for a Messiah, but we have a right to expect a set of would-be First Ministers who will be honest with voters and prepared to stand up for Wales in seeking fair treatment from whoever occupies 10 Downing Street ✍️Martin Shipton wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dr0
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These communities are some of the most deprived in Wales, with the decline of heavy industry in the area coupled with the cost-of-living crisis. It is against this backdrop that the Wildfox Adventure resort development is hoped to take shape
Where is Wildfox? The £250m south Wales resort still waiting to take shape
Lewis Smith, Local Democracy Reporter The further you drive past Maesteg through the winding inclines of the Llynfi Valley the more the mountainous landscape begins to take over, leaving behind the bu...
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January 24, 2026 at 7:21 PM
These communities are some of the most deprived in Wales, with the decline of heavy industry in the area coupled with the cost-of-living crisis. It is against this backdrop that the Wildfox Adventure resort development is hoped to take shape
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Our Town is in the tricky position of being the highly publicised Welsh National Theatre’s highly publicised debut. Though its visuals are charming and its actors shine bright, it all still comes across a tad… safe ✍️ Molly Stubbs
Theatre review: Our Town at Swansea Grand
Molly Stubbs Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, 1901. The residents of this very average locale, population 2,642 as of the birth of twins this morning, awake to another ordinary day of school, pruning ...
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January 24, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Our Town is in the tricky position of being the highly publicised Welsh National Theatre’s highly publicised debut. Though its visuals are charming and its actors shine bright, it all still comes across a tad… safe ✍️ Molly Stubbs
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Once a factory employing over 5,000 workers and supplying homes nationwide, it closed in 2009 and fell into decay. Now, bold plans aim to bring it back to life wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dpU
January 24, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Once a factory employing over 5,000 workers and supplying homes nationwide, it closed in 2009 and fell into decay. Now, bold plans aim to bring it back to life wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dpU
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When I crossed the Ukrainian border, I cried - not from sadness, but because something in my body finally released. If you have ever been displaced, you understand that feeling before you can explain it✍️ Yuliia Bond wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dmM
January 24, 2026 at 8:45 PM
When I crossed the Ukrainian border, I cried - not from sadness, but because something in my body finally released. If you have ever been displaced, you understand that feeling before you can explain it✍️ Yuliia Bond wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dmM
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After weeks of bellicose threats on the sovereignty of Greenland, including a couple against Iceland for good measure – it’s all walruses and Commies, what’s the difference – the retreat has started ✍️Ben Wildsmith wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dib
January 22, 2026 at 8:20 PM
After weeks of bellicose threats on the sovereignty of Greenland, including a couple against Iceland for good measure – it’s all walruses and Commies, what’s the difference – the retreat has started ✍️Ben Wildsmith wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dib
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‘Unpleasant’ portable toilets at the start of one of Yr Wyddfa’s longest-serving walking routes are set to be replaced with environmentally friendly alternatives
Eco-friendly toilets to replace ‘unpleasant’ portaloos on Yr Wyddfa route
Dale Spridgeon, Local Democracy Reporter “Unpleasant” portable toilets at the start of one of Yr Wyddfa’s longest-serving walking routes are set to be replaced with environmentally friendly alternativ...
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January 24, 2026 at 6:03 PM
‘Unpleasant’ portable toilets at the start of one of Yr Wyddfa’s longest-serving walking routes are set to be replaced with environmentally friendly alternatives
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I came across Saba Sams' debut short story collection, Send Nudes, and fell in love. It was a joy to be able to speak to her and ask her a few questions, which she answered from her new Welsh home ✍️ Gosia Buzzanca
Interview: Dylan Thomas Prize long-listed Saba Sams
Gosia Buzzanca There is something about Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize that sparks my creativity. The books selected for its longlist are special in the best way: brave, sharp, broadening my v...
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January 24, 2026 at 6:31 PM
I came across Saba Sams' debut short story collection, Send Nudes, and fell in love. It was a joy to be able to speak to her and ask her a few questions, which she answered from her new Welsh home ✍️ Gosia Buzzanca
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Councillors will be advised by county planners to refuse a proposal that would legitimise the extension of a traveller site
Welsh council advised to refuse to legitimise the extension of traveller site
Elgan Hearn, Local democracy reporter Councillors will be advised by county planners to refuse a proposal that would legitimise the extension of a traveller site. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County ...
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January 24, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Councillors will be advised by county planners to refuse a proposal that would legitimise the extension of a traveller site
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A councillor has voiced concerns after an extra £6 million of funding allocated to an authority was not included in its draft budget for 2026/27
Councillor questions 'disingenuous' decision to omit £6m from draft budget
Nicholas Thomas, Local Democracy Reporter A councillor has voiced concerns after an extra £6 million of funding allocated to an authority was not included in its draft budget for 2026/27. Welsh local ...
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January 24, 2026 at 4:01 PM
A councillor has voiced concerns after an extra £6 million of funding allocated to an authority was not included in its draft budget for 2026/27
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A new book exploring the historic connections between Wales and Islam is due to be published in February
New book exploring the connections between Islam and Wales to be published next month
Ella Groves A new book exploring the historic connections between Wales and Islam is due to be published in February. Published by Seren Books, the book examines the lesser known history of Islam in W...
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January 24, 2026 at 4:31 PM
A new book exploring the historic connections between Wales and Islam is due to be published in February
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Plans for an adventure tourism hub, ruled by a high court judge to have been granted unlawfully following a legal challenge, have now been withdrawn
Adventure tourism hub plan withdrawn after high court ruled approval unlawful
Bruce Sinclair, Local Democracy Reporter Plans for an adventure tourism hub, ruled by a high court judge to have been granted unlawfully following a legal challenge, have now been withdrawn. Back in 2...
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January 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Plans for an adventure tourism hub, ruled by a high court judge to have been granted unlawfully following a legal challenge, have now been withdrawn
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Well now, we have some cracking offers with which to welcome in the New Year!
Both "Magus of Sicily" and "Venetian Game" are UK Kindle Monthly Deals throughout January at just 99p.
And for those of you in the US, there's a similar deal on "Venetian Gothic" at 99c.
Happy reading, all!
Both "Magus of Sicily" and "Venetian Game" are UK Kindle Monthly Deals throughout January at just 99p.
And for those of you in the US, there's a similar deal on "Venetian Gothic" at 99c.
Happy reading, all!
January 2, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Well now, we have some cracking offers with which to welcome in the New Year!
Both "Magus of Sicily" and "Venetian Game" are UK Kindle Monthly Deals throughout January at just 99p.
And for those of you in the US, there's a similar deal on "Venetian Gothic" at 99c.
Happy reading, all!
Both "Magus of Sicily" and "Venetian Game" are UK Kindle Monthly Deals throughout January at just 99p.
And for those of you in the US, there's a similar deal on "Venetian Gothic" at 99c.
Happy reading, all!
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Happy PLR day! Huge thank you to everyone who has borrowed my books in their local public library, and to all the wonderful libraries and librarians who work so hard. Every time a reader borrows a book from a library, the author gets a few pence and a lovely warm glow – and they all add up!
January 19, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Happy PLR day! Huge thank you to everyone who has borrowed my books in their local public library, and to all the wonderful libraries and librarians who work so hard. Every time a reader borrows a book from a library, the author gets a few pence and a lovely warm glow – and they all add up!
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After PLR day, just one more example of how wonderful libraries are. Take a look at this lovely display of my Eddie Giral books in Rhoose Community Library for my event there next month. Thank you to the brilliant volunteer librarians.
January 20, 2026 at 4:01 PM
After PLR day, just one more example of how wonderful libraries are. Take a look at this lovely display of my Eddie Giral books in Rhoose Community Library for my event there next month. Thank you to the brilliant volunteer librarians.
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Cover reveal!!! Here's the cover of the next book in the Occupation series. Out in hardback and ebook on 14 May. I hope you enjoy Eddie's latest contretemps in Occupied Paris!
Probably best to rush over to the following link now to get those preorders in...
www.hachette.co.uk/titles/chris...
Probably best to rush over to the following link now to get those preorders in...
www.hachette.co.uk/titles/chris...
January 22, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Cover reveal!!! Here's the cover of the next book in the Occupation series. Out in hardback and ebook on 14 May. I hope you enjoy Eddie's latest contretemps in Occupied Paris!
Probably best to rush over to the following link now to get those preorders in...
www.hachette.co.uk/titles/chris...
Probably best to rush over to the following link now to get those preorders in...
www.hachette.co.uk/titles/chris...
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Two prolific thieves who repeatedly targeted a convenience store to steal champagne worth hundreds of pounds have been jailed
Champagne thieves jailed after targeting local store
Two prolific thieves who repeatedly targeted a convenience store to steal champagne worth hundreds of pounds have been jailed. Rees Vincent Pennington, 33, and Carl Joseph Ashmore, 36, both of no fixe...
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January 24, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Two prolific thieves who repeatedly targeted a convenience store to steal champagne worth hundreds of pounds have been jailed
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Two of Wales’ brightest comedy stars are inviting listeners along for the ride as they hit the road for a third series of their comedy travel podcast, Pod of Wales
Pod of Wales: Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Esyllt Sears return for third series
Stephen Price Two of Wales’ brightest comedy stars are inviting listeners along for the ride as they hit the road for a third series of their comedy travel podcast, Pod of Wales. Pod of Wales provides...
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January 24, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Two of Wales’ brightest comedy stars are inviting listeners along for the ride as they hit the road for a third series of their comedy travel podcast, Pod of Wales
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There have been calls for more hard hitting communications from a Valleys council about the dangers of off road biking on coal tips
Council call for more 'hard hitting' communication about dangers of coal tips
Anthony Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter There have been calls for more hard hitting communications from a Valleys council about the dangers of off road biking on coal tips. At a meeting of the counci...
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January 24, 2026 at 1:01 PM
There have been calls for more hard hitting communications from a Valleys council about the dangers of off road biking on coal tips
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This February, as winter breathes its last cold enchantments, bilingual storytelling events will take place across Wales bringing people together to explore both traditional and new stories linked to the night skies
Storytelling events to connect Welsh communities to the night skies
Adam Johannes This February, as winter breathes its last cold enchantments, bilingual storytelling events will take place across Wales bringing people together to explore both traditional and new stor...
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January 24, 2026 at 12:31 PM
This February, as winter breathes its last cold enchantments, bilingual storytelling events will take place across Wales bringing people together to explore both traditional and new stories linked to the night skies