Welsh FM unsure EU would want UK to re-join as country ‘didn’t behave very well’

Wales’s first minister has said she is unsure the European Union would want the UK to re-join as the country “didn’t behave very well” in recent years. Eluned Morgan told Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth that allowing the country back into the bloc was “not going to be as straightforward as [he] and [she] … Continue reading Welsh FM unsure EU would want UK to re-join as country ‘didn’t behave very well’

‘Multi-vehicle’ collision on icy Lake District mountain pass

Several vehicles were involved in a collision on a mountain pass in the Lake District, where roads have been covered in ice and snow, earlier Saturday afternoon. Cumbria Police said they received numerous calls about a "multiple vehicle collision" on Wrynose Pass, which runs between the Duddon Valley and Little Langdale, shortly after 1pm. The … Continue reading ‘Multi-vehicle’ collision on icy Lake District mountain pass

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Ireland braces for severe weather

The government's emergency planning team is holding a meeting as Ireland braces for severe weather. Taoiseach Simon Harris wrote on Instagram: "I wanted to provide you with a quick update on the severe cold weather event that Ireland is experiencing at the moment and the significant snow and sleet event we're likely to experience from … Continue reading Ireland braces for severe weather

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Explained: What are weather warnings and how do they work?

The Met Office issues weather warnings when severe weather is likely and has the potential to disrupt day-to-day life. These are colour-coded yellow, amber and red to reflect both how likely the extreme weather is and how badly it could impact people. They only cover the parts of the country affected and last for a … Continue reading Explained: What are weather warnings and how do they work?

Yellow weather warning in force in England and Wales

As we have been reporting today, there are a number of weather warnings that have been issued by the Met Office. Many are in place now. A yellow warning for snow and ice has come into place for the Midlands and parts of Wales from midday Saturday and will last until 11.59pm on Sunday. A … Continue reading Yellow weather warning in force in England and Wales

Welsh farmer gets death threats for criticizing govt’s plan

A farmer who has been campaigning against controversial Welsh government funding proposals for his industry says he has received death threats. Gareth Wyn Jones, who has been a vocal opponent of a new subsidy scheme, said the latest threat was the "fourth or the fifth" one made against him and his family. "Whatever your political beliefs, … Continue reading Welsh farmer gets death threats for criticizing govt’s plan

Why English teens are crossing into Wales and Scotland to get Botox and fillers

Teenagers from England are travelling across the border to Wales and Scotland to get Botox, fillers and other injectables, campaigners say, taking advantage of a difference in legislation.  While cosmetic Botox and lip fillers were banned in England for under-18s in 2021, no such law exists in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland - and there … Continue reading Why English teens are crossing into Wales and Scotland to get Botox and fillers

Robert Page to sign new contract with Wales

Wales manager Robert Page is close to signing a new "long-term" contract, according to FAW president Steve Williams. Page has been in charge of the national team since stepping in for Ryan Giggs - initially on a temporary basis - when the former Manchester United winger was placed on leave in November 2020. Giggs eventually stood down as Wales … Continue reading Robert Page to sign new contract with Wales

Wales grabs final World Cup slot in US group

Joe Morrell of Wales celebrates after their sides victory during the FIFA World Cup Qualifier between Wales and Ukraine at Cardiff City Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, on June 5, 2022. (Michael Steele/Getty Images) Wales defeated Ukraine 1–0 on Sunday to claim the final spot in Group B of this fall’s World Cup. Wales will be the … Continue reading Wales grabs final World Cup slot in US group

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Why Gareth Bale enjoys playing for Wales

Gareth Bale says he gets more excited to play for Wales than he does for Real Madrid as confusion continues to swirl around the player's current situation. Zidane said Bale was not injured but not available before the Eibar game last weekend and he joined Welsh training at the start of the week appearing in … Continue reading Why Gareth Bale enjoys playing for Wales