06/07/2026
People across Ceredigion are being invited to share their views on how walking, wheeling and cycling routes can be made safer, easier and more accessible for everyone as part of a new public consultation on the County’s future Active Travel Network Map.
Under the Active Travel (Wales) Act 2013, all local authorities in Wales are required to submit updated Active Travel Network Maps to the Welsh Government by December 2026. These maps play an important role in supporting the planning, delivery and funding of active travel schemes, helping to create more integrated, accessible and sustainable travel networks for everyday journeys.
The consultation focuses on the County’s designated Active Travel localities of Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Lampeter, which have been identified by the Welsh Government. Residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to have their say on existing routes and suggest where improvements or new connections could be introduced.
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03/07/2026
A project to transform the St David’s Road subway in Cwmbran has now been completed. The subway has been resurfaced to improve drainage, and new lighting has been installed to create a safer, brighter and more welcoming route for those using it.
As a finishing touch, stunning new artwork has been added to the subway walls. The murals were designed by students from Coleg Gwent and brought to life in collaboration with street artist Tee2Sugars, showcasing local creativity and pride.
Funded through the council’s Active Travel team, the improvements respond directly to community feedback and aim to encourage more people to walk, wheel and cycle through the area. Take a look next time you’re passing through - we hope you enjoy the transformation!
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01/07/2026
North Wales Police is urging motorists to familiarise themselves with their vehicle’s in-built emergency call system after seeing a rise in 999 calls triggered unintentionally.
The technology, known as eCall, is fitted to all new cars since 2018 and is designed to automatically contact emergency services in the event of a serious collision. However, Communications Operators are increasingly receiving calls from drivers who have mistakenly pressed the SOS button, believing it connects them to breakdown or recovery services.
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01/07/2026
Road Safety Wales is reminding road users of the Fatal 5. Most people abide by the rules of the road but unfortunately a small minority choose to put themselves, their families and innocent road users at risk.
The Fatal 5:
Don’t Drink/Drug Drive - Don’t risk being one of the 100,000 drink or drug drivers caught each year, or you could face a minimum 12 month ban, a large fine, a criminal record or even imprisonment. Prescribed medication can still affect your ability to drive and therefore make you liable for prosecution so please check with your doctor or pharmacist.
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24/06/2026
The Community Bike Recycling and Skills Project is a newly formed a community-led initiative at Garnsychan Partnership Community Hub and Recycling Centre.
Working in partnership with Active Travel and Lloyds British Cycling, the project is expanding access to bike recycling, skills development, and volunteering opportunities across Torfaen. In light of previous structural changes within Changing Gearz a once Torfaen Borough led project, there was a clear need to strengthen and diversify pathways of support for young people, ensuring continuity, stability, and progression opportunities.
The Garnsychan Community Hub operates as a trauma-centred community hub, with over 12 years’ experience delivering employability, skills, and progression programmes for young people and adults facing multiple barriers stepped up to offer this support. Our expertise underpins the safe, inclusive, and supportive delivery of the bike recycling project, ensuring participants are engaged in a way that builds confidence, resilience, and long-term progression.
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24/06/2026
Pupils of Gilwern Primary School, Monmouthshire, came together with Living Streets Cymru, part of the UK charity for everyday walking, for a special event to celebrate Walk to School Week (Wednesday 20 May).
The school has been working with Monmouthshire Council to implement a new footpath, funded through the Welsh Government’s Active Travel Fund, in a bid to create a safer environment for pupils to walk, wheel, scoot and cycle to school.
The new widened path is now safer and more accessible for all, including wheelchair users, mobility‑scooters and families with pushchairs.
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22/06/2026
Road Safety Reminder: Be Prepared for Hot Weather Breakdowns
With high temperatures expected over the next week, it's important to be prepared before you set off on your journey. Hot weather can put extra strain on vehicles, increasing the risk of breakdowns.
If your vehicle breaks down in the heat, having a few essential items in your car can make a big difference while you wait for assistance.
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19/06/2026
Neath Port Talbot Council has approved plans to consult on an updated Learner Travel Assistance Policy, which aims to make pupil eligibility for travel support clearer, fairer and easier to understand.
Council approves consultation on updated Learner Travel Assistance Policy
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11/06/2026
Swansea city centre NPT officers seized 29 illegal e-bikes in the months of April and May 2026.
Riders are given words of advice in most cases as officers aim to provide education on the law in the first instance.
PC Scott Pearson said:
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03/06/2026
Officers from the Roads Crime Unit (RCU) recently carried out the second of three enforcement days, targeting Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) drivers around Flintshire and Deeside.
'Operation Cargo' is a multi agency effort, working in conjunction with the Driver Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), checking the roadworthiness of delivery vehicles, and their drivers.
The stop checks performed by RCU and DVSA highlighted numerous vehicle defects and driving offences, including:
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