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30/04/2026

Students and officers discuss key road safety tips at Rali Ceredigion

School students from across Ceredigion gathered to participate in road safety discussions, engaging with Dyfed-Powys Police officers about the importance of responsible driving habits and awareness.

PC’s Hannah Evans, North Ceredigion Schools officer, and Leighton Daniel, of the Roads Policing Unit, attended the Rali Ceredigion Schools Experience Day, at The Pavilion in Pontrhydfendigaid on Thursday 16^th April.

Over 250 pupils from across the county attended the event, with 14 other partner organisations also present, including the Road Safety Department for Ceredigion County Council and Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

PC’s Evans and Daniel had excellent conversations with pupils about how to stay safe on our roads, with particular focus on laws regarding illegal car modifications and why they can be dangerous.

PC Evans said: “This event organised by Rali Ceredigion was an excellent chance for us to meet the next generation of drivers in the county, to talk all matters road safety.

“We were delighted to attend this event and have the chance to speak with dozens of pupils throughout the day. They were asking insightful questions and showed genuine desire to hear and understand our advice regarding road safety.

“These types of conversations with young people are invaluable in spreading safety messages far and wide, to ultimately keep all road users as safe as possible.”

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28/04/2026

Open Day 2026

North Wales Police is proud to announce it will be hosting a special Open Day next month, bringing together emergency services and partner organisations.

The event will provide a unique opportunity for members of the public to engage directly with specialist policing teams including the Roads Crime Unit, Police Dogs and Drone Team as well as external road safety professionals.

Taking place at Police Headquarters in Colwyn Bay on Saturday, 23^rd May from 10am, the Day will feature:

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21/04/2026

Six arrests and eleven vehicles seized in Blaenau Gwent

Neighbourhood policing officers in Blaenau Gwent have recently concluded a successful two week operation aimed at tackling a rise in vehicle crime and thefts in the borough.

Operation Barium was launched in response to an increase in reports of fuel thefts and vehicle crime along A roads, industrial estates and building sites in Ebbw Vale and Tredegar.

Officers identified that offenders were taking an opportunistic approach, often scanning streets, business premises and residential areas for insecure doors to both dwellings and vehicles.

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20/04/2026

Ceredigion Enhanced Rider Scheme

Just passed your motorcycle test? Want to check your riding standards? Returning to riding after a break? Upgrading to a more powerful motorcycle?

CERS is a motorcycle rider training scheme subsidised by the Welsh Government, aimed at further developing a rider’s skills.

• The theory/practical course is one day in duration
• Instructors are DSA approved under the Enhanced Rider Scheme
• Participants will be issued with a DSA certificate of competence recognised by a wide variety of insurance companies and may attract a premium discount

For more information or to book your place please email clic@ceredigion.gov.uk

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16/04/2026

Op Tramline highlights ongoing mobile phone use among drivers

Police officers in North Wales stopped nearly 50 drivers as part of a continued effort to improve safety on some of the region’s busiest roads.

Officers from the Roads Crime Unit took part in Op Tramline, a national roads policing initiative which uses an unmarked heavy goods vehicle provided by National Highways. The specialist HGV unit is deployed by police forces across the UK to patrol key road networks, targeting all motorists, including commercial vehicle drivers.

The elevated position of the HGV cab gives trained officers a clear view into passing vehicles, allowing them to detect unsafe driving behaviour. Offences are captured on camera in real time and relayed to colleagues in marked and unmarked police vehicles, who then stop the drivers and deal with the offences accordingly.

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09/04/2026

Specialist contractors to carry out road improvements

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has appointed specialist contractors to carry out road improvements throughout the County. Tarmac Trading has been selected to undertake carriageway resurfacing work in the Vale for the next three years. That improves road condition, safety and lifespan by removing worn-out road layers.

Another company, Road Maintenance Services Ltd, will be responsible for surface dressing roads over the next two years. This is a technique that involves sealing the road surface against water ingress, preventing potholes and improving skid resistance.

Cllr Mark Wilson, Vale of Glamorgan Council Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood and Building Services, said: “We know from our recent budget consultation that improving the condition of roads is a top priority for our residents.

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