Wales news

• DWP Universal Credit rules explained in new update on 'advances'

  15-09-2026 08:27 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Newly issued DWP guidance explains what claimants need to know about the system's rules
  
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• ITV viewers praise Ben Shephard's response to Tinder Swindler's new dating app

  16-09-2026 16:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  This Morning fans praised Ben Shephard for calling out The Tinder Swindler on the ITV show has he plans to launch a new dating app
  
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• Wales cycling sensation Emma Finucane backed to reach new heights by Sir Bradley Wiggins

  16-09-2026 15:31 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Bradley Wiggins believes Wales' Emma Finucane can get even better despite already being the world's best sprinter
  
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• 'Easy to miss' dementia signs in dogs and two other human conditions they can get too

  16-09-2026 15:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A vet is urging dog owners to check for signs, as some could be easily mistaken for 'bad behaviour' as they age
  
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• 'Easy to miss' dementia signs in dogs and two other human conditions they can get

  16-09-2026 15:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A vet is urging dog owners to check for signs, as some could be easily mistaken for 'bad behaviour' as they age
  
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• 32% back Welsh independence as readers divided over leaving UK

  16-09-2026 15:23 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A Survation poll conducted for YesCymru found that 32% of likely voters would back Welsh independence in a referendum, with economic fears cited by 46% as the biggest barrier
  
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• Health and Safety Executive issues update on quarry blast which flooded homes in Gwaelod-y-Garth

  16-09-2026 15:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  An investigation into the flooding which devastated around a dozen homes will take months, the body has warned
  
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• Flying Start support for poorer families in Wales at risk

  16-09-2026 15:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Flying Start offers families in disadvantaged areas additional help
  
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• Grass expert shares £1 tip to keep lawns looking fuller and greener

  16-09-2026 14:55 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Lawn owners have been told that they have a small window in which to act to give their lawn the best chance of success
  
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• Dog owners forgetting to do one thing risk £500 fine - rule explained

  16-09-2026 14:53 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  New homeowners could be forgetting one vital piece of paperwork concerning their furry friend
  
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• Full criteria to get 'free' TV Licence in the UK - millions eligible

  16-09-2026 14:52 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Martin Lewis' MSE team recently shared a reminder online for people to check if they could save
  
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• DWP 4 major changes to 'improve' Child Maintenance Service - key details

  16-09-2026 14:41 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The DWP has confirmed four key Child Maintenance Service changes as part of a major CMS overhaul to make the system work better for parents
  
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• Man arrested after being found with cash and drugs in Newport

  16-09-2026 14:34 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The man has been arrested and remains in police custody
  
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• Man caught panning for gold illegally in Welsh river

  16-09-2026 14:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Brian Wright was caught in his waders in a river by Natural Resources Wales staff. When asked if he had found gold he told them: 'Yes, a few flakes.'
  
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• Ninja Thirsti water bottle that keeps drinks 'fizzy all day' falls to £8

  16-09-2026 14:20 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Shoppers could snap up the Stanley cup rival for less thanks to a clever cashback deal
  
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• BBC drama starring Ruth Jones has viewers staying up all night to binge every episode

  16-09-2026 14:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A BBC drama starring Ruth Jones is so gripping, viewers are staying up all night to binge it all. Many couldn't help but watch it all at once as they were totally hooked
  
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• Entire row of bungalows in Welsh village going to auction for price of Cardiff semi

  16-09-2026 13:56 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  'The price is obviously going to catch people's attention. Six houses for £300,000 is not something you see every day.'
  
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• Alleged teen rape victim describes how man violated her in an alleyway - live

  16-09-2026 13:52 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Daniel Gravell denies the allegations
  
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• Reform MS says it's a 'challenging time' for party after leader Dan Thomas' arrest

  16-09-2026 13:44 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Reform UK's chief whip said a potential list of leadership candidates is expected to be confirmed later on Wednesday after Dan Thomas stepped down following his arrest
  
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• Missing three-year-old Noah Woods live updates as lake cordoned off

  16-09-2026 13:38 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Noah Woods is described as non-verbal, has partial hearing loss and is currently undergoing an assessment for autism
  
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• The Split Up's Sanjeev Bhaskar on 'cosmic miracle' of sharing the screen again with Nicola Walker

  16-09-2026 13:35 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Unforgotten star Sanjeev Bhaskar is stepping into The Split world in a new BBC spin-off
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing’s Melanie Walters addresses Gavin and Stacey rumours

  16-09-2026 13:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Gavin and Stacey actress teased that fans could see a bit of Gwen West on the Strictly dancefloor
  
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• Thirteenth Met Police officer sacked after Panorama undercover documentary

  16-09-2026 13:32 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  One officer told his colleague "I hope you get raped"
  
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• 'Overwhelming support' for dog fouling controls in RCT

  16-09-2026 13:30 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Cabinet members will soon consider whether to extend dog control public spaces protection orders for three more years
  
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• Man raped sleeping woman and told her 'keep your mouth shut' when she woke

  16-09-2026 13:29 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The woman said she had lost confidence in herself and now struggled with anxiety, fear and flashbacks
  
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• Budget gap Rhondda Cynon Taf could be facing next year made clear

  16-09-2026 13:29 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  RCT Council has set out a range of potential budget deficit scenarios depending on how much the Welsh Government settlement is
  
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• Former teacher accused of rape pulled alleged victim into alley, court hears - live

  16-09-2026 13:19 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Daniel Gravell denies the allegations
  
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• Tax that's 'like a second mortgage' for people in Swansea comes under fire

  16-09-2026 13:09 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The leader of Swansea Council responded that council tax in the city is still below the Welsh average
  
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• Welsh rugby's player of the year announced as star joins legends

  16-09-2026 13:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The awards were handed out at a ceremony on Monday night, with Rhys Carre taking the senior men's prize
  
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• The Split creator explains reason for not returning to Defoe's story ahead of spin-off

  16-09-2026 13:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Screenwriter Abi Morgan touched on the upcoming legal drama based on her original BBC series, The Split.
  
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