Welsh Archives

"Pandemic Mismanagement: Inquiry Reveals Disturbing Rise in Care Home Deaths Amid Welsh Government’s ‘Expendable’ Policies"

Cardiff, Wales — A review of the Welsh Government’s management of COVID-19 in care homes has revealed significant failings, leading to increased scrutiny over its treatment of vulnerable citizens during the pandemic. The UK Covid Inquiry heard distressing accounts of how elderly individuals faced undignified and preventable deaths, with many families left in anguish. During testimony, solicitor Brian Stanton, representing the Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice Cymru group, illustrated the severity of the situation. He …

Former Headteacher Sentenced for Violent Wrench Attack on Deputy in Jealous Rage at Welsh School

Swansea, Wales — In a disturbing incident at a local school, a former headteacher admitted to a violent attack on his assistant, an action fueled by a mix of personal conflict and professional jealousy. The assault, which was captured on school security cameras, occurred in March and has since sent shockwaves through the community. Anthony John Felton, former head of St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Comprehensive School in Aberavon, shocked the courtroom as he pleaded guilty …

Violent Attack on Welsh Officer Caught on Bodycam Leads to Significant Prison Sentence for Perpetrator

Cwmbran, Wales — A police officer was left severely injured after a violent confrontation with a man in South Wales, an incident caught vividly on the officer’s bodycam. The altercation occurred on December 20, 2024, when PC Nathan Attwell, responding to reports of an aggressive and intoxicated individual, encountered Richard Nodwell, who has a history of criminal behavior. The bodycam footage reveals a tense scene where Attwell, in a bid to deescalate the situation, repeatedly …

Shocking CCTV Footage Shows Violent Assault on Prison Guard in Welsh Facility

Cardiff, Wales – A violent attack on a prison guard at HMP Parc was captured on CCTV, sparking outrage and concerns about the safety of prison staff. The disturbing incident took place at the well-known prison facility located in Bridgend, Wales. The CCTV footage shows a group of prisoners assaulting the guard, leaving him with severe injuries. The attack has raised serious questions about the security measures in place at HMP Parc and the safety …