South Wales Evening Post

Attendants Restore Order to End Hospital's Parking Chaos

VISITORS to Swansea's Singleton Hospital have praised health chiefs for ending the parking chaos there. They say action being taken by attendants running the site's main car park has helped to ease the problems of queuing cars and missed appointments.

Eco-Guru Calling On Wales to Drive Forward Green Schemes

UPBEAT green guru Sir Jonathon Porritt has told the Post progress is slowly being made on the environment. But he has urged Wales to deploy a full raft of renewable energy schemes to drive the clean, green agenda forward.

'Not Justice, but Result We Wanted'

THE father of murdered teen Jamie Yeates does not think his son's killer will survive prison. Rob Yeates has welcomed the news that his son's killer can expect a life sentence when he comes back before the court today, but says justice still has not been done.

Pounds 300 Bill for Man Who Let Dog Foul [Edition 2]

A MAN reported for failing to clear up after his dog has been hit with a bill of more than Pounds 300. Gavin Lewis, of Llygad yr Haul in Caewern, Neath, pleaded guilty by letter to Neath Magistrates Court to that offence and to failing to pay a Pounds 75 fixed penalty.

No Such Thing As Safe Sunbed Says Watchdog [Edition 2]

A WARNING has gone out to tan fans to use sunbeds safely this summer. Health watchdogs say they can cause skin damage and cancer in extreme cases.

Residents in Call for Burglary Updates

RESIDENTS have complained they are not being kept in the loop about crime in their area. After a burglary at the Information and Tourist Office Centre in Killay, the matter was reported to the police.

Bishop Ready to Add Cutting Edge ; Bishop Looks to Add Attacking Edge

ANDREW Bishop hopes his game will acquire a new cutting edge after the arrival of Scott Johnson as the Ospreys' director of rugby. The 6ft 1in, 15st 1lb player has acquired a reputation for thunderous tackling but he believes there is more to his game than big hits and reckons Johnson -- Wales's attack coach when they won the 2005 Grand Slam -- could help him prove it.

Taking the Plunge for to Raise Funds

A FUND-RAISER is hoping for a boost for her chosen charity before she takes a giant leap. Rita Read-Jones, who lives on Swansea's promenade, will take part in a sky dive for the Action For Children charity on Saturday, August 22.

'Yes' to Conservatory

Tributes to 'Dedicated' Stalwart of Riding Club

TRIBUTES have been paid following the loss of a leading light in the world of horse riding. British Riding Club chairman Laurie Punnett, who lived in Gower, had been ill and died at the age of 61.

Youth Cigarette Bids Reported

YOUTHS who have been asking passers-by to buy them cigarettes have been reported to the police. The issue was raised at the latest Pact meeting for Killay, Dunvant and Three Crosses. One resident said she had turned down a request from youngsters who she said were about 11 years old.

Put Your Doctor in Frame for Gp Award

THE search is on for the best family doctor in Wales. Patients who feel their GP offers an outstanding level of care are being asked to nominate him or her.

Rfu Insists It's Time to Raise the Bar Again

RUGBY Football Union chairman Martyn Thomas realises England face a huge challenge to deliver a World Cup to remember. "We have been trusted with making a great competition and providing a great spectacle, and delivering what the IRB needs in terms of host revenue," he said.

Hospital Stay for Swine Flu Victim, Seven [Edition 2]

A SEVEN-YEAROLD Swansea boy has been treated in hospital for swine flu. Health chiefs have confirmed the youngster was treated for the virus and has been offered antivirals.

Motorists Caught in Blitz On Booze

A SUMMER blitz on drink-driving has found a far higher offending rate in the South Wales Police area than elsewhere in the country. The force carried out 4,188 tests in June, with 283 -- nearly seven per cent -- of those tested positive.

Carer Stole From Pensioner

A PORT Talbot carer stole Pounds 650 from a frail 89-yearold woman she was meant to be helping, a court heard. Laura Williams, aged 21, who pleaded guilty to the theft, took the money from the pensioner's bedroom after being sent there by an agency.

Clothes Swap Is a Fashion Hit

A RECYCLING project had it all sewn up with a clothes swap event in Swansea. The event, at St Phillips Community Centre, left around 40 women with something "new" to take home. And that, in turn, meant less waste.

Call to End Deal for Artwork at Tower Is Refused

PUBLIC art will still be part of Swansea's Meridian Quay development after councillors rejected a move to drop a Pounds 50,000 deal. The installation of the artistic pieces was negotiated as part of a legal agreement which formed part of the planning consent for the marina tower and blocks of apartments.

Millennium Stadium Chief Honoured

A RECEPTION has been held in honour of Tom Jones following the announcement of his retirement from the Millennium Stadium Charitable Trust after more than eight years at the helm. The trust is an all-Wales organisation and all funds it distributes are allocated to make a difference to people in Wales.

Hospital Stay for Swine Flu Victim, Seven [Edition 3]

A SEVEN-YEAROLD Swansea boy has been treated in hospital for swine flu. Health chiefs have confirmed the youngster was treated for the virus and has been offered antivirals.