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Wales Online
3 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
'We need answers' Anger over major blow to Barry Waterfront project
'We need answers' Anger over major blow to Barry Waterfront project The marina element of the Barry Waterfront redevelopment project will no longer be going ahead after ABP announced it won't commit funds for it Politicians like Plaid Cymru councillor, Cllr Mark Hooper, have called for answers on the latest blow facing the Barry Waterfront project (Image: Brian Carroll ) Politicians have called for answers after a major backer of the Barry Waterfront redevelopment scheme decided to stop committing funds to it. Associated British Ports (ABP) announced on Wednesday, May 28, that it would not be able to fund the marina element of the project, saying it would require "significant investment". Vale of Glamorgan Council's leader, Cllr Lis Burnett, said the latest development would not affect other elements of the wider project like a new public space and water sports centre. However, opposition councillors and a Senedd Member have questioned how the project got to this point and where it goes from here. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . Plaid Cymru councillor for the Waterfront area of Barry, Cllr Mark Hooper, said: "I am surprised by this most recent announcement by ABP. The market testing should have been completed long ago, before vast amount of work and cost was undertaken by public officials and others. "We in Barry need answers. Why was so much time and energy sunk into these plans if business partners hadn't already carried out their due diligence? What is going to happen to the rest of the bid proposals if this key part is no longer going ahead? Will Barry still have this £20m to spend, or will Westminster claw it back? We need these answers quickly." The project to redevelop the Waterfront, also known as the Barry Making Waves project, formed the basis of an application for £20m of levelling-up funding. Article continues below Vale of Glamorgan Council announced the county was successful in its bid for funding in November 2023. There was a brief pause in celebration following the general election after the UK Government said it needed to conduct a review of spending. An artist's impression of what the marina in Barry might have looked like (Image: Vale of Glamorgan Council ) However, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed in October 2024 that Barry would receive its funding. Conservative South Wales Central MS, Andrew RT Davies, said of ABP's recent decision: "This is extremely concerning news. The marina is a key part of plans to level up Barry and losing this investment is a huge blow. 'I've requested an urgent meeting with the council to discuss the future of the scheme. Action is required to attract new partners and it's vital we have clarity.' The Labour leader of the council, Cllr Burnett said she was disappointed to learn ABP would no longer commit to the marina element of Barry Making Waves. Despite the "clear setback", she said the council remains confident the UK Government funding remains viable. Conservative MS, Andrew RT Davies (Image: Getty Images ) She added: "We believe the project can be delivered without the marina component, subject to UK Government agreement. 'The Making Waves scheme will still seek to retain leisure use on the water by bringing a new water sports centre to the Mole which will be operated jointly by the Ocean Water Sports Trust and Cardiff and Vale College. "It will also see the creation of a public park for all to enjoy and will facilitate the delivery of much-needed housing. "The scheme also includes the upgrading of the Grade 2* listed Dock Office into business incubator space to support local economic growth. "We will now focus our attention on delivering these projects and will be seeking the agreement of the UK Government for this amended scheme." Other partners on the project include The Ocean Watersports Trust and Cardiff and Vale College. An ABP spokesperson said: 'Associated British Ports is continuing to work closely with the Vale of Glamorgan Council regarding the Barry Making Waves Regeneration Project. "We are looking at the right, viable ways we can contribute to the Project and to the Council's goals, that ABP shares, of driving more growth and prosperity for Barry. 'ABP has been working closely with the Vale of Glamorgan team regarding the Barry Making Waves project for a number of years, including on the concept of a marina development, and has committed significant resources to the project. "We have recently concluded a thorough market testing exercise, utilising third party experts and including engagement with marina operators, which has led ABP to the regretful conclusion that we can cannot proceed with the significant investment required in a marina. 'We remain committed working with all stakeholders regarding the shared ambition of maximising the opportunity of the Levelling Up Fund award from the UK Government. "We look forward to pursuing our ongoing dialogue with the Vale of Glamorgan Council.' Article continues below
RTÉ News
11-05-2025
- Health
- RTÉ News
Sunscreen dispensers installed in Roscommon GAA ground
Sunscreen dispensers have been donated to two GAA grounds in Co Roscommon to help raise awareness around skin cancer prevention. The initiative by Roscommon University Hospital, which is part of the Saolta Hospital Group, aims to encourage regular sunscreen use among players, particularly during the summer months when UV exposure is at its highest. "Approximately 1,290 people are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer each year in Ireland," said Bernie Finneran, Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Skin Cancer at RUH. "It is very important that everyone uses a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen-SPF 30+ for adults and SPF 50+ for children that has a high UVA protection and is water resistant," she said. "Each dispenser includes a UV index display to provide real-time information about UV radiation levels. "In Ireland, the UV index is usually 3 or higher from April to September, even when it's cloudy and therefore daily sun protection is essential, regardless of the weather," she added. The sunscreen dispensers have been installed in the dressing rooms at both Roscommon Gaels' club ground and Dr Hyde Park, with the goal of making sun safety a routine part of outdoor sports and activity. "We in Roscommon GAA are delighted to assist in raising awareness of skin cancer prevention to coincide with Melanoma Awareness Month," said Brian Carroll, Chairperson, Roscommon GAA. "I would encourage all players in all our clubs to wear sunscreen at all times but especially during the summer months when UV is at its highest in our country," he added.
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Wexford Senior footballers to learn Tailteann Cup fate in Wednesday's draw
The only thing that can be said with any degree of certainty in advance is that they will not be playing Laois, Limerick or Sligo – their fellow second seeds. Four groups of four will be selected, with the draw to be conducted by Brian Carroll from Roscommon, Chairperson of the Central Competitions Control Committee, and Leitrim native Feargal McGill, GAA Director of Player, Club and Games Administraton. The confirmed seedings for the Tailteann Cup, after Louth secured the last remaining spot in the Sam Maguire Cup in Tullamore on Sunday, are – First seeds: Fermanagh, Kildare, Offaly, Westmeath. Second seeds: Laois, Limerick, Sligo, Wexford. Third seeds: Antrim, Carlow, Leitrim, Wicklow. Fourth seeds: Longford, London, Tipperary, Waterford. Wexford's first involvement in the Tailteann Cup was in 2022, its inaugural year, when they lost the preliminary round to Offaly by one point in Bellefield in a straight knockout format. The group structure was introduced in 2023, when a draw with Fermanagh, loss to Antrim, and win against Leitrim, led to a preliminary quarter-final against Offaly. Revenge for the previous year was secured with a five-point success in Tullamore (1-22 to 2-14), only for eventual champions Meath to burst the bubble with a commanding 2-23 to 0-12 victory in the last-eight tie in Navan. Wexford will be motivated by a strong desire to atone for last year, when they made a tame exit with three straight group losses to Sligo, Antrim and Tipperary respectively. The format is similar to 2024, with each team playing one group game at home and one away, before the third round ties are staged at neutral venues. The four group winners will advance direct to the quarter-finals, while the preliminary quarter-finals will feature the second-placed teams (with home advantage) against either New York or one of the three third-placed sides with the best record. The action will begin on the weekend of May 10-11, with round two a week later and the groups set to conclude on May 31-June 1. The preliminary quarter-finals are on June 7-8, with the last-eight ties on the 14th and 15th. Croke Park will host the semi-finals on June 21-22, which is also All-Ireland Senior hurling quarter-final weekend like last year. Headquarters will also stage the final on Saturday, July 12 prior to an All-Ireland Senior football quarter-final. Westmeath defeated Cavan in the inaugural Tailteann Cup final in 2022, with Meath overcoming Down in 2023 before the Mourne County went one better against Laois in 2024.
RTÉ News
29-04-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Explained: Sam Maguire and Tailteann Cup draws
The draw for the group stages of the Sam Maguire and Tailteann Cups will take place on Wednesday. The draw, which will be steamed live at 1.30pm on the GAA's YouTube channel, occurs before the provincial finals so we won't know the complete groups in the All-Ireland series until the Munster and Connacht finals (Sunday) as well as the Ulster (Saturday week) and Leinster deciders (Sunday week) are complete. The Tailteann Cup groups will be more straight forward as the 16 teams and their seedings have been confirmed. The draws will be conducted by Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) chairperson Brian Carroll and Feargal McGill, GAA Director Player, Club and Games Administration. Sam Maguire First seeds (provincial winners) Clare/Kerry, Galway/Mayo, Armagh/Donegal, Louth/Meath Second seeds (provincial runners-up) Clare/Kerry, Galway/Mayo, Armagh/Donegal, Louth/Meath Third seeds Dublin, Monaghan, Roscommon, Tyrone Fourth seeds Cavan, Cork, Derry, Down This marks the third and final edition of the current format, with a qualifier structure in place for both the All-Ireland series and the Tailteann Cup. With three from the four teams in each group progressing from the current 'Super 16' format, it hasn't been without its fair share of criticism. Last year, Derry and Roscommon qualified for the knockout stages despite losing three of their four games. Louth became the 16th and final team to book their place in the All-Ireland series with their Leinster semi-final victory over Kildare. It was the other semi-final that created all the headlines as Meath ended Dublin dominance to book their place in a provincial decider and a place in either Pot 1 or Pot 2 depending on how they fare out against the Wee County. The provincial winners (first seeds) and runners-up (second seeds) won't be known fully until Sunday week, though Kerry will be overwhelming favourites to get the better of Clare this weekend. Dublin's shock defeat means they find themselves in Pot 3 in with a number of other teams more than capable of landing some big results. Meath and Dublin could be a repeat pairing in the All-Ireland series group stage Tyrone will lament their late loss to Armagh at the weekend. Without ever playing to their potential, they reeled the All-Ireland champions back in before being edged out at the death. Ulster rivals Monaghan showed against Donegal in patches that they justifiably have ambitions of further progress while the side that joined them in climbing out of Division 2 this spring, Roscommon, complete the third pot. Based on a small sample size, Cork appear to the strongest of the teams in Pot 4. The Rebels pushed Kerry all the way in an absorbing Munster semi-final, coming undone after goals from Sean O'Shea and Joe O'Connor. It's all-Ulster after that with Derry and Cavan – both soundly beaten in their provincial defeats to Donegal and Tyrone respectively – joining a Down side coming off the back of a defeat to Donegal. While provincial finalists cannot be drawn in the same group, teams who have already played each other earlier in this year's championships can be pitted together again, raising the possibility of Dublin getting the chance to exact revenge on Meath, Cork the opportunity to take on Kerry again (the Rebels would have home advantage) and Armagh the possibility of facing Tyrone for the second time in a matter of weeks. You could get groups such as: Kerry, Armagh, Dublin and Cork, or Galway, Donegal, Tyrone and Cork all pitted together. The opening round of games will see provincial winners host a team from Pot 3, while provincial runners-up will have home advantage against a fourth seed. Dates Round 1 - 17/18 May, 24/25 May, home team first – Seed 1 v Seed 3, Seed 2 v Seed 4 Round 2 - 1/2 June, – Seed 4 v Seed 1, Seed 3 v Seed 2 Round 3 - 14/15 June, neutral venues – Seed 1 v Seed 2, Seed 3 v Seed 4 All-Ireland preliminary quarter-finals – 21/22 June. All-Ireland quarter-finals – 28/29 June. All-Ireland semi-finals – 12/13 July. All-Ireland final - 27 July. Tailteann Cup First seeds Fermanagh, Kildare, Offaly, Westmeath. Second seeds Laois, Limerick, Sligo, Wexford Third seeds Antrim, Carlow, Leitrim, Wicklow. Fourth seeds Longford, London, Tipperary, Waterford. Similar to the Sam Maguire draw, 16 teams are drawn into four separate groups. The seedings have already been confirmed and are based off finishing positions in the league. Each group features a team from pots 1-4, while New York will enter at the preliminary quarter-final stage. Teams who have already met in this year's championships can be drawn to the same groups. Down players celebrate victory in last year's Tailteann Cup final Dates Round 1 - 10/11 May, home team first – Seed 1 v Seed 3, Seed 2 v Seed 4 Round 2 - 17/18 May, home team first – Seed 4 v Seed 1, Seed 3 v Seed 2 Round 3 - 31 May/1 June, neutral venues – Seed 1 v Seed 2, Seed 3 v Seed 4 Preliminary quarter-finals - 7 June. Quarter-finals – 14/15 June. Semi-finals – 21/22 June. Final - 12 July Watch a provincial football final double-header, Kerry v Clare (1.45pm) and Mayo v Galway (4pm) on Sunday from 1.15pm. Follow a live blog on and the RTÉ News app and listen to Sunday Sport on RTÉ Radio 1.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shelter animals strut their stuff at Erie Humane Society's fourth annual Mutt Gala
The fourth annual Mutt Gala made a return to the Bayfront Convention Center Saturday evening. The event was hosted by the Erie Humane Society. Autism Society of NWPA hosts 24th annual Walk for Autism The theme of this year's gala is a 'Diamond in the Ruff,' with ten dogs strutting down the aisle in tuxedos and dresses accompanied by staff members. The gala is the premier fundraiser for the Humane Society and allows people to support the shelter, as well as enjoy dinner and a dog fashion show. Polish Falcons of America's 85th annual bowling tournament makes return to Erie 'I really think it's a good way for people to come out, socialize and also support the shelter. It's a great way, maybe some people aren't looking to adopt, and this is a way that they can help the shelter by buying a ticket and enjoying the evening,' said Brian Carroll, director of community relations at the Erie Humane Society. The dogs from Saturday's show are available for adoption. Proceeds from the gala go towards everyday care of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming the pets. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
