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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Inside charming seaside village where Londoners are flocking to work from home
Ogmore-by-Sea in South Wales has been named the best place in the UK to work from home, with a growing number of remote workers heading to the charming village Ogmore-by-Sea has become the UK's prime location for remote working, attracting ex-Londoners with its stunning sea views, top-notch broadband, and a lifestyle that perfectly blends work and leisure. The picturesque village on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast has been named the ultimate spot for home workers, thanks to a study evaluating housing affordability, internet connectivity, and proximity to nature. Residents of Ogmore-by-Sea aren't shocked by this recognition, as many have chosen to return here after years in the capital, drawn back by the rise of telecommuting. Local cafes are thriving from the influx of people working remotely, a trend that has only grown since the onset of the pandemic. Lee Davis, who once sought the excitement of cities such as London and Manchester, resettled in the nearby village of Wick five years ago. As someone in steel sales, Lee relishes the ability to work from his house, sharing: "I often work from home so I can have interludes like taking my friend's dog, Fudge, for a walk." He appreciates the serenity that contrasts with urban life, stating: "You can switch off completely - it chills me out. I can't stand the place; the Tube, the people, the stress. I wanted to come back somewhere tranquil." For Lee, Ogmore-by-Sea epitomises the idyllic balance between professional duties and personal relaxation, reports MyLondon. Ffion Hughes, an employee at The Welsh Coffee Company, her uncle's coffee shop, has noticed a trend: "We usually do get a lot of people working from here, mostly in the morning. As soon as Covid hit, so many people came here, it was crazy." Nico Gibbs from Hilary and Iain's Kitchen nearby, is thankful for the surge of remote workers frequenting their establishment. He said: "People are here for hours and hours which is nice. They get to look at the beach and most of them order breakfast, then they will have a coffee. We are happy to let them stay as long as they want." Yet, the growing popularity with telecommuters has occasionally overwhelmed their internet service. Nico admitted: "We do give out the WiFi password - but sometimes it gets too busy to give it out." John Sinden who swapped London for seaside village life in 2018 and now works remotely as a biotech executive, praised the local setup. He said: "People are friendly here and everything works, like the public transport. It is a lovely location, close to the sea and with coastal paths in walking distance." Deb Clarke is firmly rooted in Ogmore-by-Sea and after returning five years ago, she's adamant about staying put, saying: "It is so close to the coast and close enough to Swansea and Cardiff." Working from her home as a scenic artist, Deb juggles her career with looking after her one-year-old Cavapoo, Melyn, relishing the mix of seaside living and travel for work. John Davis shares the enthusiasm of those drawn back to their hometowns, having resettled in the area six years ago. He observed: "A lot of people came during Covid. People wanted to leave towns and cities." He also remarked on the influx of younger faces due to new housing projects, with census figures showing a population jump from 878 in 2011 to 1,354 in 2021. The village has been praised for its vibrant year-round community, quaint local pub, access to boutique shopping and "excellent" retail options, according to a recent study. The same report notes an average property price of £517,000 and boasts of ultrafast broadband, convenient train links to London, and the proximity to Cardiff.
CBS News
12-06-2025
- CBS News
Police pursuit on narcotics investigation ends with a crash in Detroit
Threats made against Rockwood police; pontoon accident in Commerce Lake; and more top stories Threats made against Rockwood police; pontoon accident in Commerce Lake; and more top stories Threats made against Rockwood police; pontoon accident in Commerce Lake; and more top stories A police pursuit Wednesday night ended with the suspect crashing into another vehicle in Detroit. Beverly Hills Police Deputy Chief Lee Davis said the incident started with a traffic stop for a narcotics investigation shortly before midnight Wednesday at the intersection of 13 Mile Road and Southfield. The suspect sped off, traveling through Southfield and then Detroit where he crashed into another vehicle at the intersection of James Cousins and McNichols. The driver of that vehicle, whom police said is an innocent victim of the situation, is a 32-year-old man who was taken to an area hospital for treatment of his injuries. His condition was not known. Police have in the meantime learned that the suspect vehicle was stolen out of Ferndale. Officers are also investigating suspected narcotic that were found in the stolen vehicle. Fleeing and eluding incidents have been getting the attention of Metro Detroit authorities. The Macomb County Prosecutor's office recently announced stricter prosecution of fleeing incidents, citing an increase of overall cases and several in the Metro area that resulted in crashes or fatalities.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Yahoo
Petition for youth space in empty shops launched
A petition calling for the repurposing of an empty unit in a council-owned shopping centre into a space for young people has been launched. Youth worker Lee Davis is calling on Cherwell District Council to provide a space in Banbury's Castle Quay shopping centre. Two young people in the town said the "wonderful" proposal was a "really good idea". Cherwell District Council has not responded to a request for comment. More than 750 incidents of anti-social behaviour were recorded in the centre of Banbury in 2024 - prompting the council to place it under a public spaces protection order. Thistle Wyatt said when they were younger there was "really nothing to do", meaning they would "get into all sorts of trouble with my friends". "I think having an actual space for young people to go and spend their time and have activities and things would be really good," the 21-year-old said. "I wouldn't have gotten into half the trouble I did as a kid if I had somewhere to actually go and do activities and stuff." Ysabelle Mason, 20, echoed similar sentiments, and said: "Growing up there was never anything there for us. "I feel like if there was something for the younger generation to go and do, sit in, play games together, where they can just come and meet up it would get them off the streets, and give them a bit more of a purpose than just roaming around getting up to mischief." In his proposal, Mr Davis said there were "so many spaces in Castle Quay stood empty" that could be used as a "space dedicated to workshops, mentoring, support, issues based talks, as well as fun activities". "Let's give everyone a safe space, a safe support network, and most importantly a safe Banbury that we all deserve," he added. You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X, or Instagram. Anti-social behaviour bill doubted by businesses Barista project helps teens at risk of exclusion Cherwell District Council
