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Daily Mirror
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bake Off stars tackle most 'demanding' challenge yet as competition airs on TV tonight
Bake Off: The Professionals continues on Channel 4 tonight with chefs putting their careers on the line, while Helen, Jules and JB head to Pembrokeshire in their new Channel 5 show Bake Off: The Professionals continues on our screens tonight - and the chefs are set to take on the most demanding challenge yet. In tonight's (Tuesday 22 July) episode of the Channel 4 show, the semi-final gets under way as they compete in the Bake Off spin-off. Not only is the nation watching as their souffles sink, but if Cherish and Benoit belittle their Bakewell tarts they know their bosses will be taking notes at home too… With their reputations on the line, four teams of pastry pros nervously approach the semi-final. Tonight's challenges are chocolate-themed, and there will be extra scrutiny from guest judge Gabriella Cugno, who worked as the official chocolatier on the blockbuster film Wonka. Gabriella knows exactly how to make delicious choccies look magical, and that's what will be required from the teams tonight. First up, they must craft two different types of chocolate bar from scratch, and with no recipe to follow they are free to unleash their imaginations. Fun as it sounds, it's quite the test for these bakers, who usually deal in cake rather than confectionery. Then it's onto one of the most demanding showpiece challenges in the show's history – 'Floating Cities'. The judges require the teams to create an edible, ornate, sturdy vessel, that will float on water carrying 24 immaculate petit fours. Of course, the wondrous treats will need to taste spectacular too, and each dessert must be identical to its neighbour. It's a tantalising prospect, and the results are sure to be stunning – but not everyone will make it through to next week's final. Imagine spending hours labouring on a sugary boat of dreams, only to be sent home… Bake Off: The Professionals airs tonight at 8pm on Channel 4. Coastal Adventures with Helen, Jules and JB We've heard of whale watching, but tonight Jules Hudson is on the Pembrokeshire coast, trying to photograph porpoises. He's taking part in a major conservation project run by Sea Trust Wales to protect the creatures, who prove quite difficult to spot. Jules has definitely got the plum job this week, while poor Helen is thrown into cold waters, going surfing in Tynemouth. It turns out the North East is becoming quite the hotspot for the sport, and the quay is also home to wonderful fishing traditions, which she enjoys before tucking into a stunning seafood lunch – not such a short straw after all. Later, JB reveals that Norfolk's finest export, Colman's mustard, owes its flavour to the sea air (who knew?), before setting sail from Burnham Overy Staithe. He hopes to emulate Nelson, but even with local skipper Ash giving him the best tuition, JB isn't exactly a natural on the water… Coastal Adventures with Helen, Jules & JB airs tonight at 8pm on Channel 5. Mix Tape It's finally time for Alison and Daniel to meet up in Sydney, as they bite the bullet and meet for dinner. The electricity is still there between them, but when he broaches the subject of why she did a runner all those years ago, Alison clams up and asks for the bill. Daniel is left confused and frustrated. At the same time his marriage is dealt another blow as Kat reacts badly to his revelation that he's in Australia for work. Who does Dan really want to be with – and do either of the loves of his life want to be with him anymore? As Alison deals with seeing Dan again – and her manager begs her to travel to England for publicity – she considers whether it's time to tell him what really happened in Sheffield. Meanwhile, flashbacks give us a glimpse of the turmoil Alison was facing at home in 1989. Mix Tape airs tonight at 9pm on BBC Two. Emmerdale Robert and Kim are all set for a secret meeting to hand over Annie's Field, but Robert senses something isn't quite right. He backs out of the deal, leaving Kim exasperated. Robert does some digging. John is frustrated that Cain is still miserable, despite the news about Owen. Struggling with his emotions, Cain grills Liam. Liam insists he can't break patient confidentiality and the pair come to blows. Later, John feels guilty after a conversation with Liam, and messages the helpline again. EastEnders Julie and Phil can't seem to agree on what's best for Nigel. Billy convinces Phil he needs to try harder with her, despite their differences. Linda talks to Oscar and reveals the truth about Annie's paternity. She panics when he wants to tell Max. Linda finds Lauren, and insists she needs to change Oscar's mind. Avani tries to tell Priya she's pregnant, but holds back. Later, Suki spots Avani looking at a family planning website.
Business News Wales
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Business News Wales
First All-Wales Female Rowing Team to Cross Atlantic in Aid of Local Charities
A four-woman team from Wales – Denise Leonard, Helen Heaton, Heledd Williams, and Liz Collyer – will become the first all-female Welsh crew to compete in the World's Toughest Row – Atlantic Challenge, a 3,000-mile unaided race across the Atlantic Ocean. The Merched y Môr team, whose name fittingly means 'Women of the Sea' in Welsh, will row from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean, enduring up to 60 days of continuous rowing in shifts, navigating unpredictable weather, 20-foot waves, and total physical and mental exhaustion. Their goal is to raise £125,000 to support the costs of the challenge and to fund four vital charities: Popham Kidney Support, which provides essential help for kidney patients and their families in Wales; Sea Trust Wales, which focuses on marine conservation and protecting Welsh coastal biodiversity; Action for Children, which supports vulnerable children, young people and families across the UK; and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), whose crews deliver life-saving rescue services around the Welsh and British coastline. As part of their campaign, the team will visit the Senedd to raise awareness of the challenge and highlight the work of their chosen charities. The Atlantic Challenge is one of the most demanding endurance races in the world. Fewer people have rowed across the Atlantic than have climbed Mount Everest or travelled to space.
Pembrokeshire Herald
22-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Plans for new 250-foot wind turbine to tower over road into Tenby
The coast of Pembrokeshire is, according to many, one of the brightest jewels in Wales' natural crown. But as the tourists flock to the beaches and the surfers take to the waves, all too often overlooked is the sheer volume of pollution that continues to pour into its waters. As a result, people are falling ill and marine wildlife is facing one of its toughest challenges in history. 'It's reached the point where enough is enough,' said Lloyd Nelmes, who is aquarium manager and marine project officer at Sea Trust Wales, as well as being a keen surfer. 'Marine life is suffering massively because of the amount of sewage and slurry that's being discharged into the sea, but there have also been many, many recordings of effluent entering the River Cleddau. And as a result, the ammonia is having a devastating impact on absolutely everything.' At high enough concentration levels, ammonia is toxic to fish and other organisms, and can potentially cause death. 'If all the oxygen is taken from the air, it goes without saying that everything will die, but this is exactly what's happening in our rivers.' Meanwhile a damning parliamentary report recently labelled the UK's rivers as a dangerous 'chemical cocktail' of sewage, agricultural waste and plastic, with sewage pollution equating to everything that gets flushed down the toilet or washed down the drain and then released into the environment through sewer overflows. But despite years of investment, sewage and agricultural pollution continues to plague rivers and the ocean with the result that the UK is now ranked last in Europe for its bathing water quality. Next week Broad Haven will be staging Wales' flagship 'Paddle Out Protest' in conjunction with Surfers Against Sewage's national protest on May 17. The event is being coordinated by Lloyd as well as four other local SAS representatives, namely Ella Staden, Kate Beardsmore, Kate J and Kate Evans who are urging everyone who values the the ocean, lakes and rivers of Pembrokeshire to join them to make a stand for Pembrokeshire. 'A lot of local people have been impacted by sewage overspills, whether that's by getting ill, not being able to do water activities or to take their families to the beach to enjoy the coastline,' Ella told The Herald. Ella Staden 'But there's also a wider worry that our tourism industry may suffer as a result of unclean waters, as well, of course, the effect it's having on the nature that makes this place such a special and wonderful place to live and visit. 'We're urging every single person who cares about the water to come and join us on May 17, as this is a great opportunity to make it crystal clear to the government that we won't stand it anymore.' The event begins at midday with a drop-in placard making workshop and creative sessions at Sunshine Italian (recently rebranded as Rwts) on the seafront, which is suitable for all ages and is free to join. A Beach Clean will take place at 1.30 pm followed by the main event – the Paddle Out Protest – which begins at 2.30 pm. Sian Richardson, the founder of the global Bluetits movement and advocate for community cold-water bathing will give a short speech, followed by Sue Burton, Pembrokeshire's Marine Special Area of Conservation Officer who will both underline the importance of clean oceans for underwater species, as well as for our own social needs. A member of the Surfers Against Sewage national team will then lead everyone to paddle or walk out into the ocean – on surfboards, kayaks, bodyboards, SUPs, or to simply get feet wet in the shallows. 'The event is most definitely not just for surfers or cold water bathers but absolutely everyone who cares for the seas and the river that we have here in Pembrokeshire,' continued Ella. 'I've been bathing in the waters of Pembrokeshire ever since I was a child with the result that the coastline is something I've become very passionate about. 'It's important that the community comes together to show its support for a charity that is fighting extremely hard to protect our oceans and make sure our Blue Flag Beaches remain a safe place to surf and more people who can join us on May 17 the better.' After the Paddle Out protest, an after-party at Sunshine Italian (Rwts) will start at 4 pm, with huge discounts for those who joined the protest. Attendees can enjoy live music from 5 pm and a DJ from 6 pm, as well as a barbecue, local drinks and pizza. Special discount rates have kindly been offered by the business in support of the charity and the local water community. 'Surfers Against Sewage,which was founded over 30 years ago, is now much more than just surfers, and about much more than just sewage,' concluded Lloyd. 'It campaigns against all forms of ocean pollutants and puts pressure on governments and MPs to hold water companies to account for the damage they are causing. 'We urge as many people as possible to join us at Broad Haven on May 17 to continue our fight for the future of the seas and the waters around Pembrokeshire.'
Pembrokeshire Herald
11-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Pembrokeshire climate emergency was ‘virtue-signalling'
The coast of Pembrokeshire is, according to many, one of the brightest jewels in Wales' natural crown. But as the tourists flock to the beaches and the surfers take to the waves, all too often overlooked is the sheer volume of pollution that continues to pour into its waters. As a result, people are falling ill and marine wildlife is facing one of its toughest challenges in history. 'It's reached the point where enough is enough,' said Lloyd Nelmes, who is aquarium manager and marine project officer at Sea Trust Wales, as well as being a keen surfer. 'Marine life is suffering massively because of the amount of sewage and slurry that's being discharged into the sea, but there have also been many, many recordings of effluent entering the River Cleddau. And as a result, the ammonia is having a devastating impact on absolutely everything.' At high enough concentration levels, ammonia is toxic to fish and other organisms, and can potentially cause death. 'If all the oxygen is taken from the air, it goes without saying that everything will die, but this is exactly what's happening in our rivers.' Meanwhile a damning parliamentary report recently labelled the UK's rivers as a dangerous 'chemical cocktail' of sewage, agricultural waste and plastic, with sewage pollution equating to everything that gets flushed down the toilet or washed down the drain and then released into the environment through sewer overflows. But despite years of investment, sewage and agricultural pollution continues to plague rivers and the ocean with the result that the UK is now ranked last in Europe for its bathing water quality. Next week Broad Haven will be staging Wales' flagship 'Paddle Out Protest' in conjunction with Surfers Against Sewage's national protest on May 17. The event is being coordinated by Lloyd as well as four other local SAS representatives, namely Ella Staden, Kate Beardsmore, Kate J and Kate Evans who are urging everyone who values the the ocean, lakes and rivers of Pembrokeshire to join them to make a stand for Pembrokeshire. 'A lot of local people have been impacted by sewage overspills, whether that's by getting ill, not being able to do water activities or to take their families to the beach to enjoy the coastline,' Ella told The Herald. Ella Staden 'But there's also a wider worry that our tourism industry may suffer as a result of unclean waters, as well, of course, the effect it's having on the nature that makes this place such a special and wonderful place to live and visit. 'We're urging every single person who cares about the water to come and join us on May 17, as this is a great opportunity to make it crystal clear to the government that we won't stand it anymore.' The event begins at midday with a drop-in placard making workshop and creative sessions at Sunshine Italian (recently rebranded as Rwts) on the seafront, which is suitable for all ages and is free to join. A Beach Clean will take place at 1.30 pm followed by the main event – the Paddle Out Protest – which begins at 2.30 pm. Sian Richardson, the founder of the global Bluetits movement and advocate for community cold-water bathing will give a short speech, followed by Sue Burton, Pembrokeshire's Marine Special Area of Conservation Officer who will both underline the importance of clean oceans for underwater species, as well as for our own social needs. A member of the Surfers Against Sewage national team will then lead everyone to paddle or walk out into the ocean – on surfboards, kayaks, bodyboards, SUPs, or to simply get feet wet in the shallows. 'The event is most definitely not just for surfers or cold water bathers but absolutely everyone who cares for the seas and the river that we have here in Pembrokeshire,' continued Ella. 'I've been bathing in the waters of Pembrokeshire ever since I was a child with the result that the coastline is something I've become very passionate about. 'It's important that the community comes together to show its support for a charity that is fighting extremely hard to protect our oceans and make sure our Blue Flag Beaches remain a safe place to surf and more people who can join us on May 17 the better.' After the Paddle Out protest, an after-party at Sunshine Italian (Rwts) will start at 4 pm, with huge discounts for those who joined the protest. Attendees can enjoy live music from 5 pm and a DJ from 6 pm, as well as a barbecue, local drinks and pizza. Special discount rates have kindly been offered by the business in support of the charity and the local water community. 'Surfers Against Sewage,which was founded over 30 years ago, is now much more than just surfers, and about much more than just sewage,' concluded Lloyd. 'It campaigns against all forms of ocean pollutants and puts pressure on governments and MPs to hold water companies to account for the damage they are causing. 'We urge as many people as possible to join us at Broad Haven on May 17 to continue our fight for the future of the seas and the waters around Pembrokeshire.'
Pembrokeshire Herald
09-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
‘We can't afford to wait any longer': Senedd demands action on nature loss
The coast of Pembrokeshire is, according to many, one of the brightest jewels in Wales' natural crown. But as the tourists flock to the beaches and the surfers take to the waves, all too often overlooked is the sheer volume of pollution that continues to pour into its waters. As a result, people are falling ill and marine wildlife is facing one of its toughest challenges in history. 'It's reached the point where enough is enough,' said Lloyd Nelmes, who is aquarium manager and marine project officer at Sea Trust Wales, as well as being a keen surfer. 'Marine life is suffering massively because of the amount of sewage and slurry that's being discharged into the sea, but there have also been many, many recordings of effluent entering the River Cleddau. And as a result, the ammonia is having a devastating impact on absolutely everything.' At high enough concentration levels, ammonia is toxic to fish and other organisms, and can potentially cause death. 'If all the oxygen is taken from the air, it goes without saying that everything will die, but this is exactly what's happening in our rivers.' Meanwhile a damning parliamentary report recently labelled the UK's rivers as a dangerous 'chemical cocktail' of sewage, agricultural waste and plastic, with sewage pollution equating to everything that gets flushed down the toilet or washed down the drain and then released into the environment through sewer overflows. But despite years of investment, sewage and agricultural pollution continues to plague rivers and the ocean with the result that the UK is now ranked last in Europe for its bathing water quality. Next week Broad Haven will be staging Wales' flagship 'Paddle Out Protest' in conjunction with Surfers Against Sewage's national protest on May 17. The event is being coordinated by Lloyd as well as four other local SAS representatives, namely Ella Staden, Kate Beardsmore, Kate J and Kate Evans who are urging everyone who values the the ocean, lakes and rivers of Pembrokeshire to join them to make a stand for Pembrokeshire. 'A lot of local people have been impacted by sewage overspills, whether that's by getting ill, not being able to do water activities or to take their families to the beach to enjoy the coastline,' Ella told The Herald. Ella Staden 'But there's also a wider worry that our tourism industry may suffer as a result of unclean waters, as well, of course, the effect it's having on the nature that makes this place such a special and wonderful place to live and visit. 'We're urging every single person who cares about the water to come and join us on May 17, as this is a great opportunity to make it crystal clear to the government that we won't stand it anymore.' The event begins at midday with a drop-in placard making workshop and creative sessions at Sunshine Italian (recently rebranded as Rwts) on the seafront, which is suitable for all ages and is free to join. A Beach Clean will take place at 1.30 pm followed by the main event – the Paddle Out Protest – which begins at 2.30 pm. Sian Richardson, the founder of the global Bluetits movement and advocate for community cold-water bathing will give a short speech, followed by Sue Burton, Pembrokeshire's Marine Special Area of Conservation Officer who will both underline the importance of clean oceans for underwater species, as well as for our own social needs. A member of the Surfers Against Sewage national team will then lead everyone to paddle or walk out into the ocean – on surfboards, kayaks, bodyboards, SUPs, or to simply get feet wet in the shallows. 'The event is most definitely not just for surfers or cold water bathers but absolutely everyone who cares for the seas and the river that we have here in Pembrokeshire,' continued Ella. 'I've been bathing in the waters of Pembrokeshire ever since I was a child with the result that the coastline is something I've become very passionate about. 'It's important that the community comes together to show its support for a charity that is fighting extremely hard to protect our oceans and make sure our Blue Flag Beaches remain a safe place to surf and more people who can join us on May 17 the better.' After the Paddle Out protest, an after-party at Sunshine Italian (Rwts) will start at 4 pm, with huge discounts for those who joined the protest. Attendees can enjoy live music from 5 pm and a DJ from 6 pm, as well as a barbecue, local drinks and pizza. Special discount rates have kindly been offered by the business in support of the charity and the local water community. 'Surfers Against Sewage,which was founded over 30 years ago, is now much more than just surfers, and about much more than just sewage,' concluded Lloyd. 'It campaigns against all forms of ocean pollutants and puts pressure on governments and MPs to hold water companies to account for the damage they are causing. 'We urge as many people as possible to join us at Broad Haven on May 17 to continue our fight for the future of the seas and the waters around Pembrokeshire.'
