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A road is closed and drivers are asked to avoid the area after the incident
The incident happened at Oak Terrace in Bridgend(Image: Google Maps)
A woman has been taken to hospital and a road closed after what police have described as a serious collision in Bridgend.
- Police were called to the incident of the two-vehicle collision between Oak Terrace and the junction of Heol Clawdy in Bridgend at 1.55pm on Monday, March 9.
- The road is currently closed between Oak Terrace and the junction of Heol Clawdy and is is expected to remain closed for some time, a South Wales Police spokesperson said on Monday afternoon.
- A spokesperson for the force said: “South Wales Police was called at 1:55pm today to reports of a collision between two cars between Oak Terrace and junction of Heol Clawdy in Bridgend. A woman has been taken to hospital as a precaution. The road remains closed.”
- Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. Delays are expected in the area.
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Police are investigating the incident
The incident reportedly happened on the A48 westbound at Llanddarog junction in Carmarthenshire(Image: Google)
Eight motorcyclists have allegedly assaulted a driver in a lay-by beside a busy main road. The incident allegedly happened on the A48 westbound at Llanddarog junction in Carmarthenshire, just before the Nantycaws turn-off, at around 2.30pm on Saturday, March 7, a police spokesperson said.
The male driver of the car reportedly suffered injuries in the incident and his vehicle was damaged, the force said on Monday. The eight bikers are believed to have been driving Harley Davidson bikes.
Police are now appealing for any witnesses or anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area on Saturday afternoon to come forward.
A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “Local officers are investigating an alleged assault that occurred on the A48 westbound at Llanddarog junction, before Nantycaws turn-off, at around 2.30pm on Saturday, March 7.
“The incident was reported to involve eight men with parked Harley Davidson bikes in a lay-by, assaulting a man with a car. The victim sustained moderate injuries and damage to their vehicle.
“Anyone with information, private CCTV such as dashcam footage showing suspicious activity that could help our investigation, is asked to get in touch in one of the following ways: online: https://orlo.uk/KRjzb, email: 101@dyfed-powys.police.uk, call: 101
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org. Quote reference: DP-20260307-227.”
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Hundreds of Wales rugby fans have been caught up in the disruption at Holyhead port
A file picture of lorries waiting at Holyhead port(Image: Reach / WalesOnline / North Wales Live)
Ferry passengers are experiencing major disruption following “technical problems” at Holyhead port. Some of Sunday’s Stena Line and Irish Ferries services have been cancelled or delayed due to the incident.
It has been reported that a technical issue with the Stena Adventurer ferry berthed at the port has prevented other services running. Hundreds of Wales rugby fans have been caught up in the disruption on their return from Dublin following Friday’s Six Nations defeat to Ireland. On its website Stena Line confirmed the 4pm Stena Adventurer service from Holyhead to Dublin had been cancelled “due to technical problems”.
The 4.30pm service from Dublin to Holyhead was cancelled, our sister title North Wales Live reported. Always keep on top of the latest Welsh news with our newsletter.
Stena’s 10.15pm service from Holyhead to Dublin was listed as “delayed”. The Irish Ferries vessel Ulysses was due to arrive at Holyhead from Dublin at 11am but remained off the coast of Anglesey on Sunday evening.
Irish Ferries said: “Due to extraordinary reasons the Ulysses is unable to berth at Holyhead. Updates to follow.”
The 1.45pm James Joyce service from Dublin to Holyhead has been cancelled “due to operational reasons” while the 7.45pm service from Dublin to Holyhead has been delayed by up to six hours.
The 1.15pm Irish Ferries service from Holyhead to Dublin was listed as delayed and the 7.30pm service to Dublin cancelled.
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It is the second day of a major closure on the M48 Severn Bridge
The M48 Severn Bridge is one of a number major roads affected by closures on Sunday, March 8(Image: John Myers)
A number of major road closures are in place in Wales today, Sunday, March 8. Drivers are being advised to plan journeys carefully, allow extra time, and check local diversion routes. For a second day, there is a major closure on the M48 Severn Bridge to allow roadworks to be completed, with delays expected in the area. Other routes have temporary traffic lights or have been shut completely for work to be carried out. Here are all the road closures you need to know about:
- M48 Severn Bridge Westbound closed: Delays expected due to weekend roadworks until the early hours of Monday morning between J1 A403 (Aust) and J2 A466 Wye Valley Link Road (Chepstow). Diversion – M4 Prince of Wales Bridge.
- M4 Bridgend One lane closed due to roadworks on M4 Westbound from J36 A4061 (Bridgend / Sarn Service Area) to J37 A4229 (Pyle / Porthcawl). Until March 12.
- A55 Flintshire A55 Eastbound closed due to roadworks from J34 A494 (Ewloe) to J35 A550 (Dobbs Hill). Between 10.38am and 11.59pm on Saturdays and Sundays until March 21.
- A484 Cwmduad, Carmarthenshire A484 in both directions closed due to roadworks between Heol Y Bwt and the Cwmpengraig turn off. Until March 16. Diversion – During the closure, a fully signed diversion route will be in operation. The diversion for southbound traffic will be via the A484 to Saron, A486 to Pontwelly Roundabout, B4336 to Llanllwni, A485 to Carmarthen, A485 to Francis Well Roundabout, and then th.
- M48 Severn Bridge Monmouthshire Temporary gross weight limit of 7.5 tonnes due to bridge maintenance work on M48 Severn Bridge in both directions between J2 A466 Wye Valley Link Road (Chepstow) and J1 A403 (Aust).
- A5 Froncysyllte, Wrexham Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A5 around B5434 Gate Road. Expect delays. Until March 13.
- A40 Brecon Road Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Temporary traffic lights due to gas main work on A40 Brecon Road near Union Road West. Expect delays. Until May 13.
- A472 Monkswood, Monmouthshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A472 near Cefn Mawr Lane. Expect delays. Until March 13
- A483 Fabian Way, Swansea One lane closed due to roadworks on A483 Fabian Way Eastbound from Port of Swansea (Port Tennant) to B4290 (Jersey Marine roundabout, Jersey Marine). Until March 31
- A40 St Clears, Carmarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A40 around the Pont Y Fenni turn off. Expect delays.
- A4067 Mumbles Road, Swansea Lane closed due to long-term roadworks on A4067 Mumbles Road around A4216 Sketty Lane. Expect delays. Until April 7.
- A4051 Malpas Road, Newport Temporary traffic lights due to gas main work on A4051 Malpas Road near Goodrich Crescent. Expect delays. Until June 4.
- A4216 Cockett Road, Swansea Temporary traffic lights due to electricity work on A4216 Cockett Road at Townhill Road. Expect delays. Until October 1
- B4582 Nevern, Pembrokeshire is closed in both directions due to landslip from the A487 to the Moylgrove turn off.
- A48 Nantycaws, Carmarthenshire One lane closed due to telecoms work on The A48 Eastbound near Heol Llangynnwr (Nantycaws Junction). Expect delays. Between 9.30am and 3.30pm Mondays to Sundays until April 21.
- A4119 Tonyrefail, Rhondda Cynon Taff One lane closed due to electricity work on The A4119 in both directions from Ely Valley Road (CoedEly Roundabout) to the A4093. Expect delays. Between 9.30am and 3.30pm Mondays to Sundays until March 31.
- B4393 Alltforgan, Powys The B4393 in both directions closed due to long-term roadworks between Ffridd Wydd-afon (Alltforgan) and Llanwddyn (Llanwddyn). Until April 3
- A487, Tre’r ddol, Ceredigion Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on The A487 between Tre’r ddol (Tre-R-Ddol) and Furnace (Furnace). Expect delays. Until March 31
- A5 Bangor Road Tregarth, Gwynedd Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A5 Bangor Road near Llwyn Bleddyn Road. Until March 13.
- A44 Llanbadarn Road Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A44 Llanbadarn Road near St David’s Road. Until March 20
- A5 Capel Curig, Conwy Convoy system and roadworks on A5 near the Caernarfon turn off. Until March 31.
- A470 Cwmbach Llechrhyd, Powys Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A470 near Builth Road. Until March 31.
- A484 Llanelli, Camarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A484 around A4214 Stepney Place. Until March 27.
- A484 Sandy Road Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A484 Sandy Road at Sandy Bridge Roundabout. On the roundabout. Until March 27
- A477 Neyland, Pembrokeshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A477 in both directions from Honeyborough Roundabout to Trinity Terrace. Until April 17.
- A470 Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy Temporary traffic lights due to long-term roadworks on A470 near Zip World. Until September.
- A4161 Castle Street, Cardiff Lane closed due to roadworks on A4161 Castle Street around High Street. Until April 1
- A4080 Newborough, Isle of Anglesey Temporary traffic lights due to water main work on A4080 around Stad Ty Gwyn.
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Drivers should be aware of roadworks being carried out on a number of areas of the network
Planned closures on the M4 could cause disruption for drivers this week (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne)
Multiple parts of the M4 will either be partially or fully closed this week for scheduled repairs. The closures are largely set to take place overnight, but could still affect many drivers. The closures will affect different parts of the network this week including Tredegar Park near Newport and Pencoed, near Bridgend. People are being advised to allow for extra travel time as a result of these works. Here are all the M4 closures affecting Wales for the week starting Sunday, March 8 according to Traffic Wales. Stay in the know by making sure you’re receiving our daily newsletter
- M4 – Eastbound – J36 Sarn Onslip closed for cyclic maintenance between March 2 and March 21 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions are in place.
- M4 – Eastbound – J26 Malpas to J28 Tredegar Park Closed for resurfacing work between March 9 and March 13 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Westbound – J37 Pyle to J38 Margam Closed for resurfacing work between March 8 and March 14 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Westbound – J36 Sarn to J37 Pyle. One lane closed for roadworks until March 12
- M4 – Eastbound – J23 Rogiet Closed for roadworks between March 11 and March 12 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Westbound – J23 Rogiet Closed for roadworks between March 12 and March 13 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Eastbound – J28 Tredegar Park to J26 Malpas Closed for resurfacing work between March 9 and March 14 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Westbound – J35 Pencoed to J37 Pyle Closed for roadworks between March 11 and March 12 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Westbound – J35 Pencoed Entry slip closed for roadworks between March 11 and March 12 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 – Eastbound – J36 Sarn Entry slip closed for roadworks between March 2 and March 21 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
- M4 Westbound – J36 Sarn Entry slip closed for resurfacing between March 11 and March 12 from 8pm to 6am. Diversions in place.
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Drivers are being told to plan their journeys carefully to avoid delays
The Severn Bridge is one of a number of major roads affected by closures in Wales today (Image: John Myers)
A number of major road closures are in place in Wales today, Saturday, March 7. Drivers are being advised to plan journeys carefully, allow extra time, and check local diversion routes. There is a major closure on the M48 Severn Bridge to allow roadworks to be completed, with delays expected in the area. Other routes have temporary traffic lights or have been shut completely for work to be carried out. Here are all the road closures you need to know about:
- M48 Severn Bridge Westbound closed: Delays expected due to weekend roadworks until the early hours of Monday morning between J1 A403 (Aust) and J2 A466 Wye Valley Link Road (Chepstow). Diversion – M4 Prince of Wales Bridge.
- M4 Bridgend One lane closed due to roadworks on M4 Westbound from J36 A4061 (Bridgend / Sarn Service Area) to J37 A4229 (Pyle / Porthcawl). Until March 12.
- A55 Flintshire A55 Eastbound closed due to roadworks from J34 A494 (Ewloe) to J35 A550 (Dobbs Hill). Between 10.38am and 11.59pm on Saturdays and Sundays until March 21.
- A484 Cwmduad, Carmarthenshire A484 in both directions closed due to roadworks between Heol Y Bwt and the Cwmpengraig turn off. Until March 16. Diversion – During the closure, a fully signed diversion route will be in operation. The diversion for southbound traffic will be via the A484 to Saron, A486 to Pontwelly Roundabout, B4336 to Llanllwni, A485 to Carmarthen, A485 to Francis Well Roundabout, and then th.
- M48 Severn Bridge Monmouthshire Temporary gross weight limit of 7.5 tonnes due to bridge maintenance work on M48 Severn Bridge in both directions between J2 A466 Wye Valley Link Road (Chepstow) and J1 A403 (Aust).
- A5 Froncysyllte, Wrexham Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A5 around B5434 Gate Road. Expect delays. Until March 13.
- A40 Brecon Road Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Temporary traffic lights due to gas main work on A40 Brecon Road near Union Road West. Expect delays. Until May 13.
- A472 Monkswood, Monmouthshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A472 near Cefn Mawr Lane. Expect delays. Until March 13
- A483 Fabian Way, Swansea One lane closed due to roadworks on A483 Fabian Way Eastbound from Port of Swansea (Port Tennant) to B4290 (Jersey Marine roundabout, Jersey Marine). Until March 31
- A40 St Clears, Carmarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A40 around the Pont Y Fenni turn off. Expect delays.
- A4067 Mumbles Road, Swansea Lane closed due to long-term roadworks on A4067 Mumbles Road around A4216 Sketty Lane. Expect delays. Until April 7.
- A4051 Malpas Road, Newport Temporary traffic lights due to gas main work on A4051 Malpas Road near Goodrich Crescent. Expect delays. Until June 4.
- A4216 Cockett Road, Swansea Temporary traffic lights due to electricity work on A4216 Cockett Road at Townhill Road. Expect delays. Until October 1
- B4582 Nevern, Pembrokeshire is closed in both directions due to landslip from the A487 to the Moylgrove turn off.
- A48 Nantycaws, Carmarthenshire One lane closed due to telecoms work on The A48 Eastbound near Heol Llangynnwr (Nantycaws Junction). Expect delays. Between 9.30am and 3.30pm Mondays to Sundays until April 21.
- A4119 Tonyrefail, Rhondda Cynon Taff One lane closed due to electricity work on The A4119 in both directions from Ely Valley Road (CoedEly Roundabout) to the A4093. Expect delays. Between 9.30am and 3.30pm Mondays to Sundays until March 31.
- B4393 Alltforgan, Powys The B4393 in both directions closed due to long-term roadworks between Ffridd Wydd-afon (Alltforgan) and Llanwddyn (Llanwddyn). Until April 3
- A487, Tre’r ddol, Ceredigion Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on The A487 between Tre’r ddol (Tre-R-Ddol) and Furnace (Furnace). Expect delays. Until March 31
- A5 Bangor Road Tregarth, Gwynedd Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A5 Bangor Road near Llwyn Bleddyn Road. Until March 13.
- A44 Llanbadarn Road Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A44 Llanbadarn Road near St David’s Road. Until March 20
- A5 Capel Curig, Conwy Convoy system and roadworks on A5 near the Caernarfon turn off. Until March 31.
- A470 Cwmbach Llechrhyd, Powys Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A470 near Builth Road. Until March 31.
- A484 Llanelli, Camarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A484 around A4214 Stepney Place. Until March 27.
- A484 Sandy Road Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A484 Sandy Road at Sandy Bridge Roundabout. On the roundabout. Until March 27
- A477 Neyland, Pembrokeshire Temporary traffic lights due to roadworks on A477 in both directions from Honeyborough Roundabout to Trinity Terrace. Until April 17.
- A470 Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy Temporary traffic lights due to long-term roadworks on A470 near Zip World. Until September.
- A4161 Castle Street, Cardiff Lane closed due to roadworks on A4161 Castle Street around High Street. Until April 1
- A4080 Newborough, Isle of Anglesey Temporary traffic lights due to water main work on A4080 around Stad Ty Gwyn.
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The sign is often seen on roads, but many drivers are unaware of what it means – and ignoring it could result in hefty fines and penalty points
Motorists need to be aware of one particular sign and what it means(Image: John Myers)
Motorists are being cautioned to be vigilant for a simple red circle road sign with an empty interior – as it enforces a strict rule that many drivers fail to fully understand. The unique sign, featuring a red border with a completely blank white centre, indicates that no vehicles are permitted to proceed.
As per the official Highway Code, the sign signifies a road that is closed to all vehicular traffic, making it illegal for drivers to continue beyond that point.
Mandy Roscoe, signage expert at Carrick Signs, warned that misinterpreting this straightforward sign could cause issues for drivers, especially near school streets, low-emission zones, and bus-only routes.
It’s even leading to drivers receiving hefty fines and penalty points.
She stated: “Drivers see a plain red circle and think it’s inactive, faded, or only applies to motor vehicles. But entering those restricted zones can mean an instant penalty notice. And, in autumn, with limited light and rain or mist, you’ve got even less time to spot supplementary plates showing exemptions or time windows.”
The sign applies to all motor vehicles, including:.
- Cars
- Motorcycles
- Vans
- Lorries
In many cases, it also extends to other vehicles such as horse-drawn carriages, though local signage will usually indicate if exemptions exist, according to the Express.
It is commonly used to prevent vehicles from entering:
- Pedestrianised areas
- Quiet lanes
- Private roads
- Certain bridges or narrow routes
Unlike other restriction signs that feature symbols – such as a car or motorbike – this one stays blank to signify that the restriction applies to all vehicles, rather than just particular categories. The Department for Transport uses the simple design to guarantee it can be recognised quickly without any confusion.
However, motorists should be aware of penalties for ignoring these signs. Transport for London gathered £89.3million during 2023-24 from red route fines, marking a 57% rise over just five years.
During the same period, on-street penalty charge notices raised £6.85million in Manchester, with more than 213,000 PCNs issued. For motorists, the consequences are instant: fines typically range from £60 to £130, depending on the local authority, and enforcement is often carried out via ANPR or CCTV technology, making these violations difficult to challenge.
To help drivers in avoiding unnecessary expenses, Mandy recommends three straightforward steps:
- Always regard a plain red circle (without pictogram) as “no vehicles at any time” unless you spot a clear exemption
- Take a moment to examine supplementary plates directly beneath the sign, as these frequently display times, permitted vehicle categories, or local exceptions
- In low lighting or harsh weather conditions, reduce speed at junctions and entrances to allow yourself additional time to read signage correctly before proceeding
There is heavy queuing traffic along the M4 eastbound at Cardiff and Newport this morning after the double incident