Welsh public research university; founding member of the former University of Wales
Archaeologists have uncovered what appears to be one of the county’s largest Roman artefact collections at Mancot, Flintshire, in a survey tied to local development. The site has yielded brooches, moulds and pottery, with conservation underway ahead of potential public displays in Flintshire and Mold museums.
The National Eisteddfod of Wales is facing renewed scrutiny as the Welsh language festival navigates controversy around AI use in entries, the handling of remarks by judges, and a convicted former presenter entering with a poem under a pseudonym. Winners have been announced, and participants are calling for stricter respect and clearer guidelines as the event continues.
The WRU plans to cut from four professional men’s teams to three by 2028 are facing backlash and political pressure. Scarlets and Ospreys are vying to be the sole west Wales representative, Cardiff and Dragons are safe, while former first ministers and board members weigh in on the future. The timeline and governance remain unsettled as clubs prepare for the new URC season.