A SPOT check of cleanliness at hospitals in West Wales has revealed a series of basic failings. The newly-merged Hywel Dda NHS Trust has been given two weeks to address the issues raised in the latest Healthcare Inspectorate Wales inspection.

SUPPORTING Welsh farmers is the main reason consumers buy local produce, according to new research. More than 90% of people in Wales feel it is important to know where their food comes from, with 87% saying they prefer food from Wales, according to research conducted by burger giant McDonald's.

MORE households in Wales have internet access than in any other UK nation. Figures published yesterday by the Office for National Statistics revealed 67% of Welsh homes now have access to the web.

THREE of Wales' hottest stars have filmed a new trailer for this year's National Eisteddfod of Wales.

HERE are some of the comments that have appeared on our forum on both sides of the debate: Against Welsh-medium education It is quite clear beyond any reasonable doubt that Welsh-medium education is damaging the education of our children.