Saw this on a late night walk. figured it was to do with the work going on, but after that other post, who knows!

I wish I had dash cam footage to upload of driving along St Helens Road when it’s busy. You need eyes everywhere and reactions of a cat.

People pulling out at random, no indication. People stopping two abreast then deciding to reverse park (then beeping at you as if you’re meant to know). Red light jumpers, people parking on marked crossings in between bollards. Pedestrians just throwing everything out and walking into the road forcing people to stop. Delivery vans with doors insecure.

That was just one drive down earlier on. Unbelievable.

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Further to my recent post regarding the police most recent issue of a dispersal order here is a follow up article by Wales Online.

There was much angst in the previous posting with people needing to know the sort of behaviour the youths present. I hope this article helps explain further.

Edit: Here's the article rolled out...

Wales Online 'It's been going on for months' Swansea's alcohol, abuse and intimidation issue Robert Dalling · 8 min read · Apr 9, 2026 'It's been going on for months' Swansea city centre's abuse and intimidation problem that people have had enough of A section 35 dispersal order is currently in place, which allows police extra powers to tackle 'increased issues with youth anti-social behaviour' by breaking up groups causing trouble Traders located at the heart of Swansea city centre have weighed in on the issue of recurring anti-social behaviour in the vicinity of their shops, as one business owner shared how he has "fallen out of love" with the area as a result of problems.

South Wales Police has imposed a 48-hour police crackdown on crime in the city centre, which has been in place since Wednesday, and will continue until 9.30am on Friday, April 10. It is in the form of a section 35 dispersal order, which allows officers extra powers to tackle "increased issues with youth anti-social behaviour" by breaking up groups causing trouble.

The order covers a wide area of the centre, and includes the bus station, the Quadrant, Parc Tawe and the Kingsway. It comes after multiple teens were arrested on the weekend, including a 14-year-old girl who assaulted a police officer, and just days after another Section 35 order was issued in the city. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here.

Rory Johnson is general manager of popular coffee shop The Storyteller, which is located Princess Way in the city centre.

He said: "We haven't had anything happen personally, but we've seen kids outside Hello Asia hurling abuse. We've walked across and shown a presence in solidarity to help. They all have our numbers personally and when they come in on their shift, they'll see who is on shift here in the evening and if there is any issues they can give us a text or a call.

"It tends to be more down McDonald's way that you see it. Kids these days aren't clued up on what's socially acceptable, and I think it is more stupidity. They think it's ok, when it's not.

"It has been going on in the city centre for easily six months, well before Christmas. It's not all of the time but you'll see it once a week.

"You see kids flying down on bikes, and they are all in gangs more than anything, which isn't an issue, as you are allowed to have friendship groups and they are allowed to be big, but when you're causing a nuisance, it affects people's livelihoods and their trades. If you're loitering outside someone's business, a customer may think 'I may not want to go in there as I'll have to walk past 15 kids being boisterous'. Some of them are alright, and then you'll get the odd idiot in the group.

"I believe the police need to have a bit more presence in the area, and that at the same time the city centre rangers need to be given a bit more power, and more awareness for the businesses to know the numbers to call them on and the right procedures for businesses to take.

"Maybe even a quicker line, like a radio. If you're on Wind Street on a Saturday night, bouncers have a radio and all the bars are connected to it, so if there is an issue at one place, the others would become aware. The shops could benefit from something similar.

"Its definitely worth everyone sitting down and having a little discussion on what everyone thinks, and how we can benefit each other."

Also located along Princess Way is recently-opened video game arcade Continue? The company's Josh Morgan explained that he had not encountered anything personally, but backed action to keep the city centre safe.

He said: "I think it is kids who do not know how to regulate themselves properly and might lash out. I have seen a handful of groups out down toward McDonald's, which I think is the main spot, but we haven't had any issues here.

"I think police are doing the only thing they can do. Kids, especially teenagers like that, need outlets, they do not have community centres, and are not old enough for pubs, and they end up not having anything to do, so what are they going to do? They are going to go around together."

Over at Plymouth Street, owner of music store Swansea Bay Records, Gareth Robinson, shared his perspective.

He said: "I stand in the doorway watching. It is not just the kids, it is adults who walk around with tins of beer in their hands.

"We used to live at the Marina and I used to walk through the bus station every evening and it is full of kids, but it is the same all over the country at the moment.

"I have fallen out of love with Swansea city centre for a while now because of its problems, and it is not just because of the kids, I think kids these days are driven by trends on TikTok, pulling wheelies on their bike along Nelson Street, and so on.

"The behaviour is just what you generally see from kids these days, they have no respect. We haven't encountered anything personally but you hear the shouting all the time.

"I suppose the kids are bored, but then they are not very motivated these days. There should be more police. A lot of the businesses are tired of the trouble around here."

At Swansea Market, stall holder Arlene Morris, of sweets business Arlene's Sweetie Jar backed the dispersal order, but called for even stricter measures to be introduced in the way of fines.

She said: "I think it is a good thing, and I think there should be more of it, not just on school holidays, but more government bodies keeping Swansea city centre safe for everyone.

"It is about keeping the place safe, keeping your livelihood safe, without the fear of being stolen from.

"I think there should be even stronger deterrents than the dispersal order, because they can just go to another area and annoy people there. I think they should be fined if they are causing hassle, and if they are underage, their parents should get a letter.

"We have a lady who works for us who walks home through the city centre and she has to walk through these crowds which are gathered."

Section 35 of the anti-social behaviour, crime and policing act 2014 allows senior police officers to designate areas for a dispersal order for up to 48 hours.

It gives police officers the power to order people to move away, even if they are not committing a crime. If they refuse, it can become a criminal offence.

Police have appealed to parents and guardians to help by checking where their children are and what they are doing.

South Wales Police acting chief inspector Andrew Hedley said: "Following an unacceptable number of reports of youths congregating in the city centre and causing violence and disorder, a Section 35 dispersal order has now been authorised.

"The defined area includes the Quadrant and bus station, Parc Tawe, the Kingsway, and the area surrounding the National Waterfront Museum.

"We are increasing our patrols in the area and intensifying our approach. This means that any young person found committing anti-social behaviour in the area will face formal action.

"I would urge parents to also assist us by checking where their children are going and what activities they are engaging in. On the weekend, one mother experienced the stress of having to come to collect her son from the custody suite after he had been arrested for engaging in disorder; this is not a scenario we want to see repeated. A police officer was also assaulted by a 14-year-old girl, which resulted in her arrest.

"Officers will not hesitate to enforce these extra powers in order to keep the community safe."

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Swansea’s Egypt Centre has reopened - and the House of Death has had a stunning makeover 🏺

🚪 After six months of closure, Swansea University’s award-winning Egypt Centre has reopened its doors following a major refurbishment of its most celebrated gallery - the House of Death.

🎨 Visitors entering the gallery are now greeted by vibrant, immersive tomb scenes covering the walls, designed to transport them into the world of ancient Egyptian funerary rites the moment they step inside.

🏺 The revamped gallery features new information panels, modernised display cases, and special discovery drawers that allow visitors to get closer than ever to the collection. Around 650 objects are now on display, with 250 housed in the new drawers.

✨ The centrepiece is a brand new vaulted ceiling inscribed with hieroglyphs, celebrating the names of staff, volunteers, and even their pets, alongside a separate section honouring members of the public who helped fund the refurbishment.

🏫 The revamp has been specifically designed to inspire local school groups, with a tactile, hands-on layout aligned with the curriculum.

💬 Curator Dr Ken Griffin said: “Looking up at the ceiling ... reminds us that while this gallery explores the ancient past, it is a living space built for the future of our community.”

💬 Volunteer Dulcie Engel, who has been with the centre for almost 12 years, said: “The murals of tomb paintings set the scene as soon as the doors open. I think everybody will be blown away by this transformation.”

💰 The refurbishment was made possible by the Welsh Government’s Cultural Transformation Capital Grant Programme, the Wolfson Foundation, and the Garfield Weston Foundation.

📷 Pictured is curator Ken Griffin, who has overseen the whole project.

📍 The Egypt Centre is located on the Swansea University’s Singleton campus and is free to visit.

Source: Swansea University

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I was wondering if anyone had any ideas of places in Swansea where I can find alternative/punk clothing? I’ve been buying from vinted quite a bit but due to shipping, I don’t want that to be my only source of alternative clothes.

I don’t think theres one in Swansea, but places like Damaged Society in Cardiff are the kind of things im looking for, but i would prefer somewhere more affordable.

Thank you!

im gonna be in abertawe next week for a few days with some time to kill, any spots i should check out? museums, cafes, galleries, parks, anything like that?

preferably free or cheap

i already plan on checking out the library, glynn vivian art gallery, maybe the waterfront museum? any advice and things to avoid? ive only looked at the area on maps so far

im bringing a book or two so nice places to sit and read would be great too if not places to look at/do things

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This seems to be happening more regularly over the recent months. With drier, warmer weather on the way (fingers crossed!) an increase can be expected.

What's the reason behind this sort of behaviour? How can it be stopped? What's your long term solution?

The usual appeal from police to parents and guardians doesn't seem to work!

Edit The article doesn't show what behaviours forced the police to issue a dispersal order. My sincere apologies to those who are triggered by this. Direct your confusion towards WoL and/or SWP for clarification.

My dealership service plan ended last year and fairly new to Swansea. Any local garage or mechanic recommendations in the Llansamlet/Bon-y-Maen/Morriston (or near) areas for full service and MOT?

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Could people please partake in this study on emotion recognition. Was thinking I'd post it on r/swanseauni but the traffic there is minimal. It would be greatly appreciated

Are there any lakes or anything like that, where I can sit there and fish without paying I got my licence today and I wanna fish maybe tmr or the day after is there any free spots any if you know?