If you die without having made a will, your assets are automatically distributed according to the rules of intestacy. The distribution depends on whether you are married (or in a registered civil partnership) and whether you have any children. This
Read MoreArticles from issue : February 2021
The book department
This month we take a fresh look at the seashore with photographer Rachael Talibart, learn pretty much everything there is to know about hedgehogs, find out what’s wrong with the internet, visit the unknown island of Madagascar, and take a
Read MoreDewkes of Mumbles – A new independent family run pet store
Dewkes of Mumbles is run by James Bygate, his wife Jane and their manager Sally. They are not only passionate about animals, but also have a wealth of knowledge and a professional net-work to support you and your pet. James’
Read MoreIndependent Swansea opticians wins Practice of the Year at National Awards
An opticians in Swansea has been named PRACTICE OF THE YEAR at a national optical awards, in recognition of their outstanding contributions within the practice. Stephen Evans Optometrists, a family run practice located at Ethos on King’s Road, took home
Read MoreA quick trip to Cambodia
Everybody who goes to Cambodia will inevitably visit the legendary temple complex of Angkor Wat, often described as one of the greatest travel destinations on the planet, and a pilgrimage site for trophy-hunting tourists the world over. But if you
Read MoreHow to deal with coronavirus
This has been a difficult year for many of us. Unfortunately, coronavirus (COVID-19) is continuing to spread in the area, however there are steps we can all take to try and minimise the spread. Furthermore, should you contract coronavirus the
Read MoreFlags
Happy New Year. So, let us unfurl this New Year, 2021. Flags – we see them in many different places. There are a few flags hoisted on a flag pole outside the Civic Centre, Oyster-mouth Road, and on the opposite
Read MorePerspectives of a perfect day
2020 was by anyone’s reckoning a pretty shitty affair. The pandemic that had plagued the whole world and the lockdown restrictions that came with it had kept us all worried and frustrated in equal measure since early March. So, it
Read MoreLOVE
THIS MONTH LIZ LOOKS AT UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND CONSIDERS THE EYE WATERING COST OF VALENTINE’S DAY A belated happy new year! Let’s hope for a better year than the one just gone but, no, I’m not going to talk about
Read MoreThe Census is coming…
Households across Swansea will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021, which will provide a snapshot of modern society. The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households
Read MoreUnison Health & Safety Update
ERIC PD Prevents Death Eliminate Can the risk of breaking social distancing be eliminated using alternate working methods like home working? If not: Reduce Can the risk of breaking social distancing be reduced by limiting the number of workers in
Read MoreVEGAN Double Chocolate Sundae with Ritter Sport 61% Fine Dark Chocolate
TIME Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Total time: 40 min INGREDIENTS 200g Ritter Sport 61% Fine Dark Chocolate 2 scoops of vegan ice cream (vanilla, chocolate or caramel) 200g sugar 50g cacao powder 200g flour 200g apple
Read MoreW. Davies Ironmongers Sketty
There can’t be many people that haven’t popped into the ironmongers and hardware shop in Eversley Road at some time. During the lock-down last year, there seemed to be a socially distanced queue outside, every time I passed. It’s a
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