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62% of people in Wales Plan to make New Year resolutions

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11 years ago

December 29, 2014

Tom Sinclair

New Year’s resolution: Bryony Blake

ACCORDING to research published today (Dec 29), 62% of people in Wales are planning to make New Year resolutions. However the research, undertaken by YouGov for LowLow frozen ready meals, also suggests that over a quarter of these (27%) are not expecting their resolutions to last past the end of January; although 12% confirmed they are planning to remain resolute and tend not to break their resolutions.

Across Wales 41% of respondents confirmed they were planning to lose weight in 2015, compared to 35% across the nation. Welsh respondents also confirmed:

20% were planning to take more care of their appearance in the year ahead (compared to a GB figure of 15%)
17% will be resolving to see more of friends and family (compared to a national figure of 14%)
16% will be resolving to address the work-life balance (compared to a national figure of 12%)

Eleven percent of Welsh respondents also said they were planning to stop drinking or reduce their alcoholic intake in 2015 and 4% said they were planning to give up smoking (1% less than the national figure).

Interestingly, the survey revealed that more women would be interested in learning a new make-up tip for 2015 (48%) than said they were resolving to lose weight in the coming year (40%).

Appreciating how hard it is to maintain that New Year resolve, LowLow is providing a helping hand this January with its delicious range of meals, all under 350 calories, and its ‘Take 5 and make a difference’ campaign, which is all about making small positive changes that make you feel great about yourself.

This Morning’s celebrity make-up artist, Bryony Blake, is brand ambassador for ‘Take 5’ during January and is sharing some of her top make-up tips for 2015, perfect for those 48% of female respondents who said they would be interested in learning a new make-up technique. 31% want to learn how to apply their eye make-up, whilst a quarter said they were keen to learn more about improving their skin and foundation techniques.

Bryony says: “I’m delighted to be working with LowLow and showing how, with very little effort, we can all give ourselves a lift for 2015. As well as working with celebrities, I make up lots of different people, but one thing that always rings true is small positive changes to how we normally do things really do make a difference. I hope that my make-up tips will help women become more confident knowing their look will be on trend and give a real boost for the New Year.”

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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20 hours ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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20 hours ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

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Special delivery of thanks as MP visits Haverfordwest sorting office

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2 days ago

December 12, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Christmas cheer for posties working through the festive rush

A CHRISTMAS message of thanks was delivered in person this week as Preseli Pembrokeshire MP Henry Tufnell paid a visit to Royal Mail staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office.

The MP met postal workers during one of the busiest periods of the year, praising staff for their hard work in ensuring cards, parcels and gifts reach homes across Pembrokeshire in the run-up to Christmas.

Mr Tufnell said postal workers were going “above and beyond” throughout the year, but particularly during the festive period when demand is at its highest and delivery rounds are often made in challenging weather conditions.

He described postal staff as “unsung heroes”, highlighting their role in keeping communities connected and helping families stay in touch at a time when it matters most.

Speaking after the visit, Mr Tufnell said: “Our posties play a vital role in our community, and at Christmas that importance is felt more than ever. They work incredibly hard to make sure gifts and cards from loved ones arrive safely and on time.”

Staff at the Haverfordwest site were pictured alongside the MP, with some embracing the festive spirit in Christmas jumpers and seasonal outfits while continuing their daily work.

The MP also extended his thanks to postal workers across the whole of Pembrokeshire, acknowledging the dedication required to keep services running smoothly during the seasonal rush.

Royal Mail experiences its highest parcel volumes in December, with thousands of additional items passing through local sorting offices each day as Christmas approaches.

Delivering Christmas cheer: Henry Tufnell MP with staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office during a festive visit (Pic: Facebook).