Our Tomorrow is our Youth of Today

 Hi Swantv Viewer

Yes! tomorrow's success depends on the youth of today. We must nurture and encourage them. We all want the best for our children. Apart from what we can do and the wonderful teachers they are with daily, there is a huge network of youth support across Wales encouraging and teaching life skills through fun projects.

On Thursday I had the privilege of attending the annual Welsh Youth Work Excellence awards at the Brangwyn Hall in Swansea, attended by over 200 people, many finalists in the different catagories. Different segments of the ceremony were conducted in Welsh and English and an address was given by Jeremy Miles, MS, Minister for Education and Welsh Language. Apart from the awards there was live music provided before the presentations by David Ingham and Erin Rolles: whilst Laila Woodward performed two original pieces she composed at the end on stage. Talented young artists showed their work,  Makenzy Beard and others organised by MAD, the music, art and digital community company in the High Street, Swansea. 

I was suprised to find how many individuals, groups and support units are involved with the youth in Wales and how diverse these are. Many involved in working with diverse and previously marginalised groups such as those who are disabled. The shift in attitudes over recent years, especially since the introduction of the Disability Discrimination Act and later the Equality Act has had an enormous impact, making disabled people welcome, showing that they are are such an important part of our communities, and often with simple adjustments they can contribute in so many ways. 

It also struck me how the word "confidence" was mentioned time and time again in passing. Being confident is probably the most important personal trait leading to a full social and working life. How many are held back because they lack confidence and are anxious. So the many groups supporting youth may not list confidence building as part of their projects but whatever they are doing in bringing young peole together and listening to them or teaching new skills all will inevitably instill increased confidence. And this in turn witl reduce anxiety and help with many mental health issues.  

The awards were  wide ranging:

Digital Innovation with two finalists  Mindscape, Tanyard Youth Project;  "Nowhere to Go", Conway Youth Service and Sarah McCradle, Cardiff Youth Service

Equality and Diversity in youth work setting with finalists ; Mixtup; STAND NW Youth Zone; Stuart Parkinson, Deaf Hub Wales

Leadership with one finalist and winner David Williams, Torfaen Youth Service.

Outstanding Youth Worker finalists Andrew Owen, Leuenctid Gwynedd Youth, Carly Powell, Caerphilly Youth Service, and Lin Brackenbury, Boys' and Girls' Clubs of Wales

Outstanding volunteer in youth work setting finalists David Stallard, Mixtup, Kieran Saunders, CCYO, Lela Patterson, Swansea MAD, and Mahieddine Dib, EYST

Welsh language youth work finalists #FelMerch, Urdd Gobaith Cymru, and GISDA,

Youth work champions finalists  Heulwen O'Callaghan, Junior Leadership Project, Hannah Lewis, The Hwb, Torfaen, Karen and Jake Henry, VibeYouth CIC, and Nick Corrigan, Media Academy Cymru.

Demonstrating excellence in partnership planning and delivery at a regional/national level finalists Inspire, Youth Work in Hospital, and Ruth Letten, CONNECT, Adoption UK

Demonstrating excellence in partnership planning and delivery at a regional level finalists Wellbeing Festival, leuenctid Gwynedd Youth, Mick Holt, Flintshire Integrated Youth Provision, and Yarn Trail, Blaenau Gwent Youth Service.

A short video was shown about each finalist and the work they did, so inspiring. The enthusiasm and commitment that was shown is reflected in the thousands of young people who have been through these projects and benefitted. 

I was a guest with Karen and Jake Henry of VibYouth, whom I nominated for an award. Not everone who attended could be the catagory winner but it was obvious that every finalist was in effect a winner to have been chosen by the judges. And as Jake told me "Looking around I realise how well we have done to be here. It is an honour to have been selected as a finalist. We just go out and do our best in schools for the young people we work with, we do it to try and enrich their lives.."

Pre-computer days when children would safely play out in the street or local parks, where youth clubs were the normal, where they can build up social skills with peers is not a bye-gone time. There are activities throughout Wales for young people of all ages and so traditions continue. Yesterday I went to watch my grandson play football against other local youth teams and saw the enjoyment he and his friends had, whether winning or losing. It was really cold with a wind blowing across the field and I stood wrapped up warm. The young players seemed oblivious to the weather and, after shaking hands with the opposing teams at the end of the matches were quickly coated and whisked away, probably for a hot chocolate drink and hot sausage roll, at least that's what we had!!

Take care and enjoy the weeks to Christmas. Your comments are appreciated. What do you think about young people today?

Mike Leahy SwanTV

 

 

   

The Swansea Community

 Hi Swantv Viewers.

Now its the beginning of December and Christmas is fast approaching. And for many this will be a time of reflection, reflecting on the past couple of years, the pandemic, the war in Ukraine, the crazy changes in government and shifting policies to bring the nation back on course again after the enormous spend out on furloughing, gas and electricity subsidies,

businesses that are floundering because of the loss of business over recent months, cost of utilities, staff shortages, stock shortages, raw material price increases, online sales competition, rent increases, to name a few obstacles.

We visited Swansea Market and talked to several traders so take a look at the video on www.swantv.com. Turkeys, the key to a good Christmas dinner for most of us but this year the bird flu has decimated the flocks. Turkey is still available but at a high price. But there are alternatives so maybe you want to be creative. Often there are about a dozen of us sitting down on Christmas Day and 3 are vegetarians so we have to have a selection. In Swansea market we saw the usual poultry plus game. There is a wide variety of cut meats, pork pies, lava bread and cockles for a true Welsh Xmas Day breakfast, local honey, marmalades and

lemoncurd, and more. watch the video. Support the local traders not just in the market but on the street too: if we don't support them during this time we might lose them. Amazon has become the choice for many but don't neglect those shops and stalls who have given such good service over the years. Loyalty seems to be slipping away and I think that's bad. 

Loss of loyalty started with the banks and insurance companies who gave new customers better terms than existing ones whom often found premiums hiked up. I feel we must look after each other now, and not just shops and their customers but in general. I read that something like 80% of bystanders will do nothing if they see someone attacked in the street or have an accident, collapse or are crying. I understand some may feel it isn't safe to take action, whilst others don't give a damn. Just think if it was you and nobody came to help you!!

So lets be loyal to local shops and businesses where we can. Lets look after each other like we used to do. Lets bring the Christmas spirit to life during December and on into the New Year. And Christmas is going to be tough for many so start talking to your elderly neighbours now, not on December 24th. Smile at others, smiles are infectious and your smile today might not just make someone feel better but they might smile at someone else and soon your single smile is echoing around the city . . . or further. And if you are struggling go to our website where there is plenty of help, no matter what your problem might be. Talk about it. click on the link here. 

Don't get stressed or anxious about Christmas preparations. It should be a time for families to be together, pulling together, sharing together.

 Mike Leahy  SwanTV

Beautiful Swansea & Gower Beaches

 Hi Swantv Viewers

Boxing Day used to be when many sat down to think about summer holidays and even book their hotels and flights. And Boxing Day is already racing towards us. It's been almost impossible over the last couple of years with the pandemic plus the difficulties with flights. But most of us are hoping that we can return to normal next year. But will that mean seeking out the sun away from the UK? I feel that many have now experienced again holidays in the UK and this year the weather has been exceptional. So will there be a divide between those travelling abroad and those staying in the UK?

We have all seen video or pictures of packed beaches, not just on the Costa del Sol but also in the UK, for example at Blackpool during the heatwaves this year. And this might be your heaven but the contrast with Swansea and Gower beaches could not be more different. 

You may enjoy being on your own square metre of sand, jostling your way into the sea,queuing for that ice-cream or, if you are out of the country, longing for a Britsh cup of tea. It might be very hot (although summers here are getting longer and hotter) and the food may be different, although I hear of visitors abroad who look for english food and beer. You may have had long delays or even cancellations at the airport or ferry.

But wouldn't it be nice to arrive refreshed after a reasonably short journey with no worry about long-term parking, being 2 hours ahead of a flight, worrying that the flight may be delayed or cancelled, sitting in a crowded plane? South Wales is just a car drive, coach or train journey away. So no passports, medical documents, no language difficulties. And if you arrive by coach or train Swansea is a waterfront city where you can walk to the beach in minutes from the city centre. For a really relaxing vacation there are buses to take you around the Gower and bikes are readily available to hire. 

There are now numerous hotels from the national chains to the more intimate private hotels where a real Welsh welcome awaits with real Welsh menus of delicious mouth watering locally produced food. And the guest houses, camp sites and caravan parks offer a huge selection of accommodation to suit every pocket.

Whether using public transport or driving, just pack up a hamper which you can make yourself if in self catering, pick up sandwiches, prepared salads and drinks and off you go. Find a quiet beach ( and there are many) park up and spend a family day. Don't want to take a hamper? There are many places to eat, great  restaurants and pubs serving delicious food made with local produce.

And the beaches! You want some fun as a couple or family or just alone. There are desserted beaches, vast arrays of soft golden sand and clear safe water. Many beaches have top awards for clean water and litter free. The catch? It's simple, many beaches are a short walk from parking and for many that's more than enough. But isn't it worth a 5 minute walk to be in such a haven!

It is becoming more common to have a number of shorter breaks too. So coming to Swansea for 3-4 days plus a weekend a few times might be a good way to make the most of the more days we all have from work now. For the holiday maker there is so much to see and do here from sitting on the beach, walking around the marina or cliff-top routes, seeing local cheeses, chocolate, pastries and other specialities being produced, visiting the many castles and other heritage sites, having a Joe's ice-cream or being in Wales's largest indoor market (and voted best indoor market in the British Isles) and tasting local cockles or a pastry. Joe's ice-cream is iconic and known across the globe, and once tasted never forgotten. There's also the Heritage Centre, archery, horse-riding and many other activities to enjoy.

And for entertainment there are the usual cinemas and don't forget the Grand theatre with it's varied productions, the Little Theatre and Taliesen Theatre on the Singleton University campus. And now the new Arena with a great line-up of shows. There are art galleries and museums. 

Swansea, the waterfront city offers so much. And because the city has a small foot-print you don't need a car, walking anywhere from the beach, marina or city centre is just a stone's throw. And now with the network of cycle pathways and the ease of hiring bikes you can enjoy a relaxed time.

So if you live locally explore those places you've not visited before or try those activities for new experiences. If you live away why not make Swansea a holiday destination next year. We'd love to see you.

ref: 

https://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/trip-advisor-swansea-things-to-21468028 

 https://www.visitswanseabay.com/

 

 

Cost of Living Crisis

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The cost of living is rising at an alarming rate that I cannot see how a new government team can stem the on-rushing tide of inflation and ease the burden on everyone, and in particular those with smaller incomes. Pensioners on fixed incomes who cannot increase that through working extra hours or often re-entering employment. Many have taken up work again either as full or part-time but this is not easy. As you get older you it takes more effort and more rest so that working even 4 hours can leave you ready to sleep. Those on low incomes and claiming Universal Credit can be trapped too. They may find that if they work longer hours then their universal credit payments decrease more than the increase in wages, so some may decide to continue with the status quo. 

And the government is now hanging fire on the announcement about pension and credit increases. Will the pensions triple lock increase be given or the government election promise be broken for a second year? Will universal credits be raised in line with inflation or a lower amount? And now the financial budget has been put back another three weeks so that millions are left in limbo wondering what their income will be in coming months.   

Contrast this to government and local authority pensions. All of these will increase with the rate of inflation. Nobody is making a comparison here. This increase appears to be under the radar. Should this contrast be allowed to continue in view of the fact that we are all paying for this increase in our taxes and council tax (the local authourity pays two thirds of the pension costs) when pensioners and those in receipt of Universal Credits are in the dark about the size of any increases?

So this leaves many families struggling. There are now on total more than 20 Food Banks or Food Shares in Swansea, and I find thgis unbelievable in the UK in 2022, it's almost as if we are a third world country! So what can we do? 

We have had 3 Prime Ministers in as many months and have become a world-wide laughting stock. Will this now settle down and we can start to grow again? Can our education system produce more scientists, linguists, doctors? More practical skills such as carpentry, domestic science? More life skills that will make life easier post-school, money matters, etiquette, job interview techniques, entrepreneurism? Apprenticeships are as important as a university degree, many skills are being lost! Can we believe in the current government or should we have a General Election because the trust has gone or the mandate that Boris Johnson won upon has changed with a new PM? Would the Labour Party have sufficient experienced MPs to be in the Cabinet? There are so many questions unanswered. So what should we do?

Food prices have rocketed in just a few brief months so that even basic dishes are becoming expensive, and ingedients such as milk, cooking oil, pasta, tea and most other essentials are sky-rocketing. You can cut back and go to own products and cheaper stores but it isn't helping right now. Gas And electricity may be pegged in price for a few months but the figure bandied around is an average one and for many people the cost will be much higher. Older people who need to keep warm and feed are finding it impossible and we hear distressing storiues daily. So what can we do?

Do you have an answer to any of these questions? Do you have a money saving idea? What are your views? Let us know. 

Mike Leahy  SwanTV

 

Low Cost Practical Inner City Travel

 Hi SwanTV Viewers

Sometimes the whackiest of ideas spawns a solution to a problem.

I've talked to many older and disabled people recently about the difficulties of getting around the city centre. Swansea is a compact city, and for most people walking from one side to the other of the city centre takes 10-15 minutes maximum, so quite accessible. But it takes longer from the railway station which so,me what isolated. And walking from the bus station can be quite a challenge for some.

The new Council Community Hub that is rising out of the old BHS store is central. Now this is a good thing, easy to get to for able-bodied people. But it is a challenge for many older and disabled people. I know from experience leading up to my bypass surgery how breathless I found any walk of more that 50 metres, and exhausting too. 

The obvious answer, well obvious to me at least, is to see if it is practical to run a land-train from the bus station, along Oxford Street, down Orchard Street to the railway station, turning round and running the route back again picking up and dropping of along the route but in particular along Oxford Street. This would encourage more people to shop there and make access to the new Council Community Hub easier. 

Run as either a free service or simple £1 fare. This could be collected as cash, through an app or with passengers purchasing a bulk ticket of say 5 or 10 journeys from the bus or rail station. I'm sure that the uptake would be sufficient to cover costs and would be a really beneficial service to the whole community.

Obviously there are many points to consider and some opposition but I feel a forward looking Local Authority would look at this proposition as a serious solution to the mobility problems for some people. And there would be no need to make provision for wheelchair users, so no expensive adaptations to carriages.

What are your views? Is this a good idea that will help many people and bring more business to shops in the city centre? You can comment here or send a video clip of your views to ask@swantv.com.

Mike Leahy  SwanTV

 

 

FREE Energy & Money Saving Stickers

 Hi SwanTV Viewer

SWITCH OFF!  That's not what you want to read on the first line of a blog!! No, I mean switch off lights when you don't need them. And we have FREE labels coming in a few days.

The UK government and utilities companies are talking about power cuts. And they are asking us to save electicity where we can over the winter months. As an ex-boy scout I remember their motto "Be prepared".

I remember vividly the power cuts in 1974. I was working in London and driving throughout Central, North and West London seeing customers. Those were the days when face to face meetings were normal and you could build up firm business relationships, knowing and trusting each other. This was before Zoom calls or even mobile phones. In fact to contact the office I had to find a public call box and insert money to speak and they contacted me by my pager which just bleeped to tell me to call them!!

The power cuts brought chaos in many ways to business. Some were unable to operate at all, such as restaurants where ovens and hobs couldn't be lit, many factories where machinery stood still, banks where newish computers stopped and customers accounts were suddenly not on screen. And one of the most difficult things then for me was driving through black street, sometimes unable to clearly make out kerbs (headlights were not as powerful as

todays). And in particular I remember driving through side roads in Kilburn which were badly pot-holed and I was unable to see some, so I bumped along, slowly. I see that they have tried removing traffic lights in the Netherlands and it is working well, speeding up traffic. But I remember the nightmare in London at night with no traffic lights.

But of course there were benefits for some businesses and opportunities for others. The company I worked for had offices and camping shops in Dublin. I remember we hired a 3.5 ton lorry and I drove to Liverpool, across to Dublin and the warehouse. Here we filled up with gaz lights and canisters to take back to London. It was winter time and the seas were often choppy. I found that my lorry was stowed on deck, rather than with the other freight lorries below decks. This was so that my vehicle could be cut loose and ditched overboard if there was a problem. Just imagine a load of gaz cylinders exploding on board a ferry!! I arrived back in London and the banks were lining up with cash to collect and take. I think this was one of the few times when the banks paid in advance.

But now everything depends on electricity. A power cut will mean none of these: lights, kettle boiling away, recharging mobiles and laptops, stair-lifts, microwaves, recharging electric vehicles, even putting fule in a petrol driven vehicle. So maybe prepare now. Some very basic things are camping Gaz lights and single burner cookers are inexpensive and can easy to use for continuous light and heating a saucepan, certainly a supply of  tea candles, keep mobiles charged and possibly get a power pack. Keep fuel topped up, at least sufficient for any emergency journey, make sure freezers and fridge doors stay closed. They say a full freezer will stay colder longer but certainly they will be ok without power for 4 hours. And have some exra layers of clothes handy because there will be no central heating for most.

But back to NOW! There are  some small things we can do with the dark nights here with a vengence. One is to switch off lights that are not in use. I know I often leave lights burning unneccessarily. It's too easy. Now one or two lights burning isn't going to make a huge difference to you or I short term but there is a saving long term. But far more important is that if we all switched of lights when we finish then overall there will be a big saving and it will help with reducing power cuts. So SwanTV have launched their "SWITCH OFF" campaign and are offering free labels for you to use.

These will be available from 20th October free of charge. Just become a supporter on Patreon click here https://www.patreon.com/swantv/membership and we'll send you a dozen plus other benefits you'll see there. We are looking for pick-up points too, where you can get these useful labels free in Swansea so watch this space.

And please keep an eye out for frail, old and disabled neighbours who might need a friendly hand. Talk to them now rather than leave till a power cut happens.  

Stay safe. Prepare with SwanTV. Get your FREE stickers now.

Mike Leahy  SwanTV

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SwanTV On A Shoot

 Hi Swantv Viewer

We haven't got our own studio at the moment but hope to organise one soon. In the meanwhile we are begging and borrowing where we can and shooting interviews in cafes, outside (weather and background sounds permitting) and on the street. And this can create unexpected difficulties.

We were shooting an interview and I had arranged to use inside a theatre reception area but when we set up I could here the refridgeration equipment humming loudly so that was no good.

We moved outside a cafe/restaurant at the Marina. So far so good. No loud background noises and the wind was relatively low. When we use lapel mics it is suprising how sound can be tolerated, I guess the mic is just pointing to the person's mouth and is very near. So we are half way though when suddenly the cafe turns on its music and there are loudspeakers fixed to the outside wall, just above our heads. That was really terrible but they kindly switched the music off when I asked them, unitl we had finished. 

But you never know what life is going to throw at you. A group of students on a sight seeing walk with a tutor passed by. Now you know how boistrous students can be so we stopped whilst they passed. Then a dog started barking! 

Now this was exceptional but it showed me how urgent it is to find a studio. Luckily technology has come to our rescue. Cameras used to run on cellulose film on a roll and the professionals used a 35mm format so cameras were bulky to carry the film cassettes. Editing was very manual, you actually ran the film through an editor and cut it physically before sticking it together again with either a special glue or a sticky tape. Effects were difficult to add after filming and so different filters were use. I can rememeber watching a friend film a ghost film and he had to rewind the film in the camera in the dark and run it again, being careful to get to the correct spot to record again. And sound was recorded separately. That is why a clapper board was used. It was banged closed and this was visible on the film and could be heard on the recording so the two could be married up. Time consuming and you needed to be skillful to do it successfully.

.I used a smaller format, a Bolex 8mm although 16mm formats were available. This film was very small and editing was time consuming and tiring. I remember filming with the Bolex in about 1959 as you can see from the clip here. No sound as it was too difficult to record sound outdoors. This clip has deteriorated in the last 60 years but I've digitalised it now so degregation should stop. This clip is interesting showing the personal service given at a petrol station when the attendant came out and filled your tank for you, the village was serviced by a small shop but also trademen from the local town brought out pre-ordered groceries and other supplies (a bit before supermarket deliveries that we all know today). And the coach took us to the local town on a Saturday which was the weekly market day.

I belonged to an amateur film club in Muswell Hill, London and we watched films, had talks from any professional film makers we could persuade to come along and we made films. This photo was of me directing a film scene in a pub, once again using a Bolex camera. THe lights were essential then as without them the film would be so dark. These lights gave out very bright illumination and the bulbs got extremely hot. You could only run then for about 20 minutes, and you'd see smoke coming off the shades. I was about 29 when this photo was taken and most of the members in the club were very experience. I look confident here but it was bravado and a steep learning curve!!!!

I made a 15 minute film about the London Fire Brigade and spent several weekends at the Tottenham fire station where I lived. I climbed buildings and the extended ladder during training sessions in the station yard and went though a smoke filled building with breathing wearing apparatus, what an experience. I was instruced by the Head Office that I could not travel on appliances but this proved difficult so the station governor gave me a uniform and I rode with them capturing some exciting footage. One day I saw smoke in the distance and heard on the radio that Alexandra Palace was burning. I sped there and luckily had my camera in the boot of the car. I was fortunate to get some stunning footage of the building aflame. Such a shame for a historic building. I believe the first BBC TV programmes were transmitted from there. 

Then film making moved to VHS cassettes and then a smaller version but the cameras were still bulky and editing slow. Back in the eighties I remember taking a bulky camera to Florida to capture our time at Disneyland. The camera was huge and held on my shoulder as I filmed. The smaller cassette helped a little.

Now we use DSLR cameras that were previously just used for straight photography. They produce stunning quality 4K video and are small and easy to use. Lighting is not so critical. And a big plus is that costs have plummeted. In addition wnen I interview my guests are not so intimidated as with a large camera and outdoor you can be quite discrete, nobody realises you are capturing movie material. Incidentally you can film anyone in public areas without fear. It is only on private property or if you are focussing on an individual unneccesarily that you

might run into problems.  Sound is incorporated and effects can be added when filming or afterwards when editing. Lighting is now generally LED which uses less power and is cold to touch.

And finally you can use your smartphone to produce stunning high quality footage with sound at the press of a button. Everything is automatic. So if you have any news stories or a point of view send us a clip today, landscape and not portrait. So sideways not vertical. We want to hear from you. 

Send any clips to ask@swantv.com or email and we will contact you, give you contact number, name and a sentence about what you have to say.

Watch www.swantv.com for everything local. We are actively looking for content.

Mike Leahy SwanTV 

ps. Don't forget we are looking for a small studio space,needs to be quiet and at least the size of a lage double garage, power is esential. Thanks

 

Welcome to SwanTV

 Hi SwanTV Viewer

 

Thanks for reading this first post on SwanTV, the online TV station covering everything local in and around Swansea Bay. Our aim is to make this the place you come to for local news, events and people. 

 

Smartphones are now in everybody's pocket so this seems the natural time to re-launch. National TV doesn't cover what is happening in Swansea but we will. National TV doesn't tell you about forthcoming events but we will. And our programmes will not be broken up by adverts. Any adverts or sponsorship will be mentioned at the beginning or end of a show and last no more than 90 seconds. 

We are building several channels and one of the first will be a "Lets Live" show, and that is a provisional title but it will be showing you how to live better for less with cookery, gardening and money saving tips and tricks. 

The cooking segment will concentrate on creating simple but tasty meals using basic ingredients and essential utensils for families and for people living alone. Each dish will be easy and fast to prepare. Essential utensils are those that should be in every kitchen and we will show these and describe how they are used. Basic ingredients will be vegetables that can be bought anywhere and items from your store-cupboard such as a limited range of spices and herbs, sauces and those standards - such as flour, sugar, butter or spread, pasta, rice, eggs, chicken (unless you are vegetarian of course) and some living herbs that you can griow on your windowsill. We will show you in the studio and have a panel of guests who will sample each dish and tell you how much they enjoyed. We'll also include the recipes with ingredients and know-how.

There will be gardening too. So whether you grow on a window sill, your patio or a small patch in your garden we have the answers. Gardening is simple and once you have planted your seeds or plants then it's usually just watering. And you'll produce some tasty vegetables that are full of nurishment and cheap. When you garden you will probably get caught up in the moment: gardening is really good if you are anxious, depressed, lonely or just not feeling yourself. Try some of our ideas and see for yourself. There are allotments you can rent from the Local Council but unfortunately there is usually a long waiting list, so sign up now. And there are community gardens where you can be a volunteer and also buy produce. Ask in your area.

Money saving tips and tricks is something very important in our current economic climate so watch our for that.  And if you have a tip we can use then tell us about it, everybody loves a quick tip to save money. 

We want SwanTV to be the place to go for everything local to Swansea, A local community. So plewase watch the station on your smartphone, laptop or other device. And if you have ideas or want to be involved then e-mail us at ask@swantv.com.

Thanks for reading this blog. Stay safe.

Mike Leahy Managing Director Swantv