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0:00:17 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Thursday's Heno - on a very sad day in Wales...
0:00:22 > 0:00:25- ..when news broke of the passing...
0:00:25 > 0:00:29- ..of the former First Minister - of Wales, Rhodri Morgan.
0:00:29 > 0:00:33- Over the coming 30 minutes...
0:00:33 > 0:00:38- ..we pay tribute to Mr Morgan, - or Rhodri as he was known.
0:00:41 > 0:00:44- He was a good and proud Welshman.
0:00:44 > 0:00:46- He was always full of enthusiasm.
0:00:46 > 0:00:51- He was a Welshman to the core - but also a citizen of the world.
0:00:51 > 0:00:55- Everyone in Wales - feels this loss today.
0:00:55 > 0:01:01- My guest is Roy Thomas, - the chief executive of Kidney Wales.
0:01:03 > 0:01:07- You've just completed a mammoth trek - around the whole of Wales...
0:01:07 > 0:01:10- ..and Rhodri - was one of your ambassadors.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- Yes, that's right.
0:01:14 > 0:01:17- He was very important - to the work of Kidney Wales.
0:01:17 > 0:01:22- It's very sad news.
0:01:22 > 0:01:24- He was very supportive of the - charity.
0:01:25 > 0:01:27- Tonight, we also visit Anglesey...
0:01:27 > 0:01:31- ..where Gerallt is focusing - on the museums of the island.
0:01:32 > 0:01:35- It's International Museum Day.
0:01:35 > 0:01:39- Tonight, I'm in The Anglesey - Transport Museum : Tacla Taid.
0:01:39 > 0:01:44- These cars are in better shape now - than when they left the factory.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- Where has Mari Grug been today?
0:01:48 > 0:01:52- I've come to North Pembrokeshire to - my childhood home of Mynachlog-ddu.
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- By the end of today, I hope to have - learnt more about my birthplace.
0:02:04 > 0:02:07- We start with the sad news...
0:02:07 > 0:02:11- ..of the passing of the former First - Minister of Wales, Rhodri Morgan...
0:02:12 > 0:02:15- ..at the age of 77.
0:02:15 > 0:02:18- He was born and raised in Cardiff...
0:02:18 > 0:02:23- ..and was the Labour MP for - Cardiff West in the 1980s and 1990s.
0:02:23 > 0:02:27- Following devolution, he became - the AM for the same constituency...
0:02:27 > 0:02:31- ..and was made - First Minister of Wales in 2000.
0:02:31 > 0:02:37- He led two coalition governments in - Cardiff Bay before retiring in 2009.
0:02:37 > 0:02:42- Tributes have been paid by - politicians from all parties...
0:02:43 > 0:02:46- ..and friends from across Wales.
0:02:46 > 0:02:51- Rhodri Morgan was one of the most - capable and popular politicians...
0:02:51 > 0:02:55- ..who will also be remembered - for his warm and unique personality.
0:03:15 > 0:03:20- It's a very sad day in Wales as - the nation has lost a special man.
0:03:22 > 0:03:26- We've lost a very wise - and acute politician.
0:03:26 > 0:03:31- But we've also lost a good Welshman - who was proud to be Welsh.
0:03:36 > 0:03:40- I had the pleasure of working - alongside him in Westminster.
0:03:40 > 0:03:44- I'd try to keep up with him - when we went out jogging...
0:03:44 > 0:03:50- ..but he was taller than me and had - longer legs and didn't stop talking!
0:03:50 > 0:03:54- He was very distinctive - in that sense.
0:03:57 > 0:04:00- I've known Rhodri - for almost 50 years.
0:04:01 > 0:04:07- I first met him at a rugby match - at the Old Arcade in Cardiff.
0:04:07 > 0:04:13- I classed him as a friend and unique - and someone I'll never forget...
0:04:13 > 0:04:17- ..as he was a Welshman to the core..
0:04:17 > 0:04:23- ..a staunch member of the Labour - Party and a citizen of the world.
0:04:26 > 0:04:29- APPLAUSE
0:04:30 > 0:04:36- He looked like a real character - with a unique hairstyle.
0:04:36 > 0:04:42- He was very authoritative - when speaking but not frightening...
0:04:43 > 0:04:49- ..because he could also be gentle - and friendly when in a pub or cafe.
0:04:52 > 0:04:57- He always put people at their ease.
0:04:58 > 0:04:59- WHISTLE
0:05:02 > 0:05:06- Rhodri Morgan - had a tough time at one point.
0:05:06 > 0:05:10- He was a strong supporter - for the devolution of Wales...
0:05:10 > 0:05:16- ..but was overlooked twice for the - role of First Minister of Wales...
0:05:16 > 0:05:20- ..but it was a case - of third time lucky...
0:05:20 > 0:05:25- ..and he became a leader who set - firm foundations for our Assembly.
0:05:27 > 0:05:33- I was honoured to be the Presiding - Officer at the National Assembly...
0:05:33 > 0:05:36- ..whilst he was the - First Minister of Wales.
0:05:36 > 0:05:41- I can say with my hand on my heart - that we never had a crossed word.
0:05:42 > 0:05:46- He knew that the principles - of democracy had to work everywhere.
0:05:46 > 0:05:51- I'm so grateful for that - as if it had been anyone else....
0:05:51 > 0:05:56- ..who didn't grasp the importance of - a democratic government for Wales...
0:05:56 > 0:05:58- ..then we wouldn't be here today.
0:05:59 > 0:06:05- I last saw him in the Senedd at a - constitutional committee meeting.
0:06:05 > 0:06:09- He was as enthusiastic that day - as he was on the day we first met.
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- He had many interests - including music and rugby.
0:06:18 > 0:06:23- His articles in the Western Mail - were heart-warming for Wales' teams.
0:06:23 > 0:06:27- He loved gardening - and every aspect of life in Wales.
0:06:28 > 0:06:33- He enjoyed visiting Cardigan - and Mwnt but also loved his home.
0:06:34 > 0:06:37- One, two, three!
0:06:38 > 0:06:40- Have you enjoyed your day?
0:06:40 > 0:06:43- Yes, it's been wonderful.
0:06:48 > 0:06:52- My tribute - is to a great man and Welshman...
0:06:53 > 0:06:56- ..a very wise and acute politician.
0:06:56 > 0:07:00- His family has lost a father - and brother and loving husband...
0:07:01 > 0:07:04- ..but everyone in Wales - feels this loss today.
0:07:17 > 0:07:21- We send our condolences - to Rhodri's widow, Julie Morgan...
0:07:22 > 0:07:25- ..their children and all the family.
0:07:25 > 0:07:27- My studio guest is Roy Thomas...
0:07:28 > 0:07:32- ..the chief executive - of the charity, Kidney Wales.
0:07:32 > 0:07:37- Roy has been remembering the times - when he worked alongside Rhodri...
0:07:37 > 0:07:42- ..because Rhodri Morgan supported - the charity for many years.
0:07:49 > 0:07:53- We've been chatting - about the sad news.
0:07:53 > 0:07:59- He was a giant of a man.
0:08:03 > 0:08:09- I want to pay tribute - for his work for Wales...
0:08:11 > 0:08:17- ..and for our charity.
0:08:20 > 0:08:26- We've also had the law - for organ donation.
0:08:26 > 0:08:32- He was a very intelligent man.
0:08:34 > 0:08:40- He was the sort of man - who could chat with anyone.
0:08:45 > 0:08:51- He could share a pint with anyone...
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- ..and was always seen across Wales.
0:08:57 > 0:09:02- Kidney Wales is celebrating - its 50th anniversary.
0:09:02 > 0:09:07- He always came to our suppers.
0:09:07 > 0:09:11- Julie was also with him.
0:09:11 > 0:09:17- We send our thoughts to Julie.
0:09:17 > 0:09:19- They always supported each other.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- Kidney Wales recently completed - a special sponsored walk...
0:09:25 > 0:09:27- ..around the whole of Wales.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31- Yes, that's right.
0:09:32 > 0:09:36- We started on 18 April...
0:09:56 > 0:10:02- We went to all the dialysis units - across Wales.
0:10:02 > 0:10:08- We did 470 miles!
0:10:08 > 0:10:13- It was something - that we had to do...
0:10:14 > 0:10:20- ..for this 50th anniversary.
0:10:20 > 0:10:26- The charity is in a good place - at the moment.
0:10:29 > 0:10:34- We want to establish - a new respite centre...
0:10:34 > 0:10:40- ..for those people who are patients.
0:10:43 > 0:10:49- Some of them have to go through - three or four sessions a week.
0:10:52 > 0:10:58- We've raised about 1 million.
0:10:58 > 0:11:04- We need 4 million for a centre.
0:11:10 > 0:11:16- Rhodri was the sort of man we could - consult for advice.
0:11:19 > 0:11:25- There's some people in the National - Assembly...
0:11:25 > 0:11:28- ..who we can turn to for support.
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- Next, we head to Anglesey and - Newborough to join Gerallt Pennant.
0:11:32 > 0:11:33- Good evening, Gerallt.
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- Good evening to you, Llinos.
0:11:36 > 0:11:40- It's International Museum Day.
0:11:40 > 0:11:45- Tonight, I'm in The Anglesey - Transport Museum : Tacla Taid.
0:11:45 > 0:11:47- This place is a paradise - for car fans.
0:11:48 > 0:11:52- Earlier, I heard of a scheme - called Anglesey Treasures Museum.
0:11:52 > 0:11:56- We're sat in front of a roaring fire - whilst the sun is shining.
0:11:57 > 0:12:03- The fire was important in places - like Swtan Cottage 200 years ago.
0:12:04 > 0:12:09- It was used for heating, cooking - and living so we had to have it.
0:12:09 > 0:12:14- This must be the last - thatched cottage on Anglesey.
0:12:14 > 0:12:19- It's the last one on Anglesey - with this type of roof.
0:12:19 > 0:12:24- What do you offer for those - who visit this small museum?
0:12:24 > 0:12:30- The kitchen contains old furniture - and shows their way of life.
0:12:31 > 0:12:37- The sheds contain the tools - for working the land and garden.
0:12:40 > 0:12:45- The visitors love it.
0:12:45 > 0:12:50- Yes, and they often come back.
0:12:50 > 0:12:56- Today, my friends and I - are walking the Wales Coast Path.
0:12:56 > 0:12:59- I'm proud to show them - the Swtan Cottage.
0:13:00 > 0:13:05- I'm from Anglesey and am delighted - that they restored the cottage.
0:13:05 > 0:13:08- It's wonderful on a glorious day.
0:13:09 > 0:13:15- It reminds me of my grandparents' - home who lived in Pembrokeshire.
0:13:16 > 0:13:19- It's great to be here - on such a beautiful day.
0:13:20 > 0:13:24- Thursday is market day in Llangefni.
0:13:24 > 0:13:29- The usual stalls are joined - by the Anglesey Treasures Museum.
0:13:31 > 0:13:34- We've got a pop up museum - in Llangefni today.
0:13:35 > 0:13:39- The people of Anglesey have been - asked to find antiques at home...
0:13:39 > 0:13:43- ..that can be brought - to these events.
0:13:44 > 0:13:48- The first is on Saturday - at the Vintage Rally on Anglesey.
0:13:49 > 0:13:54- There are others in Holyhead, - Cemaes and Llangefni Carnival.
0:13:54 > 0:13:58- People should search their homes - and bring their items to be valued.
0:14:01 > 0:14:07- As a valuer, what's the difference - between price and value?
0:14:08 > 0:14:12- The brick you're holding - is from Cemaes on Anglesey...
0:14:12 > 0:14:16- ..and conjures up an image - of the past.
0:14:16 > 0:14:20- These bricks are important.
0:14:20 > 0:14:26- These are interesting events - for a valuer.
0:14:26 > 0:14:32- Yes, it's great to meet people, see - their items and learn the history.
0:14:33 > 0:14:39- You're encouraging people - to come and show you their items.
0:14:40 > 0:14:46- Make sure you support - the Anglesey Treasures Museum.
0:14:51 > 0:14:54- They are on the Anglesey Showground - on Saturday.
0:14:54 > 0:14:57- I'm now joined by Arfon Williams...
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- ..the owner of the Tacla Taid - Anglesey Transport Museum.
0:15:02 > 0:15:05- How did you start this museum?
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- This is my father's car.
0:15:09 > 0:15:15- It's where it all started.
0:15:18 > 0:15:20- This was from the programme, Z Cars.
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- How many cars do you have?
0:15:31 > 0:15:35- There are also tractors and - motorbikes.
0:15:36 > 0:15:38- How many people come here?
0:15:39 > 0:15:42- Last year, we had 16,000 visitors.
0:15:42 > 0:15:48- Sarah Williams-Davies is the manager - of the cafe.
0:15:50 > 0:15:54- These old cars don't gather dust!
0:15:54 > 0:16:00- No, they are used.
0:16:05 > 0:16:09- It's great to take them along - the roads of Anglesey.
0:16:09 > 0:16:12- These cars have character.
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- They are full of character.
0:16:16 > 0:16:20- It helps to learn about their - brakes!
0:16:20 > 0:16:22- It's been a great day.
0:16:22 > 0:16:23- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:16:24 > 0:16:25- It's time for a short break.
0:16:25 > 0:16:29- Today marks the day the Urdd shares - its Peace and Goodwill Message.
0:16:29 > 0:16:32- It's been translated - into 17 different languages.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- We'll help the Urdd to spread - its message around the world.
0:16:36 > 0:16:40- After the break, we'll learn - more about North Pembrokeshire...
0:16:40 > 0:16:46- ..with Dyfed Elis-Gruffydd who wrote - Y Preselau: Gwlad Hud a Lledrith.
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0:16:56 > 0:16:58- Subtitles
0:17:01 > 0:17:03- Welcome back.
0:17:03 > 0:17:07- Today marks the day the Urdd shares - its Peace and Goodwill Message.
0:17:07 > 0:17:11- The first message - was delivered in 1922...
0:17:11 > 0:17:15- ..but appears in video format - for the first time this year.
0:17:16 > 0:17:18- The message has been translated - into 17 languages...
0:17:19 > 0:17:23- ..and it's hoped that it reaches - the four corners of the globe...
0:17:23 > 0:17:25- ..as young people - share it on social media.
0:17:26 > 0:17:29- The National Youth Forum - and Bwrdd Syr IfanC present...
0:17:29 > 0:17:31- ..the 2017 Peace - and Goodwill Message.
0:17:31 > 0:17:37- The Peace and Goodwill Message 2017 - from the Young People of Wales.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- We invite young people - across the world to join with us...
0:17:43 > 0:17:46- ..in our call for equality - for young people.
0:17:48 > 0:17:50- We wish to receive equality:
0:17:50 > 0:17:53- In our education opportunities...
0:17:53 > 0:17:56- ..in our freedom to live - according to our sexuality...
0:17:56 > 0:17:59- ..when dealing - with our disabilities...
0:17:59 > 0:18:01- ..in our life choices - and opportunities...
0:18:02 > 0:18:04- ..in our rights - to use our own language...
0:18:04 > 0:18:08- ..when tackling racism - and in our freedom of religion.
0:18:08 > 0:18:11- Without equality - and recognition of our rights...
0:18:12 > 0:18:16- ..others see us - in a different light.
0:18:16 > 0:18:19- We call for our voice to be heard.
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- We wish that our voice is respected.
0:18:22 > 0:18:26- We call for the right for all of us - to express our opinions...
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- ..and for young people - to have a vote...
0:18:28 > 0:18:33- ..asking others to speak with us - before speaking on our behalf.
0:18:34 > 0:18:38- We do not have all the answers, - we have our weaknesses...
0:18:38 > 0:18:43- ..and we acknowledge them - so that we can keep on learning.
0:18:43 > 0:18:46- We need to receive - the correct information.
0:18:46 > 0:18:52- We need to be educated on social, - political and international matters.
0:18:53 > 0:18:59- By encouragement, not enforcement, - we are able to influence others.
0:19:00 > 0:19:03- Together, we can raise - standards within our communities...
0:19:04 > 0:19:07- ..for the generations of today...
0:19:08 > 0:19:13- ..ensuring that equality is at the - heart of decisions for the future.
0:19:17 > 0:19:20- That was a very important message.
0:19:21 > 0:19:24- Our next stop is - the Preselis in Pembrokeshire.
0:19:25 > 0:19:28- The area has inspired many - of our poets, artists and writers.
0:19:29 > 0:19:35- The geologist, Dyfed Elis-Gruffydd - has documented its past in a book.
0:19:35 > 0:19:40- Y Preselau: Gwlad Hud a Lledrith - raises a few questions and concerns.
0:19:46 > 0:19:51- Why did you decide - to write this book now?
0:19:51 > 0:19:56- Nobody else had written about it.
0:19:57 > 0:20:03- These hills possess - numerous unscientific theories.
0:20:07 > 0:20:11- I was eager to expose the truth.
0:20:12 > 0:20:18- I retraced my footing - around the Preselis.
0:20:23 > 0:20:28- I became familiar with this area - back in 1973 when I settled here.
0:20:29 > 0:20:35- The volume raises a few questions - and examines the facts and fiction.
0:20:36 > 0:20:42- It's claimed that 80 stones were - taken from Carn Meini to Salisbury.
0:20:46 > 0:20:51- However, only 40 stones - are on display in Stonehenge.
0:20:51 > 0:20:57- People believe - the figure was eighty.
0:20:57 > 0:21:02- It's a misconception or lie - that needs to be corrected.
0:21:02 > 0:21:08- You can't publish a book about the - Preselis without mentioning Waldo.
0:21:10 > 0:21:16- We're grateful to Waldo and others - for campaigning in the late 1940s.
0:21:19 > 0:21:22- They fought against the idea of - a firing range on the Preselis.
0:21:23 > 0:21:27- If it'd gone ahead, - we wouldn't be sitting here now.
0:21:28 > 0:21:32- And I don't think I'd have been born - in Mynachlog-ddu if it had happened.
0:21:35 > 0:21:41- The area has inspired many artists - and a handful feature in your book.
0:21:44 > 0:21:50- Wyn Owens hails from Mynachlog-ddu - and has produced fascinating work.
0:21:52 > 0:21:58- He captures the essence of the area.
0:21:58 > 0:22:04- Iwan Dafis successfully captures the - area's unique sunlight in paintings.
0:22:08 > 0:22:12- Waldo also refers to this sunlight.
0:22:13 > 0:22:19- These artists are Preseli natives - and were born and raised locally.
0:22:21 > 0:22:27- They possess an exceptional - understanding of this area.
0:22:28 > 0:22:32- Many thanks for compiling this - comprehensive and enthralling book.
0:22:32 > 0:22:35- I'm a local girl - and it's a real insight.
0:22:35 > 0:22:37- I'm delighted to hear that.
0:22:37 > 0:22:40- Thank you.
0:22:43 > 0:22:47- It sounds like an interesting book!
0:22:47 > 0:22:51- The chief executive of Kidney Wales, - Roy Thomas has been my studio guest.
0:22:52 > 0:22:56- The charity is celebrating 50 years.
0:22:56 > 0:23:02- You've just completed a sponsored - walk around the whole of Wales.
0:23:06 > 0:23:09- It was 470 miles.
0:23:09 > 0:23:15- How are your legs?
0:23:20 > 0:23:24- The feeling is starting - to come back!
0:23:24 > 0:23:28- You received a wonderful welcome.
0:23:28 > 0:23:32- We had a great welcome - at all the sites across Wales.
0:23:33 > 0:23:38- We were lucky with the weather.
0:23:39 > 0:23:45- We have a dinner on Saturday night - in Cardiff.
0:23:48 > 0:23:54- Shane Williams hosts an Indian meal - in Sunday.
0:23:55 > 0:23:59- There's a lot of other events.
0:23:59 > 0:24:03- People are willing to offer help.
0:24:03 > 0:24:06- Visit our website for details.
0:24:06 > 0:24:09- That's all for tonight - on a day we paid tribute...
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- ..to the former First Minister - of Wales, Rhodri Morgan.
0:24:12 > 0:24:15- Our thoughts are with his family - and all who knew him.
0:24:16 > 0:24:20- Thanks to everyone who shared their - memories of Rhodri with us tonight.
0:24:20 > 0:24:26- S4C broadcasts a special programme - about Rhodri Morgan at 9.30pm.
0:24:27 > 0:24:33- It's goodnight from me, Roy and the - Thursday night team from Llanelli.
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