12/12/2011 BBC Wales Today

Your veto in Euro puts Welsh business on the backfoot - Carwyn's

message to Cameron. There is a threat to that market endured jobs

are at risk. Also tonight:Young mother, Emma Louise Jones stabbed

in Pen Y Groes - a 23 year old woman is charged with her murder.

At long last, the go ahead to double the size of the Children's

Hospital for Wales several years later than planned, And that's us,

somewhere under there, there's more Who is going to be crowned your

Good evening. Jobs could go up in the solar panel industry in Wales.

That is the warning that follows the cut in the amount of money paid

to home owners for producing electricity. There is an estimated

25,000 jobs installing solar panels across Britain bet from today, the

feed-in tariffs system is halved from 43 pence per kilowatt hour to

-- kilowatt hour to 21p. Two companies that are benefiting

from the solar Bloom. -- boom. Both companies have been working hard to

install as many panels as possible before last night's deadline. Now

they say that boom is over and the UK Government's decision to reduce

the rate paid for solar power means they would be able to recruit and

may have to lay off staff. We have been given six weeks nates --

notice to change our plan. We has millions of businesses lined up and

we have lost that overnight. There is no disagreement there but

the way things are handled and the timing, it really does have the

impact of making the industry struggle which is unusual when it

is a time where we should be creating jobs. The UK Government

argues the payments on offer for producing electricity from solar

panels have been generous and with a technology getting cheaper, it

claims there will still be enough for the financial incentive for

homeowners and businesses to carry on investing in solar panels.

because the cost of technology has come down, they are getting a good

return. There will -- that was unaffordable and it has to change.

There is evidence that the incentives have worked. As well as

jobs, installing several panels, Wills has a big stake in a

manufacturer. This factory near Wrexham pays 500 -- employers 500

people to make the panels. There are concerns over the tariff and

the impact it could have on industry. The forecast is less

bright from today onwards. Even with the tariff Haft, Sola still

pays twice the current household Let us talk to Stuart Pocock from

the Solar Trade Association. How many jobs could be lost across your

industry following the incentive cut today? We have conducted a

survey of our members active in Sola and the feedback from that is

that to 42% of the jobs of those 25,000 jobs created, could be lost.

You are simply a victim of your own success. There have been so many

takers that the money has run out early. You are correct in saying it

has been a great success. Homeowners and businesses have seen

the benefits of the technology. To say we are a victim of our own

success, what the issue is what we expect from Government is a clear

path way to manage the subsidies in a way that leads us to be subsidy

free. Sella is unusual in the case that by the end of this decade, or

it could run that subsidy free. -- solar power.

There are many solar panels and they are becoming commonplace and

the cost is coming down. The cost is coming down and the industry

accepts the fact that there is a cost to be paid in subsidies on

homeowners and businesses. However that cost needs to be managed and

we have advocated that the price or the subsidy paid in terms of the

tariff should be reduced. We would like to see a managed path way in

which those 60 productions are done in a clear, transparent way. Not in

the way that has been carried out in the proposals.

Some better news for companies in Chepstow which makes wind turbines.

-- for a company in Chepstow. Weepy bridge and place 100 workers at its

multi-million pound factory. -- a weekly bridge.

Cobra UK will double is here -- wicked off -- workforce after

securing a 12 million pound deal with General Motors, creating an

extra 49 jobs. Some mixed news on the jobs front tonight and the

First Minister, Carwyn Jones, has said that David Cameron's decision

to veto a new treaty at the European summit last week could be

bad for Welsh business. He has written to the Prime Minister to

voice his objections and concerns. Let's talk to our political

reporter. You have spoken to the First Minister, what were his main

concerns? The war of words after his decision

last week to veto the changes to the EU treaty has continued today.

Carwyn Jones joining the debate that has written a letter to the

Prime Minister first -- foisting his objections saying that Wales's

national economic interests are best served by being within the

European Union. Carwyn Jones makes that point on several fronts. He is

standing up for well as business, saying there is lots of them

exporting to European countries and he is standing up for people relied

on the common agricultural policy and on structural funds which are

vital for economic development. This is what he had to say.

The worrying thing is this. We depend on the European Union for a

our jobs. 50% of what we'd do is exported to the rest of the

European Union. If we are semi- detached from it all on net

sidelines, it could have detrimental effects. In our chances

of attracting investment, it will effect that. Alex Salmond has

written a similar letter. Carwyn Jones said this European spat has

strengthened the SNP's calls for independence in Scotland. Carwyn

Jones would like to hazard a guess as to which way they would vote on

our. Other strong political reaction is coming from politicians

in Wales. The Plaid, rue -- Plaid Cymru man that made the point that

there were 90,000 square miles in the UK but said that David Cameron

were standing up for one square mile, the City of London. This was

David Cameron's response. This is not just one square mile of the UK,

if the people working in the financial services industry in

Cardiff, banks, building societies, right across Wales, they need to

know that there is fair regulation within the EU and they want those

safeguards to. Reaction from Kirsty Williams, the leader of the Welsh

Liberal Democrats said that walking away from this was leaving nothing

for Wales and leaves Wales and the UK on the fringes of the biggest

single market trading problem. Her bank you.

The head of Wales's biggest manufacturing, at best, -- Airbus,

says he is confident despite the veto. During a visit to the plant,

the chief executive of Airbus's parent company, praised the

partnership between Britain, France and Germany in building the

aircraft. The Prime Minister has visited our new facility and I

think it is a good example once again of war -- what Europe can do.

An elderly couple has been found dead in a house at Anglesey over

the weekend. The bodies of Ralph and Patricia Hay were found unsaid

same morning. The police are not treating the deaths as suspicious.

A woman has appeared in court charged with the murder of a young

mother in Gwynedd. 31 year-old Emma Louise Jones was stabbed in Pen Y

Groes at the weekend. A man was rip banded in custody and will appear

in court tomorrow. Emma Louise Jones described by a

family as a living mum, daughter, sister and girlfriend. Taken away

tragically. In a tribute issued through the police, family say she

will live in their hearts forever. As floral tributes continued to be

left at the scene, they are being supported by police, family and

liaison officers. She died as a result of a stab wound after an

incident in Pen Y Groes in the early hours of Saturday morning.

She was pronounced dead in hospital. Two other people arrested have been

released. 23 year-old... There was a heavy police presence around the

police cordon this morning. Members of the public had to wait outside.

The accused's spoke to give her name, date of birth and address.

She will appear tomorrow in front of a judge. No application for bail

was made and she was remanded -- in custom-made -- in custody. Police

are asking for information from anyone who was in the area on

Much more to come before seven o'clock.

Gary Speed's assistant coach tells the BBC he did not say he wanted to

succeed him as Wales football manager.

One of the stormiest spells for years is set to continue this week

with heavy rain, gales and snow for parts of the country over the next

couple of days. See you shortly for After years of delay, the

Children's Hospital for Wales has been given the go ahead to start

building its second phase. It will more than double the number of

patients who can be treated and introduce special operating

theatres for children. The cost of It is another step on what's been a

long and difficult journey, from fundraising a decade ago to today's

final approval for the second part of the hospital to be built. It

will more than double the number of beds, and create operating theatres

and a critical care unit specifically for children. All

warmly welcomed, but overdue. It is fair to say you would have liked

this day to have come sooner? many years ago. Fundraising for the

first part of the hospital began back in 2000. It opened its doors

to the first patients five years later. But there then followed

years of uncertainty and funding rows over part two, finally

resolved by a deal signed off in 2008. That's meant the final

completion date has slipped several times and is now pencilled in for

the end of 2015. There have been issues around paediatric special

services. We are delighted that has now come to an end and we will

shortly be announcing phase two. What was once going to be a �40

million project is now estimated at more than �60 million. The money

will be spent helping patients like Amelia and her mum, Lucy. Amelia

has epilepsy and has needed several hospital stays. The new wing will

include more accommodation for parents, and a new outpatients

department. There are so many children in the same position. Some

are in a worse position. Having that extra part of a building where

you can have more children who will benefit. It is a good idea. As the

hospital grows, the shape of services may too. The health

minister says fewer children will be treated over the border in

England in the future and that could mean some from North Wales

travelling to Cardiff. It depends, it is up to consult us to decide

where is the best place for patients to have their services.

This is a children's hospital for the whole of Wales. The builders

are due to start work in January. Here, fingers are crossed there

won't be more delays along the way. On tomorrow night's programme, the

economy will be taking centre stage. We'll be finding out how the cast

of this pantomime in Wrexham are coping during the worst economic

crisis in a generation. Their finances, like most people's, are

being squeezed by the rising costs of daily essentials like food and

fuel. Everything is getting more expensive. By wage is the lowest it

has been for a few years. Everyone is feeling the pinch.

We're keen to hear how you're coping in the run up to Christmas.

You can email us at [email protected], contact us

on twitter via the address on your The assistant manager of the Wales

football team is facing criticism after he said on Twitter he should

be the permanent replacement for Gary Speed. Raymond Verheijen

claims it was Speed's wish that he and Osian Roberts should coach the

side in the next World Cup qualifying campaign. But tonight,

one of Speed's former team-mates says the comments are selfish and

badly timed, just days after his Gary Speed was the figurehead of

the recent football revival. Always close by were his assistance.

Raymond Verheijen is from the Netherlands and has worked

previously for his home country, Russia and Australia. He was

appointed by Gary Speed back in February. Following the death of

the Wales manager, Raymond Verheijen claims he would have

wanted him to carry on with the He had hoped the matter would be

finalised in a meeting today but they have since confirmed the issue

was not discussed. Some see the public nature of his Commons as

ill-judged and poorly timed. It is just over two weeks since we last

Gary Speed. Some of the things he has posted on Twitter shocked me.

Swansea City climbed up the league after winning. In the championship,

Cardiff City extended their unbeaten run with a goalless draw

at Millwall. The Bluebirds stay third in the table.

Five contenders, one award. It's a glittering night of Welsh sport.

Claire is in Swansea for us tonight. Good evening. Welcome to the

Liberty Stadium, home of Swansea City Football Club. Inside tonight

because the stage is set for this year's Sports personality of the

Year award. This is what they're all after. A few famous names on

here. Howard Winstone in 1958 and Neville Southall and Ryan Giggs.

The ceremony here kicks off at about 7:30pm. The great and the

good are starting to arrive. Five sports men and women in the running.

Here is a reminder of who they are. All are world champions in their

It is a public vote. The lines closed on Saturday at 6:00pm also

be will find out in the next few hours who will win the award. There

are many awards happening tonight but that the lifetime achievement

Award, an award for young sports people and the team award. People

are wondering whether they have won but one man who has already won his

award is Gareth. I went and surprised you last week. Unsung

hero. You have had the trophy for just under a week. Has it sank in?

It has. I feel very lucky and privileged to accept the award.

There are hundreds of people up and down the country or do a fantastic

jobs with grassroots sports. In my year as captain, it means ever so

much. What does it mean for the club to win it? It is excellent for

the club. It raises the profile of our golf club. For the juniors to

see me win an award, it inspires them to realise they can win

anything if they really want to. What has been the reaction from

family and friends? There have been fantastic. A very supportive. I

have had so many messages of support and congratulations. He may

have a few at becoming young sports people. They are potential stars of

the future. If we keep up the hard work and keep practising, I am sure

they can aspire to be anything. are you looking forward to seeing

tonight? I would like to see Dai Greene. He will probably be my

favourite. Hold on to the trophy. This is the trophy that Garath and

I have been eyeing up. The ceremony is live on Radio Wales at 7:30pm.

We will have a full round up of all the winners in our late bulletin at

10:25pm. Back to you in the studio. It perhaps uniquely carries the

pride and passion of a country on its shoulders. Now Welsh rugby is

to get its very own writer to capture those moments of elation

and despair in words. The Welsh novelist, playwright and poet, Owen

Sheers, has been appointed as the Welsh Rugby Union's first Writer in

Residence. As part of his role, he'll follow the Wales squad as

they gear up for the Six Nations Many thought Shane's farewell on

the National stage was poetry in Singing has always been an

important part of the game. Now the link between rugby and art has been

made official. Owen Sheers was today unveiled as the first WRU

artist in residence, funded by a �10,000 bursary from the Arts

Council of Wales His recent works include The Passion Play in Port

Talbot and the World War II film Resistance, but now he's turning

his hand to capturing the highs and lows of Welsh rugby. Obviously, the

worst public moments are here in big games, six Nations games. I am

fascinated with all the work that goes into those games. The training,

the psychologists, the fitness coaches. There is an incredible

ever-widening circle of people who put into the game. The team are

looking forward to welcoming him. jokingly said we look forward to

seeing him holding a tackle back in training. It to be interesting to

see what fruits the next year will bear. For fans, is the role

anything to write home about? Laughter and sadness. Anything that

encapsulates this sense of pride is a good idea. The new writer in

residence doesn't actually know what he'll write. It could be

poetry or even fiction. He'll just hope there's plenty to inspire him

over the next year. The word on the weather is

distinctly stormy with more on the Winter is going to throw everything

at us this week. Heavy rain, gales, blustery showers and even some snow.

The Met office has a few warnings in force including one for heavy

rain this evening. 20 to 50mm, one to two inches of rain with a risk

of localised flooding. Poor driving conditions as well. So wet and

windy this evening. Strong to gale force winds. Overnight the rain

will clear to scattered showers. The wind easing a little with

temperatures staying above freezing. So tomorrow, morning ice is not

expected but it will feel cold and windy. Parts of the north will

start dry and bright but there will be showers around. Some of the

showers heavy and wintry. Falling as rain, hail, sleet and snow. You

may hear thunder as well. So a mixture of sunny intervals and

wintry showers tomorrow. Most of the snow on ground above 100 metres

or 300 feet. The snow will settle in places, especially on some hills

and mountains, where five to 10cm is possible but a dusting is

possible even on low ground. There is a snow warning in force. It's a

yellow one which means it's not expected to have a big impact. And

widespread disruption is unlikely. Mind you it will be cold.

Temperatures tomorrow no higher than seven Celsius and feeling

colder in the wind. The wind fresh to strong. Gale force on some

coasts and hills with gusts around 60mph. Tomorrow night, further

wintry showers. Some heavy with hail, sleet and snow. Again most of

the snow on higher ground and with temperatures inland close to

freezing. There is a risk of ice. Wednesday will bring a mixture of

sunshine and wintry showers. Less windy but still breezy and feeling

chilly. Beyond that, our attention turns to the Atlantic. We're

watching a developing area of low pressure which is heading our way

bringing a risk of more stormy weather later on Thursday and

Friday. At the moment, though, there is some uncertainty about the

exact track the storm will take and consequently which part of the UK

will be worst hit. So it would be worth keeping a close eye on the

forecast over the next few days. In the meantime, heavy rain tonight

will clear leaving a cold and windy day tomorrow with wintry showers.

Some snow in places. If you're on the move, you can keep up to date

with the latest traffic and travel news on Radio Wales, Radio Cymru

and on our website. So not the best of weather this week but hopefully

the Christmas pictures will cheer you up. The first by Anna Conti

from Llandybie in Carmarthenshire. The next by Amber Hockey from

Abergavenny in Monmouthshire and finally a snowy scene by Jake

Meredith from Caersws in Powys. Thanks Jake, there will be snow in

parts of Powys tomorrow so wrap-up David Cameron was in Parliament is

afternoon defending his veto last week at the European summit. The

First Minister has written to the Prime Minister to voice his

objections and concerns. X-Ray is on in half an hour. With more

details here's Rhodri and Rachel. Cavity wall insulation should make

your home snug and warm. Some people say it has left their homes

with damp problems. These boats would make a perfect Christmas

present. But are they all that they seem? All that and more at 7:30pm.