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Family History and Football: Ian Gwyn Hughes’s Welsh Language Story
25 March 2026
Ian Gwyn Hughes, Head of Communications at the Football Association of Wales, presents the last in S4C’s second series of Stori’r Iaith. In the programme, Ian reflects upon his grandfather’s historic stand to protect the Welsh language, while also examining his own efforts to foster a sense of pride and belonging among Wales’s national football team and their connection to the Welsh language.
Craig Bellamy aims to continue Gary Speed’s legacy: “I’m going to finish what he started”
23 March 2026
Craig Bellamy says he is determined to continue the legacy of former Wales manager Gary Speed, as he reflects on the profound influence Speed had on his career in a new and exclusive documentary on S4C that offers an intimate and honest portrait of Bellamy, manager of the Wales Men’s National Football Team.
S4C programmes receive 17 nominations at the 2026 Celtic Media Festival
20 March 2026
In a year with a record number of applications, S4C programmes have received a total of 17 nominations at the 2026 Celtic Media Festival.
Tŷ’r Ddraig, Captain Jac and Boom Cymru win S4C Commissions
19 March 2026
S4C is pleased to announce that production companies Tŷ’r Ddraig, Captain Jac and Boom Cymru have secured contracts to deliver brand new factual content for the broadcaster.
Stori’r Iaith: A Celebration of Welsh Identity Through the Power of Sport
18 March 2026
S4C’s latest series, Stori’r Iaith, presented by the much‑loved broadcaster Sarra Elgan, offers viewers a fresh and emotive exploration of the Welsh language - its history, and the people who keep it alive.
With powerful storytelling, heartfelt interviews and surprising revelations, the programme invites audiences to rediscover why the Welsh language remains central to the nation’s identity.
We need earlier diagnosis and better aftercare: Maxine Hughes on Wales’s cancer system
17 March 2026
In a deeply personal programme, journalist Maxine Hughes explores Wales’s cancer system and speaks to those impacted by its failings.
From Downing Street to London’s Welsh Societies: Guto Harri Maps the Welsh Language's far reaching influence
11 March 2026
Guto Harri will present the second episode of S4C’s landmark new series, Stori’r Iaith, and he promises an eye‑opening, emotional and at times surprising journey into the story of the Welsh language, a story that also includes a couple of former British Prime Ministers.
Mae S4C yn annog Llywodraeth y DU i ddiogelu darlledu Cymraeg yn Adolygiad Siarter y BBC
10 March 2026
S4C has published its response to the BBC Charter Review consultation, calling for its unique position within the UK media landscape to be safeguarded to secure the long-term future of Welsh-language public service media.
Dyn yn cwrdd â’i ffrind ar death row ar ôl dros 20 mlynedd o gyfathrebu
9 March 2026
Cameraman Rhys Williams has been in contact with a prisoner on death row for decades.
S4C announces multi-platform 2026 Senedd Election coverage
3 March 2026
With a crucial Senedd election on the horizon, the Newyddion S4C news service will question, hold to account and break the latest news, with a feast of text and video content across its digital platforms.
Y GÂN by Geth Tomos, Henry Priestman and Emlyn Gomer wins Cân i Gymru 2026
28 February 2026
The song Y GÂN (THE SONG) by Geth Tomos, Henry Priestman and Emlyn Gomer has won Cân i Gymru 2026.
Amour please! S4C commissions third series of Amour & Mynydd
25 February 2026
S4C has commissioned a third series of popular dating show Amour & Mynydd.
S4C celebrates the Land of Song with St David’s Day programming
25 February 2026
S4C will celebrate the Land of Song as part of its St David’s Day programming.
S4C’s feature film, Effi o Blaenau, to receive national film release
24 February 2026
S4C’s Welsh-language feature film, Effi o Blaenau, will receive a general film release in cinemas across Wales this Summer.
The shortlist of Cân i Gymru 2026 announced
17 February 2026
The shortlist for Cân i Gymru (Song for Wales) 2026 has been announced.
Elin Fflur and Trystan Ellis-Morris will be back to present the competition which, for the first time in over ten years, will be held at the Anglesey Showground on Saturday 28 February 2026.
S4C releases first look images for the second series of Y Llais to mark Welsh Language Music Day
13 February 2026
Ahead of its return in March, S4C has released a first look at the next series of Y Llais to celebrate Welsh Language Music Day.
From Conwy to Cardiff: Meet the cast of the new series of Amour & Mynydd
5 February 2026
Things are about to heat up on the slopes of the French Alps as popular reality dating series Amour & Mynydd returns to S4C on 10 February.
S4C expands Six Nations coverage with live YouTube streaming
6 February 2026
S4C has confirmed that Wales’ U20 Six Nations matches will be streamed live on YouTube for the first time, alongside the channel’s usual television and digital coverage on S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.
S4C in search of two new Board members
5 February 2026
S4C is searching for two new non-executive members to join its Board at an exciting time for the broadcaster.
Sea Empress disaster ‘the worst event I ever saw’, says Iolo Williams
3 February 2026
Presenter Iolo Williams has said the Sea Empress disaster was the “worst event” he’s ever witnessed.
Colleen Ramsey and Owain Wyn Evans land on S4C for new Italian lifestyle series
2 February 2026
Colleen Ramsey and Owain Wyn Evans have set off on an Italian adventure as they get a taste of the country’s food, fashion and fabulous architecture.
Their new series, Ciao! Colleen ag Owain, lands on S4C on 2 February, with all episodes available to binge on S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.
Ni 'Di Bangor Aye!: A new chapter in Bangor’s football story
29 Ionawr 2026
A new S4C documentary follows the remarkable community-led revival of Bangor’s historic football club, shaped by its fans and volunteers, with contributions from the club’s most recent ambassador, global entrepreneurship influencer Simon Squibb.
More love on the piste: First look images of reality dating show Amour & Mynydd’s new chalet
25 January 2026
On St Dwynwen’s Day, S4C has released images of the brand new chalet that will feature in the second series of Amour & Mynydd.
From Headteacher to Paedophile: Neil Foden ‘prevented’ investigation into claims against another teacher
27 January 2026
Paedophile and former headteacher Neil Foden had sought to “prevent” an investigation into serious allegations against another teacher at his school, according to a union official.
S4C orders two more series of Y Cyfweliad
20 January 2026
The success of new series Y Cyfweliad (The Interview) has led to S4C’s decision to immediately commission two further series.
S4C and BBC agree new BBC iPlayer partnership
14 January 2026
The BBC and S4C have announced plans for a major new streaming partnership which will provide greater prominence for S4C programming on BBC iPlayer.
Bronwen Lewis opens up about brother’s cancer diagnosis and late ADHD diagnosis in S4C interview
12 January 2026
In the latest episode of Y Cyfweliad on S4C, singer and presenter Bronwen Lewis, who is also a Coach on S4C’s Y Llais (The Voice), speaks openly about her younger brother’s recent cancer diagnosis, and how the experience reshaped her family’s priorities.
LGBTQ+ S4C film takes ‘Welsh language to the world stage’
7 January 2026
A short film which has won a number of international awards will air on S4C for the first time this month.
“I gave my mum a lot of sleepless nights”: Mike Phillips opens up in a new S4C interview
2 January 2026
Former Wales rugby star Mike Phillips opens up about some of the toughest moments of his life in the latest episode of Y Cyfweliad (The Interview) on S4C, sharing personal stories with honesty and humour.