National Eisteddfod: 'Paper Birds' wins drama medal

Gareth Evans-Jones' work was described as "full of humour"

A play called Adar Papur - or Paper Birds - has won the drama medal at the National Eisteddfod.

There were 11 entries, but Gareth Evans-Jones, of Anglesey, won with his work which was considered to have the most potential for further development.

He was awarded £750 with part of his play performed during the ceremony.

While Mr Evans-Jones' work was praised for being "full of humour and clever scripting", adjudicators noted the general poor standard.

"We received 11 scripts this year and the fact that so many entered for the drama medal is very encouraging," said Bethan Marlow.

"But unfortunately, the standard was not great, with many competitors demonstrating a basic lack of understanding of story development and creating interesting and well-rounded characters."

She encouraged future entrants to read scripts and ask "is it ready?" before submitting.

However, Ms Marlow said "one play has reached the top class this year", calling Adar Papur "attention-grabbing from start to finish".

Sian Morgan was presented with the award at a ceremony attended by First Minister Mark Drakeford

The annual cultural festival, which is in Llanrwst, Conwy county this year, runs until Saturday.

Also on Thursday, a support worker "committed to delivering a high level of care" won an award for her use of Welsh in the workplace.

Sian Morgan has worked for the children and families service at Anglesey Council for nearly 15 years.

Ms Morgan won the Caring in Welsh award at a ceremony attended by the First Minister Mark Drakeford and Welsh language commissioner Aled Roberts.

She was one of six finalists, with the winner chosen by a public vote.

The award recognises workers in social, early years and childhood care who use the medium of Welsh.

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Ms Morgan was nominated by her manager Dawn Hutchinson who said: "Sian has made a great difference to the lives of people she supports on Anglesey.

"By communicating with people in their first language, and using the local dialect, Sian has helped families feel understood and feel less isolated."

Council leader Llinos Medi added: "The delivery of public services through the medium of Welsh is essential and, on Anglesey, we take great pride in seeing our language having such a positive impact on the lives of local residents."