Police investigation into Lord Tonypandy abuse claim

South Wales Police have confirmed they are investigating allegations that former Welsh Secretary George Thomas reportedly abused a child. The allegations were first brought to the attention of the force in April 2013.

Many parts of south Wales are named after Lord Tonypandy, such was the high regard in which he was regarded by the community he was from. Roads, pubs and a hospice - The George Thomas Hospice - are named after him