Llanelli Half Marathon postponed after yellow weather warning issued

A half marathon has been postponed for a month due to ''challenging weather'' conditions.

The Llanelli Half Marathon, which was due to take place on Sunday, will now take place on March 8th.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning covering the whole of Wales from 6pm on Saturday and throughout Sunday - with gusts of 80mph.

• Read more: Gusts of 70-80mph 'possible this weekend'

David Martin-Jewell, Managing Director of Front Runner Events said the decision was not ''taken lightly'' as the the safety of those taking part, staff, volunteers, and others is paramount.

It is the first time the race has been postponed in its history.

All participants who have entered the race will automatically be transferred to the new event date on Sunday 8th March.