BIG ISSUE VENDOR DIES IN SWANSEA FLAT FIRE

Liam Harmer, who sold Big Issue magazines in Sketty, Swansea, died in a flat fire on Tuesday 14 July. The fire occurred in a first-floor flat at a building on Elphin Gardens in the Townhill area of Swansea. South Wales Police confirmed that one man was pronounced dead at the scene. Police stated there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.

Big Issue paid tribute to Harmer, describing him as "one of the kindest vendors". He had sold the magazine in the Sketty area of the city. Those who knew him characterised him as a "genuinely caring man", according to reports.

The circumstances of the fire remain under investigation by emergency services. No further details have been released regarding the cause of the blaze. Harmer's death represents a loss to the Swansea community where he worked.