Author: Alice Gregory

Due to the uncertainty around the temporary closure of St. David’s Hall, Kelly Jones’ new band Far From Saints‘ autumn 2023 Cardiff show moves to Utilita Arena, opening up additional available tickets to fans who missed out when the initial Cardiff show sold out instantly when it went on-sale earlier this year.  The band’s St David’s Hall show originally scheduled for 29 November will now take place at Utilita Arena, Cardiff on Thursday 7th December 2023. Far From Saints frontman Kelly Jones said today; “We are looking forward to returning to Cardiff for our headline tour.  Cardiff is always an extra special show and we want to make…

A Welsh energy efficiency company is celebrating after taking home two UK awards. Consumer Energy Solutions (CES) was named National Renewable Heat Installer of the Year and National Insulation and Fabric Installer of the Year at the National Energy Efficiency Awards 2023. The Swansea-based company was handed the gongs at the ceremony, held at Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday (September 29), with the awards recognising best practice across the energy efficiency industry nationally. The company, which has permanent bases across Wales and the South West and has a workforce of more than 500 people, supports customers in energy-proofing their homes…

Cabaret, the new space at Caridff’s WMC is back for a new season. With an intimate setup that fits approximately 120 people, every seat’s a good one. Fully accessible and gender neutral, this inclusive space labels no one.  Audiences will get a chance to enjoy the very best in drag, comedy, burlesque, live music, gig theatre and more. Cabaret brings you emerging and inclusive entertainment like nowhere else in Wales. Following on from a successful opening season, there’s been some changes to make the Cabaret experience even better for everyone. Among the changes are: Doors now open an hour before…

Newport-based tax and accountancy specialist Kilsby Williams has made a series of appointments to its business services and tax teams, bringing the firm’s headcount to 70 as it continues to grow. Qualified accountant Ffion Clarke has been appointed as a manager in the business services team and will be responsible for preparing the accounts for her portfolio of clients. Ffion said: “I am thrilled to be a part of Kilsby Williams, joining at an exciting point of growth for the firm. I am looking forward to utilising my skills and experience to support both clients and colleagues and progressing further…

SPORTING heroes including Kevin Sinfield, Paula Radcliffe, Patrice Evra, Peter Crouch, and Denise Lewis have backed a star-studded team led by Scottish rugby icon Kenny Logan as they set off on a seven-day, 700-mile endurance challenge from Edinburgh to Paris to raise £555,555 for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. The 20-strong team set off today (Sunday, October 1) on their mission to deliver the match ball for the Scotland vs Ireland Pool B Rugby World Cup qualification decider on Saturday, October 7. The team of celebrities and fundraisers taking part includes Scottish football legend Ally McCoist; The Hobbit and Cold…

An outspoken pensioner from Gwynedd is returning in a new season of the popular Welsh language version of Gogglebox, it’s been revealed. Retired electrician John Williams, 80, who lives in Porthmadog, gained celebrity status with his hilarious, unvarnished views during the first series of Gogglebocs Cymru on S4C. He’ll be teaming up once again with 25 year old grandson Cian  who’s expecting his grandad to get lion’s share of the attention from the viewing public this time too. For the second series, the run has been extended from 11 to 15 episodes which will be broadcast in two blocks. In…

In Scope’s 2024 Calendar: Disability equality charity Scope explored its archives for inspiration for their 2024 calendar. New calendar inspired by Scope’s 2006 game-changing ‘In the Picture’ campaign that championed disabled characters in children’s books In 2006 and 2009 Scope hosted exhibitions backed by Quentin Blake, Cathy Hughes, Emily Ault, Jane Ray, Di Lorriman, Charlie Meyer The charity has revived some of the stunning artwork from their ground-breaking 2006 campaign, In the Picture, which called for more disability representation in children’s books. The calendar features some of the illustrations featured in the 2006 exhibition held in London, alongside more recent…

Over the past few years, we’ve seen numerous stories emerge about car manufacturers falsely reporting the emissions from their diesel vehicles. One of the culprits that have been accused by authorities of doing this is Vauxhall. A company that has long been associated with producing reliable, high-quality cars has been shocking to many to discover that they may have been dishonest about their diesel emissions. As experts have started to investigate the situation more deeply, it’s become clear that Vauxhall could have misled both regulators and customers about the emissions of their cars. There are a few factors that suggest…

Welsh PR agency Effective Communication has engaged ION Corporate Wellness to offer health and wellbeing support to the team as the company continues to prioritise its wellbeing agenda. Effective Communication, which has a presence in Wales and the south west of England, supports organisations with PR, digital and video expertise. After a period of consultation with staff, the company decided to switch to a full-time homeworking model in 2022. After making such a significant change, Effective partnered with ION who will be providing wellbeing support to the team and individuals, covering not just physical exercise but sleep, nutrition and mindfulness,…

It’s opening night here at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff and the tap happy musical 42nd Street has arrived for one week only. The musical is based on the novel by Bradford Ropes, which looks at the seedy side of theatre behind the scenes, and was considered scandalous. 42nd Street on Broadway was originally produced by David Merrick and direction and dance by Gower Champion. This musical has managed to snag a number of Tony awards including, Best Musical and Revival of a Musical. It’s unsurprising considering what a timeless long-running hit it has been. The current production of the…