Author: Alice Gregory

Getting onto the property ladder can seem daunting. Luckily, Welsh Government’s Help to Buy – Wales scheme is giving a helping hand to first-time buyers in Wales — including David Wilson Homes South Wales’ newest residents, Cameron and Alice. Help to Buy – Wales enabled the young couple, in their early twenties, to complete on their new-build Barratt home in December — with the scheme providing eligible applicants with an equity loan of up to 20% of the market value of the property, up to the value of £300,000. Talking about their experience, Cameron said: “My parents recently moved to…

22nd January 2024 – Just Love, the UK’s leading allergen-free celebration cake company, will expand its gluten free range with the launch of a NEW gluten free Confetti Cake on 7th February, exclusively into Waitrose stores across the UK. Gluten free, milk free and nut free, the cake is Just Love’s first large gluten free celebration cake, which as a ‘serves 16’ makes it the ultimate centre piece worthy of any occasion. Just Love’s consumer research* showed that families with a coeliac or gluten intolerant child despair of the choice available to them when looking for a suitable celebration cake. …

A demonstration will be held outside of Port Talbot steelworks tomorrow (Friday). The protest, organised by Unite and attended by members of the public, will call on Tata to shelve its plans to close both blast furnaces and wait for this year’s general election. When: 12 noon, Friday 26 January 2024 Where: Main Entrance (Academy Roundabout), Tata Steel, Port Talbot, SA13 2LZ (Steel workers and members of the community will be available for interview and Unite can supply photos and video after the event.) Unite has secured commitments that an incoming Labour government will invest £3 billion in the UK’s…

The Wales Against Scams Partnership (WASP) is urging older and other vulnerable people to seek advice before agreeing to insulate their lofts with spray foam following a spate of rogue traders misleading older people worried about soaring energy bills. The Partnership warns that while spray foam is legal, it is only appropriate in specific and limited circumstances and should only be applied by specialists. It should never be marketed as a quick fix solution to loft insulation problems as improper use can cause structural damage and make it very difficult to sell a property, as mortgage lenders are becoming increasingly…

A number of Welsh celebrities including TV presenter Gethin Jones, comedian Rhod Gilbert, singer Wynne Evans, weather presenter Derek Brockway and a host of rugby player are coming together to unite against cancer in support of the Welsh Rugby Union’s former head of marketing. After being diagnosed with incurable and inoperable EGFR lung and bone cancer in September 2022, Craig Maxwell is hoping to raise a monumental £1m to enhance, improve and develop the cancer pathway in Wales by taking on the Wales Coast Path. Over 26 days, the challenge will see the people of Wales walk 780 miles of…

Talent4Tech, held on the 18th October 2023, at the International Convention Centre Wales as part of Wales Tech Week, proved to be a resounding success, providing an immersive and informative experience to 900 attendees exploring opportunities in the dynamic world of technology. With the continuous rise in demand for tech-savvy professionals, Talent4Tech played a crucial role in bridging the gap between aspiring talent and the thriving tech ecosystem in Wales. The event welcomed a diverse audience, including secondary school pupils, university students, graduates, returners, and career changers, creating a unique platform for them to connect with industry experts, explore new…

Talented Mid Wales chef Sam Everton has chalked off a bucket list wish by becoming the new Junior Chef of Wales. Sam, 25, a lecturer at Coleg Ceredigion in Cardigan and part-time junior sous chef at Y Seler, Aberaeron, said he felt “honoured” to receive the dragon trophy after competing against seven other young Welsh chefs in the final. The final was held at the successful Welsh International Culinary Championships (WICC), organised by the Culinary Association of Wales (CAW) over three days at the International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales), Newport. After receiving the trophy and a gold medal from…

The Big Retreat Festival is excited to announce that the incomparable Ruby Wax will be joining the festival’s star-studded line up from May 24-27, 2024. The celebrated comedian, author and mental health advocate will bring her unique brand of humour and insight to the much-anticipated adventure and wellbeing festival. Ruby Wax is known for her candid take on mental health issues and has been an instrumental figure in breaking down the stigma associated with mental illness. Her inclusion in the Festival’s programme is a great boost to The Big Retreat Festival’s commitment to well-being, self-care and open conversations around mental…

Paul Heaton is heading to South Wales this summer for what promises to be another incredible show at Cardiff Castle. The Beautiful South and Housemartins great will headline at the iconic outdoor venue on Wednesday June 26th. Featuring guest singer Rianne Downey, the Cardiff show will see Paul Heaton performing songs from throughout his career including classic tracks from The Beautiful South and The Housemartins. Paul Heaton is one of the UK’s most consistently successful songwriters. His total sales across his catalogue (The Housemartins, The Beautiful South, solo, and Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott) is 8.8 million in the UK, and 13 million globally. His songwriting genius was recognised at…

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is proud to announce a series of engaging and educational community events made possible by the generous support of the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF). These events aim to promote community togetherness in Wrexham by collaborating with local groups. With the support of the SPF grant, Xplore! Science Discovery Centre has created various innovative programs and events to captivate participants’ minds. These events and community workshops aim to bring the Wrexham community closer by discussing and promoting ideas on sustainability in the local area. “Our partnership with the Shared Prosperity Fund has unlocked incredible opportunities to embed…