Author: Rhys Gregory

Law firm Blake Morgan has appointed Ruth Gingell as Business Development Manager for Wales, marking a significant investment in the firm’s growth ambitions. Ruth joins Blake Morgan with 14 years of business development experience with law firm Pinsent Masons, where she most recently led business development initiatives for the Retail, Sport and Leisure sectors across multiple international jurisdictions. A Cardiff native from Rhiwbina, Ruth returns to Wales after spending much of her career in London, driven by a desire to work for an organisation with strong roots and values. She will focus on business development opportunities across Wales while also…

Investing in real estate is an increasingly popular choice: in an international context where other asset classes are often associated with uncertainty or very high risk, property remains a long-lasting asset that can also be passed down to one’s children. Anyone looking to optimize the return on their investment should seriously consider the many opportunities of property for sale in Italy. Attention! Since the Italian real estate market is extremely complex and marked by strong differences from one area to another, it is essential, before purchasing, to rely on high-quality sources. This means consulting only vertical property portals, where listings…

Wet shoes can be a nightmare, especially during the winter months, but there’s a surprisingly effective method to dry them quickly without causing damage or warping. Whether caught in unexpected rain or dealing with snow-soaked footwear, many people make the costly mistake of placing their shoes directly on radiators or using hairdryers, which can cause irreversible damage. These methods often lead to shrunken leather, cracked materials, and weakened glue, ultimately shortening the lifespan of your favourite shoes. However, experts at Lottomart have shared a “game-changing” technique that dries shoes fast while preserving their shape. They explained: “The key to drying…

St David’s Shopping Centre has teased a brand new arrival for Cardiff, with POP MART confirming it is opening a store in the city. The global designer toy brand, best known for its character led collectibles, will open its first ever store in Wales at the city centre shopping destination. Cardiff will now sit alongside cities including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Bristol and Oxford as part of POP MART’s UK expansion. POP MART is a market leading character based entertainment company and has become a huge part of modern designer toy culture. One of its most talked about characters is…

The Development Bank of Wales has led a £1m Series A equity investment round, with a £700,000 equity investment in Academii, the fast‑growing Welsh learning technology company using artificial intelligence to transform workplace training. Caerphilly-based Academii was established in 2019 by Steve Lanigan, the former CEO of ALS People. Academii has grown eight‑fold in the last two years as demand surges for AI‑enabled tools that help organisations upskill and reskill their workforce. The company’s platform is designed to support employers navigating the rapid changes brought by AI, ensuring people can develop the capabilities they need to thrive in the future…

A fun-loving 10-year-old girl who’s one of only 20 people worldwide with a rare chromosome disorder has landed a starring role in a hit TV show. Chloe Milloy, from Bryngwran, on Anglesey, has a condition known as deletion on long arm chromosome 14 that affects her growth, feeding, breathing and heart. She teamed up with Twin Town actor Llyr Evans who plays a hapless handyman called Harri, in the laugh-a-minute S4C show, Help Llaw (Helping Hand). The pair filmed scenes for the hilarious episode at Pendine Park’s Bryn Seiont Newydd care home in Caernarfon. They were joined by popular Welsh…

Following a weekend of celebrations for St Dwynwen’s Day, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest animal welfare charity, wants the people of Wales to extend this love to the 730,000 dogs that call Wales home.1 Today, the charity has launched its Senedd Election Manifesto, outlining the steps it would like to see Welsh politicians take to improve the welfare of dogs living in the country.  As a nation of dog lovers, Wales is already leading the United Kingdom in dog welfare, thanks to its commitment to bringing Greyhound racing to an end through the Greyhound Racing (Wales) bill, which is currently working its way through the Senedd. But Dogs Trust says there is more to be done.   The manifesto, titled ‘For Dogs, Then, Now, Always.’, outlines how Dogs…

Organisers of the Ascona Child of Wales Awards 2026 are delighted to announce that nominations are officially open for the nationwide awards initiative which shines a light on the remarkable achievements, courage and resilience shown by young people across Wales. The awards, now in their fifth year, celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of children living in Wales, culminating in a prestigious, star-studded awards ceremony on 2 October at the Swansea Building Society Arena in Swansea. Last year’s headline sponsor, Pembrokeshire-based forecourt and roadside retail business Ascona Group, has confirmed its return as headline sponsor for a second year, joining scores of…

THE CBI’s flagship North Wales Business Dinner is returning to North Wales for the first time in seven years. Over 200 business leaders and other key stakeholders from across Wales, and north-west England, will be attending the event – sponsored by Wrexham University – at Venue Cymru in Llandudno on 19 March. A highlight of the evening will be an on-stage discussion between Tracy Black, CBI Chief Commercial Officer, and Professor Joe Yates, Vice Chancellor, Wrexham University, about how local businesses can benefit from the region’s outstanding education and skills sector to achieve their growth goals. The black-tie event will…

This transformation represents a significant investment of over £339,400, revitalising the well-loved community pub with exciting improvements. Upon reopening, Marston’s Two Door Pub, Green Lady, will feature two distinct areas: a vibrant locals’ bar and a warm, welcoming family lounge, designed around the needs of families. A central partition will create distinct spaces within the pub, allowing guests to enjoy everything they love under one roof while ensuring there is a place where everyone feels they truly belong. The renovation will introduce a dedicated Family Lounge, thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of all ages and provide a welcoming…