Author: Rhys Gregory

Officers of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Trading Standards, Waste Enforcement and Licensing departments have stopped and spoken to a total of 65 traders as part of a joint operation against rogue traders. Partner organisations included South Wales Police, Dyfed Powys Police, Natural Resources Wales, the DVSA, Mid and West Fire & Rescue Service and HM Revenue and Customs. During the stops, as part of the two-day Operation Crossfield, council officers advised on contracts and consumer rights and checked Waste Carrier and Scrap Metal licences. At the same time, the other partnership teams carried out their own inspections on vehicle safety…

Work to install a new sports pitch at a south Powys sports centre will take place later this year, it has been announced. A new sand-dressed astroturf will be installed at Ystradgynlais Sports Centre, replacing the outdated sports pitch. As part of the works, an improved lighting scheme will also be installed. The works will be carried out after Powys County Council successfully secured a £350,000 Community Focussed Schools Capital Grant from the Welsh Government. The council and its leisure partner, Freedom Leisure, carried out a survey with key stakeholders including schools and sports clubs to seek their views on…

Beacon Foods is continuing its investment in manufacturing and storage facilities by installing the first two of five, bespoke Klimate-Ardent high speed industrial doors from BID Group. The award-winning, Brecon-based business, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of ingredients and ready-to-eat products, has purchased the fast acting doors to make significant savings through increased productivity, enhanced security and reduced energy bills. With an average speed of around one metre per second, the doors provide easy access and enhanced security. When they are all installed, Beacon Foods will have three external and two internal high speed doors at the company’s factories,…

Chepstow Junior Football Club’s under 8s are the lates recipients of Persimmon Homes’ Community Champions scheme. The East Wales business made the £1,000 donation at a match in January, with the cheque being presented by Persimmon employee and proud parent, Sean Gibbs. Chepstow Town Juniors FC is a volunteer-run club with 250 boys and girls playing football in teams from Under 7s to Under 16s. They rely on people in the local community giving up their time to coach their children and keep them active. The donation is a part of Persimmon’s Community Champions scheme which sees £48,000 distributed to…

National communications agency, Freshwater, has promoted five of its senior team. Freshwater, which is headquartered in Cardiff, has promoted Chris Knights, 33, to director, Caitlin Thomas, 31, to head of digital, and Charlotte Homa, 33, to head of events. It has also promoted Hannah Thompson and Steve Lambert, 33 and 30 respectively, to senior account directors. The promotions follow a series of major client wins for the integrated agency including digital services contracts for accountancy firm Menzies LLP and law firm Rylands Garth, events management of the British Ports Association (BPA) Conference 2024 in Portsmouth and healthcare communications consultancy for…

In the age of technology, it is somewhat unsurprising that even tourism is getting a digital makeover. Let’s take a look at just a few technologies that are transforming the tourist industry in the UK and Ireland, and the impact that they have. Live Streaming Rural Scotland Live streaming has long since been utilised by primarily the entertainment industry, allowing viewers to interact with experiences without physically being in that location. Take something like online casinos, for example. Players can head to a dedicated section of a casino platform like https://casino.betfair.com/p/live-casino which has a wide range of different live casino games. These…

Whether in person or online, there are various payment methods that help consumers seamlessly complete their transactions. Gone are the days when you had to roam around in search for an ATM to withdraw cash or look for loose change in your bag to make payments. Each year comes with its new payment trends, which are an update to the previous year’s payment methods. Technology has advanced tremendously, giving us the gift of seamless payment methods, saving consumers and businesses time. As we are approaching 2024, we should familiarize ourselves with the newest and innovative ways to make payments, which…

Hanging pictures on the wall is a timeless way to add personality, character, and style to any space. Whether you’re showcasing family photos, art prints, or decorative pieces, how you arrange and hang your pictures can significantly impact your home’s overall aesthetic. This article explores six expert tips to help you hang pictures on the wall with style, precision, and creativity, transforming your walls into captivating gallery displays that reflect your unique taste and personality. Plan Your Layout Take the time to plan out your picture layout. Think about the size and shape of the wall, the dimensions of the…

Flowers are one of the greatest creations of the universe. It revolves around the understanding of beautiful colors and aesthetics that inspire and motivate humans from the start of inception. That is why you will see people who do gardening; they are happy and secure people. They are comfortable with themselves and others’ success.  On the other hand, psychologists and other experts tell people to do gardening, as it helps them to build a healthy mind and body. Also, it is the primary source to build relationships and lead a healthy life. In addition, it sorts out the bad odor…

The Vision Pro is the most recent venture by Apple into the field of spatial technology. It has gained significant attention from app programmers and users since its introduction. It’s no surprise that the tech giants announced that over 1000 Vision Pro Apps have been released after its debut in February. We’ve explored some of the app categories that use the distinctive features of the device. Game Apps The Vision Pro redefines conventional gaming boundaries by providing an extensive array of options for players. It comes with a SharePlay feature that lets you download multiplayer games from the App Store…