Author: Rhys Gregory

Pembrokeshire County Council is finalising plans to bid for Welsh Government funding to repair and reopen the recently closed Wiseman’s Bridge to Saundersfoot path. The popular route, which is also a section of the National Cycle Route 4, had to be closed on safety grounds following landslips in November, December and most recently February. Pembrokeshire County Council understands the concern among residents about local access and that a plan is needed to address the issue with landslides attributed to heavy rainfall over recent months. Shared use path cliff stabilisation works will be discussed at Cabinet on March 11th, which will…

The next steps to delivering bus reform for Wales have been set out by Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters today. ‘Our Roadmap to Bus Reform’ builds on the proposals of the bus white paper to radically shake-up the way the public transport system works in Wales. “We’re moving from a privatised system that puts profit before people towards one that will plan buses and trains together around the needs of passengers”, Lee Waters, the Minister with responsibility for transport said. The current system where bus operators decide where to run services based on where they can maximise profit…

The Welsh Government has called on Jeremy Hunt to increase funding for public services and help those struggling the most in the cost-of-living crisis. Speaking ahead of the UK Budget this Wednesday, the Minister for Finance and Local Government, Rebecca Evans, said: “The priority for the Chancellor must be making the critical investment required for public services on which we all rely. This includes increased funding for pay and public sector pensions costs.  We have taken difficult decisions in Wales to prioritise funding for the services that matter the most to people.  In contrast, based on the UK Government’s current…

A new feature film part funded by the Welsh Government via Creative Wales and Ffilm Cymru is set to be screened at the world-famous international music and film festival, SXSW in Austin, Texas later this week (8th March). Timestalker is one of nine independent Welsh made films benefiting from £2m of Welsh Government funding via the Creative Wales and Ffilm Cymru Wales feature film production fund. The fund is also supported Ffilm Cymru’s National Lottery funding which is delegated via The Arts Council of Wales. The much-anticipated sci-fi based romantic comedy, tells the story of unrequited love through the centuries.…

Plans to help Rhiwbina RFC access new funding opportunities and secure investment in existing facilities at Caedelyn Park have been revealed. The club are set to become the latest community sports club in Cardiff to take on responsibility for the management and maintenance of facilities and pitches in the park where they play. The new arrangements, which are proposed for a 40-year term, cover the changing rooms, toilets, and a bungalow, as well as allowing the club preferential use of the adjoining sports pitches. The arrangement will enable the club to access new funding streams which are unavailable to local…

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Chief Executive Karen Jones has inaugurated Gracie Jones as the council’s new Youth Mayor at a ceremony held in the Civic Centre, Port Talbot, on St David’s Day, 2024. Gracie, a pupil at St Joseph’s Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre, Port Talbot, and a member of Neath Port Talbot’s Youth Council, takes over from outgoing Youth Mayor Maddie Pritchard. In her acceptance speech, new Youth Mayor Gracie said: “I want to bring even more engagement and interaction in schools, in youth groups and to young people in general on their opinions of the array of…

There were smiles all round as nearly 1,000 children celebrated St David’s Day with a parade through Haverfordwest Town Centre. The popular St David’s Day celebration, organised by Pembrokeshire Language Forum, with sponsorship from Milford Haven Port Authority and support from Pembrokeshire County Council, has been growing every year. Children paraded down High Street, through Bridge Street and back through Quay Street, led by Samba Doc before gathering on Picton Playing Fields for songs and dancing. Prizes for the best Wales and Welsh inspired shop window were presented by Council Chairman Cllr Tom Tudor, with Council Leader Cllr David Simpson…

Running a franchise in Cardiff presents an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs. With its vibrant economy and diverse consumer base, Cardiff offers a fertile ground for franchise businesses. To navigate this journey successfully, understanding the nuances of managing a franchise in this dynamic city is crucial. Here are some essential tips to guide you through. Understanding the Local Market Before diving into the franchise world, gaining a deep understanding of Cardiff’s local market is crucial. This involves researching the city’s demographics, consumer preferences, and competition. Start by identifying the unique needs of the Cardiff population and how your franchise can meet…

The University of South Wales (USW) has appointed Kier Group as the constructors of a new Chiropractic Clinic, set to be built on Treforest Campus by spring 2025. The Clinic, which will be the new home of the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIOC), will be an extension of the learning and teaching facilities for Chiropractic at the base of the campus. The project will replace the current facilities at the William Price Business Park, bringing together all learning, teaching and treatments onto the same site for the first time since the Master of Chiropractic (MChiro) degree course started in 1997.…

YOUNG filmmaking prodigies were celebrated at the 10th annual Moving Image Awards at a ceremony held at the British Film Institute on 26 February.   Proud students, parents, and teachers from across the UK gathered at the prestigious event to celebrate the work of young directors, screenwriters, and producers.   The Moving Image Awards, which launched in 2014 in collaboration with the British Film Institute, recognises and celebrates the best moving image productions from students undertaking Eduqas qualifications in Film and Media across the UK.   Categories this year included Best Short Film, Music Video, TV/Film Extract, Screenplay, One to…