Author: Rhys Gregory

Music is a great way to bring people together and to enjoy in the Welsh language, the Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, said today. As part of Dydd Miwsig Cymru (Welsh language music day) celebrations on 9 February, the Welsh Government is supporting a series of gigs in community-led cooperative pubs across Wales. The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, said: “Community pubs are social businesses embedded in our communities. They create jobs as well as opportunities for people to come together to socialise and to use the Welsh language. “Through the Perthyn Small Grants…

A 39-year-old man from Barry who called his former partner almost 400 times on one day has been made subject of a Stalking Protection Order (SPO). Cardiff Magistrates’ Court found that he had engaged in a terrifying campaign of stalking, intimidation, and threats of his former partner. The five-year order, which was granted on January 18, 2024, provides much needed protection for the victim and her new partner. As part of the SPO he must not approach, contact, or conduct surveillance those named within the order. Elinor Spiers-Morgan, South Wales Police Stalking Coordinator, said: “The man’s behaviour was fixated, obsessive…

Starting Monday, 12th February, work will begin to renew and improve the 3G pitch at Newbridge Leisure Centre, with work expected to be completed in early May. This project is the latest investment by Caerphilly County Borough Council as part of its ten year Sport & Active Recreation Strategy to improve and enhance facilities across the county borough The team at Newbridge Leisure Centre will work with all current hirers and will do their best to relocate existing bookings locally, to minimise any inconvenience.

A leading fraud prevention company based in Wales is helping to transform the way degrees are verified, saving universities hundreds of hours of staff time per year and cutting fraud. Advanced Secure Technologies, whose headquarters are in Cardiff, has partnered with Hedd, UK higher education’s official degree verification service, to automate and streamline the process. Currently, employers wishing to verify the degrees of their graduate candidates can make requests through Hedd, a centralised system for UK universities. Universities typically receive hundreds of these requests every month. When requests are received they are processed manually, which can result in delays. Now,…

To mark National Apprenticeships Week 2024, a five-star housebuilder recently hosted senior Welsh councillors at its training academy. Cllr Huw David, Leader of Bridgend Council, and Cllr Rhys Goode – who is the Cabinet Member for Housing, Planning, and Regeneration – met with apprentices of Persimmon, who work closely with Bridgend College in providing future career pathways. The developer’s partnership with the College that underpins the Academy builds on a successful relationship that has developed between the two organisations over the past six years, and which has created over 150 new job opportunities in construction across South Wales. The councillors…

Having a company means being prepared to face the unexpected and having a solution for any problem that might appear. After all, you want to ensure your business progresses and is successful. In the current market, in which companies have to become increasingly competitive to have a chance, you need to be careful of every choice you make, as well as the ways it could impact your enterprise. It is no easy feat. The methods you choose to promote your business are just as important as the inner workings and procedures that keep everything running.  It is, therefore, essential to…

Let’s Rock Wales is heading to Swansea for the very first time this summer. Part of the UK’s most iconic retro festival series, Let’s Rock Wales will take place in the beautiful setting of Singleton Park on Saturday July 20th 2024. The one-day festival will be headlined by reggae legends UB40 feat. Ali Campbell in a stellar line-up which also includes ABC, The Boomtown Rats, Go West, Jason Donovan, Nik Kershaw, The Christians, Jaki Graham, Musical Youth & many, many more.   The most well-known and best-loved British retro festival, Let’s Rock promises glorious non-stop nostalgic fun, with legendary musicians…

Looking for family friendly places to visit and things to do this February half term? MWT Cymru (Mid Wales Tourism) has put together the following round-up for inspiration. Powys  Walk and Learn Welsh – Ci a Fi Welsh Language Walk Saturday, February 10, 10am – 11am.Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH It may be half term, but the learning doesn’t have to stop! Meet 10am at Hafan yr Afon in Newtown for a unique blend of language and outdoor exploration. A dog friendly, family friendly walk, with every level of Welsh learner welcome. You’ll not…

A former UK Government plant health inspector is now growing her own apprentices after turning her hobby of rescuing old furniture into an award-winning business that creates “unique and remarkable upholstery”. Launched by Dr Ali J. Wright in Llanrhystud, near Aberystwyth in 2013, Needle Rock has a diverse portfolio of traditional and modern upholstery for homes, pubs, clubs, restaurants, caravans, narrowboats and motorhomes. Winner of the Federation of Small Businesses’ Microbusiness of the Year 2023 award, Needle Rock is accredited by the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers (AMUSF). The company has now been shortlisted for the prestigious Apprenticeship…

Narberth restaurant Annwn was awarded a Michelin Guide Green Star on Monday, February 5 at the 2024 Michelin Guide Ceremony for Great Britain and Ireland. Michelin Green Stars recognise restaurants that are leading the way when it comes to sustainable practices coupled with culinary excellence. The ceremony, at the Midland Hotel in Manchester, included a video of Annwn chef proprietor Matt Powell foraging, cooking, and discussing his approach to sustainability. The Green Star is the latest in a string of accolades received by Annwn, which was listed at number 14 on the Good Food Guide’s 20 Most Exciting Restaurants while…