Author: Rhys Gregory

The hosts of the 2024 Tour of Britain Women stages have been announced, as preparations for the inaugural edition of the race progress ahead of the Grand Départ in Welshpool on Thursday 6 June.  Llandudno will host the stage finish on day one before Wrexham welcomes the world’s top female riders and teams for both the start and finish of stage two. Taking place from Thursday 6 June to Sunday 9 June 2024, the event will feature four tough stages of racing, in what will be the first major international stage race delivered by British Cycling Events. Hundreds of thousands…

Over 150 learners at a South Wales valleys college have teamed up with international conservation charity, Save The Rhino International, to create a the first ever bespoke rhino wheelchair costume that will charge through the London Marathon this April to raise awareness of rhino conservation across the world, improve their skills in a unique practical project, and promote accessibility in endurance events. Coleg y Cymoedd learners from Creative, Engineering and Vocational departments, alongside members of staff, have been working with famous TV puppeteer William Todd-Jones (‘Todd’)– the brains behind fantastical creations from shows such as His Dark Materials, Harry Potter…

Four friends from North Wales took on a mountain bike challenge to raise money for Travis Perkins’ charity partner, Alzheimer’s Society. Organised by Regional Director, Dafydd Jones, the challenge saw Dafydd and three of his colleagues undertake a gruelling three-day 120 mile bike ride. He was joined by fellow Travis Perkins colleagues Andrew Craig, a Travis Perkins Account Manager, Rob Conde the Branch Manager of Wrexham, and Matt Peate the Wrexham Travis Perkins Hire Manager. The team departed from the Travis Perkins Wrexham branch on  9th April and followed a route travelling North East that saw them finish at Travis…

Does your schnauzer have star potential?  Does your labrador love the limelight? Does your corgi look cool on camera? Visit Wales is searching for well-behaved pups to star in its latest ad campaign showcasing Wales as the destination for dog friendly staycations this year. The Welsh tourism team is asking for dog-parents across the nation to put forward their beloved dogs to feature in the campaign by sharing a photo or video of their dog at their favourite Welsh location on social media, using the hashtag #CymruCanine / #CiCymru. Whether they’re running across the sand at Rhossili, doing tricks on…

Prime Financial Solutions and Mortgages Ltd and Yumo Finance have today announced a formal partnership that creates a complete portfolio of property and business finance solutions, under one roof.  Operating nationally, the merger of the two entities delivers a full suite of financial services to home buyers and movers, property investors, commercial developers and businesses, backed by its team of experts. Continuing to operate under the existing brands, Prime Financial Solutions and Mortgages will exclusively oversee all property related services, offering expertise in homeowner mortgages and remortgages, buy-to-let arrangements, bridging and commercial finance, and insurance. Meanwhile, Yumo Finance will operate…

A leading veterinary charity has named seven things in the home that could be fatal when within paws’ reach. PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, are reminding pet owners of the surprising household items and features that can create a harmful environment. From knowing the dangers of an open bin or window, to not storing items away, the leading vet charity has identified seven things around our homes which can see pet owners unintentionally putting their furry friends at risk. PDSA Vet Gemma Renwick said: “With spring in the air, many pet owners are sprucing up their homes as…

Investment and pension provider Prosper is establishing a back office at Capital Quarter in Cardiff following an investment of £520,000 from the Development Bank of Wales and a syndicate of 11 business angels. Prosper was established in 2021 by Nick Perrett and Ricky Knox who previously worked together to build Tandem Bank, a major employer in Wales with 250 staff. They are joined by Phil Bungey who was previously Chief Operating Officer at wealth-tech firm Nutmeg. With the backing of the founders of Monzo, Capital One and Admiral, Prosper has now raised pre-seed investment of over £4 million. Lead investor…

Students from a school in Wrexham are creating a tranquil peace garden at a care home. The community-spirited learners from the MPTC School are transforming part of a green-lawned area into a relaxing sensory oasis to help celebrate the landmark 40th anniversary of the award-winning Pendine Park care organisation Work to build the secluded haven has already begun in the grounds of Pendine’s Hillbury House and Gwern Alyn residential homes in Wrexham. It will eventually encompass mature trees, herbaceous shrubs, fragrant flowers, winding pathways and a stone water feature. The garden has been designed by Pendine Park Artist in Residence…

The former First Minister has been honoured for the “reassuring way” he led Wales through the dark days of the Covid-19 pandemic. Mark Drakeford was presented with a 2024 Wales Care Award, at a celebration at the Senedd in Cardiff to mark the 30th anniversary of Care Forum Wales, which represents more than 450 care homes, nursing homes and other social care providers. The Special Recognition award was given to the former First Minister by Mario Kreft MBE, the chair of Care Forum Wales, who hailed Professor Drakeford as a man of “great integrity and intellect”. According to Mr Kreft,…

Rhia Danis, from the Future Generations Leadership Academy, and Amber Lewis from the Welsh Youth Parliament, have been part of a UK youth delegation attending European Youth Week in Brussels, a biennial event hosted by the European Commission promoting youth engagement, democratic participation and active citizenship. They were selected to be part of the delegation through the British Council’s EU/UK Youth Stronger Together programme, which offers young people aged 15–30 from Wales and across Europe opportunities to connect, cooperate, influence and implement change together on topics of common interest. The programme aims to facilitate close and sustainable relationships between young people in…