Author: Rhys Gregory

The National Botanic Garden of Wales is celebrating more than a decade of nurturing talent through its horticultural apprenticeship programme – helping to address skills shortages while offering meaningful, nature-based careers in Wales. This Apprenticeship Week Wales, the landmark Millennium project in Carmarthenshire is celebrating the impact of its long-standing commitment to training skilled horticulturists since launching its apprenticeship scheme in 2015. Donald Murray, Head of Horticulture, Learning and Nature said: “We originally launched our apprenticeship programme in response to a long-term workforce challenge facing the sector: fewer young people were entering horticulture yet demand for skilled practitioners to care for living…

Drivers are facing delays across parts of Cardiff and the M4 this morning as congestion builds on several key routes, according to Traffic Wales. Heavy traffic is being reported on the A4232 northbound between Culverhouse Cross and Junction 33 Capel Llanilltern, with queues affecting motorists heading towards the M4. Further delays are also being seen on the A470 southbound from Nantgarw towards Coryton, a route that is often busy during peak travel times. Traffic Wales has also highlighted congestion on the M4 eastbound at Junction 33 Capel Llanilltern, particularly on the off slip, which is adding to slower journey times…

Elvis – who was rescued back in September from the rocks at Porthcawl seafront – has finally left the building after spending the last few months at RSPCA West Hatch Wildlife Centre. On Monday (February 2) Elvis (who is in fact a she) was released back into the wild alongside five other seals – named as singers and bands – Sleep Token, Wurzel, Arctic Monkey, Benson Boone, Fleetwood Mac – who have all completed a stint of rehabilitation with the RSPCA. Affectionately named Elvis after the popular Elvis festival held in Porthcawl every September – the seal pup had been rescued…

Returning to Hay-on-Wye’s beautiful Hay Castle from 20th – 22nd March after two sold-out editions, The Weekend of Mistakes 2026 will bring guests unique access to a thought-provoking line-up of bestselling authors and economists, with its signature deep dive into financial and economic history, and the lessons they hold for us today. A weekend of insight, discovery, storytelling and spirited debate, this year’s programme features a range of topics, including: the mafia’s unlikely role in shaping 1960s queer nightlife; the economics of football and why Hollywood is investing in the UK’s lower leagues; Gen Z’s pension prospects as young taxpayers; why…

WEST END HEALTH has officially opened in Colwyn Bay (Friday), with demand having already exceeded expectations ahead of launch. Founded by lifelong friends Aaron Ferguson and Andy Boyd, alongside Dr Trevor Ferguson, the clinic introduces a new model of private GP-led preventative healthcare to the region. The service has been designed for people seeking quicker access, longer appointments, and a more proactive approach to staying well. Based within state-of-the-art facilities at the long-established West End Dental practice on Conway Road, they aim to bring “a premium standard of care to a local setting”. Andy revealed the level of interest had…

FOR Cardiff has unveiled a new St. David’s Day celebration, inspired by the patron saint of Wales’s words “do the little things”. The programme of activities leading up to St David’s Day celebrates Welsh culture through small, joyful moments across the city centre, spotlighting five themes: gastronomy, music, literature, Welsh language and family. FOR Cardiff is Cardiff city centre’s Business Improvement District (BID), funded by levy-paying businesses to deliver projects and campaigns that support the city centre economy, enhance the city’s experience, and promote Cardiff as a destination. The first activation kicks-off on 6th February with St. David’s Favourites, a public…

Cardiff Metropolitan University has partnered with sector experts to deliver Wales’ first higher apprenticeship in dental technology – marking a major step forward for work-based routes into the Welsh dental technology profession. Partnering with the NHS Wales’ Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and ALS Training – part of the Cardiff and Vale College Group and a leading provider of work-based training – the new apprenticeship offers dental professionals a new pathway to gain advanced skills and progress their careers. This milestone also supports HEIW’s ambition to widen access to health careers and deliver innovative education models for a sustainable…

Forgotten meats such as liver, heart and kidneys could make a comeback as a new superfood, according to scientists. Offal was once a regular part of people’s diets in the UK but have fallen out of favour in recent decades, despite being relatively cheap and a rich source of vitamins and minerals. Researchers from the IBERS research institute at Aberystwyth University have been working with Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) to explore the reasons for the decline in demand for these meats as well as raising awareness of its high nutritional value. Dr Siân Mackintosh from the…

Wales is set for a wet and unsettled spell of weather with heavy rain and blustery showers forecast over the coming days. The Met Office said Friday would begin widely cloudy as rain pushes northwards, bringing heavy and prolonged downpours at times. Some brighter skies are expected to develop from the south during the afternoon, but these will be followed by frequent heavy showers. It will feel mild for the time of year with a maximum temperature of 10C, although conditions could be breezy near northern coastlines. Overnight, some clearer periods are likely as rain and showers gradually move away…

major road in Cardiff has reopened following a fire that prompted emergency services to close part of Rover Way on Thursday. South Wales Police confirmed the route was shut from Rover Way up to the junction with Seawall Road while crews dealt with the incident. Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes during the disruption. In an update later in the day, police said the road had been reopened and thanked the public for their patience. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service also attended the scene at Pengam Green and advised nearby residents to take precautions…