Author: Rhys Gregory

Foreign exchange (Forex) license selection is a critical business choice that involves several factors, such as following a certain set of regulatory processes and meeting local, state, and federal laws and regulations. To this end, it is important to first determine which regulatory jurisdiction provides the most favorable conditions for the successful operation of your firm. As the foreign exchange (forex) industry matures and becomes more regulated, competitive, and demanding, a rising number of Forex brokerage firms are emerging and obtaining licenses. Because of the possibility that any number of circumstances might play a deciding role, it is essential that…

The biggest Poundland store in Wales is opening its doors this weekend. The impressive store – around 20,000 sq ft – will open at Valegate Retail Park, Copthorne Way, Cardiff CF5 6EH at 8am this Saturday 9 September 2023. Poundland’s newest location has seen the creation of 24 new jobs for people in and around Cardiff. Poundhound, the retailer’s mascot, will be there to welcome families at the opening on Saturday. The huge site was previously occupied by Football Fiesta, an indoor Football Fan Park experience which is now based at the Cardiff City Stadium. The store will offer the…

A £1.2MILLION grant programme will help future-proof community organisations in Denbighshire. The new Denbighshire Key Fund will provide revenue and capital support to third sector groups in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, Brexit, and other economic challenges including the national cost-of-living and energy crises. Led by Ruthin-based Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council (DVSC), the scheme is financed via the UK Government’s Levelling-Up Fund. DVSC Chief Officer Tom Barham says that grants are focused on sustainability, resilience, and long-term planning. “The money is there to strengthen organisations going forward, support delivery, staffing and infrastructure,” he added. “Community organisations are vital to…

Kevin Morgan has been appointed as Cornerstone Commercial Finance Managing Director, whilst he also joins the board of the Cornerstone Finance Group. Kevin, 52 who lives in Cardiff, has spent more than 34 years in the commercial finance sector, working in roles as NatWest’s Regional Director of Business Banking covering Wales, Thames Valley, and Cotswolds, as well as Senior Manager at NatWest’s Birmingham Credit Department. Latterly, Kevin was Senior Director of Wales Business Banking and also held the position of Deputy Chairman for NatWest Cymru Board for more than five years. Kevin’s appointment further strengthens the Cornerstone team, which has…

A father and son who shared suicidal thoughts have teamed up to launch helpu.org.uk – an initiative aimed at addressing the stark statics that men are nearly four times as likely as women to die from suicide in Wales, where male suicide rates continue to be higher than England’s. Ian Smith and his son Jake are behind Helpu. –  the Welsh word for ‘to help.’ It is a hub connecting men to resources, groups and each other by sensitively showcasing the personal experiences of men from all walks of life, who have overcome mental health challenges. The charity launches on…

A brand-new home for St Mellons Church in Wales Primary School opened its doors for the very first time this week, as staff and pupils arrived for the start of term  at the new build  £6 million school. Located at the St Edeyrns development, the new school has relocated from its former site in Llanrumney and is one of two new build schools to open this week, delivered as part of Cardiff’s Local Development Plan (LDP) by Halsall Construction on behalf of Persimmon Homes. The other brand-new primary school to welcome pupils for the start of the new term is Ysgol Gynradd…

As part of his national tour of libraries, UK Children’s Laureate, Joseph Coelho, will be visiting Neath Library on Saturday 9th September 9:00am – 10:30am. During the visit Joseph will be signed up as a library member and will borrow a book. He will also deliver a performance of stories and poems from 9:30am – 10:15am. The performance is open to children of all ages but places should be booked in advance, directly with Neath Library (see details below). This is the first ever visit of a current UK Laureate to any NPT Library. Joseph Coelho is a poet and…

RCT Council has announced its multi-million pound redevelopment of the Muni Arts Centre is now officially underway! Contractors have started work to revitalise the much-loved Pontypridd venue and reopen it next summer. The Grade II Listed Muni, in the centre of Pontypridd, was originally built in a gothic style as a Weslyan Chapel in 1895 – and in later years it developed a rich history as a regional arts and music hub. In 2019, the Council announced exciting and ambitious plans for a major refurbishment project, with the aim of re-establishing the Muni as a popular arts venue with a…

Caerphilly County Borough Council and Wastesavers have joined forces with mental health charity Growing Space to run a recycling programme that delivers new skills, employment support, and volunteer opportunities for residents across Caerphilly County Borough. Using a designated space at Penallta Reuse Shop, Growing Space now operates an educational program that includes both accredited and non-accredited qualifications for participants. As part of the programme participants learn the valuable skills needed to upcycle household items that would otherwise be left for landfill. Last year alone, Wastesavers saved tens of thousands of household items (more than 620 tonnes worth) from being dumped…

Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Environmental Health team has issued advice to residents, following confirmation of potentially harmful blue-green algae in Pen y Fan Pond. The algae produces toxins which can be harmful to both humans and animals. Residents are advised to ensure pets, particularly dogs, do not enter the water of the Pond – should pets come in contact with the water, owners are advised to thoroughly wash the animal with clean water and seek precautionary advice from a qualified vet. In humans, the toxins can cause rashes after skin contact and illnesses if swallowed. Visitors are also urged to…