Author: Rhys Gregory

Visitor numbers to Cadw’s staffed sites have made an impressive recovery in the financial year 2022/23, reaching to 92% of pre-Covid levels with some sites performing better on pre-Covid levels. Conwy Castle remains the most popular site welcoming 227,000 visits in the last year, an increase of 5% on pre-Covid levels. The largest increase was however at St. David’s Bishop’s Palace which saw visits increase by 49% on pre-Covid levels. Following major works and improved visitor facilities at Caernarfon Castle and on-going work at Caerphilly Castle, Cadw expects a bumper year in 2023. In fact, early indications are that visitor…

The Minister for Education and Welsh Language has announced a new bursary and grant to increase the number of teachers who can speak Welsh. A new £5,000 bursary will be available to teachers who gained Qualified Teacher Status from August 2020 onwards, and who have completed three years of teaching Welsh or through the medium of Welsh. The bursary will initially be available until Autumn 2028 to assess its success in encouraging teachers to enter and remain in the profession. Alongside this, a second round of the Welsh-medium workforce capacity building grant has opened, with a total pot of £800,000.…

WWE’s “Clash at the Castle” event in Cardiff in 2022 delivered a massive 10:1 return on investment by channelling £21.8m back into the Welsh economy, a new report shows. Wales hosted the UK’s first major WWE stadium event in 30 years in September 2022. The event, which wowed visitors to Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, had many highlights – including a specially designed set that echoed the city’s unique castle. The event attracted a global audience of millions – taking Wales directly into the homes of WWE fans in all corners of the globe. The independently generated Economic Impact Study sought the views…

A new seasonal menu that has all the hallmarks of one of Britain’s greatest chefs has been launched at a popular Cardiff restaurant. Featuring a mouth-watering mix of classic dishes perfect for the longer, lighter days, the spring menu has been revealed at the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse bar & Grill on the 6th floor of Dominions Arcade and includes a seasonal set and specials. Reflecting Pierre White’s ethos of serving simple but classically prepared cuisine, the dishes will, it is hoped appeal to a wide range of guest and budget. On the specials, starters include a beautifully balanced Anchovies…

If you’ve been playing FIFA and are struggling with getting FIFA Coins for Ultimate Team, you are not alone. This is because many players think that it is easy to get rich in the game, but it isn’t. You can not acquire tons of coins until and unless you grind every day and win matches. However, there is an easy way to quickly fill your account with FIFA Coins, and that is by purchasing them from SkyCoach. SkyCoach is one of the best websites when it comes to boosting and other video game services. They offer a wide range of…

Money worries can be difficult. The majority of people have money objectives for their lifetimes when it comes to life goals. Your financial objectives will vary from others’ depending on your desired lifestyle or needs. These objectives can range from attempting to purchase a new laptop for school to managing your mortgage or student loan debt. These objectives were made with only you in mind! Financial objectives are useful for everyone in this regard. By the age of 30, one can achieve financial success in many areas of life with well-thought-out objectives. Learning how to establish financial goals has many…

In the competitive world of the beauty industry, salon owners must continually adapt and innovate to stay ahead of the curve. One way to ensure your salon business thrives is by working with salon suppliers wholesale to secure high-quality products at cost-effective prices. In this article, we’ll discuss several strategic steps you can take to boost your salon business by leveraging the benefits of partnering with wholesale suppliers. Choose the Right Supplier Evaluate Product Quality and Range The first step to boosting your salon business is choosing the right wholesale supplier. Begin by evaluating the quality and range of products…

Warren Gatland has led the tributes to Josh Navidi, who has announced he is to retire with immediate effect from all rugby due to a “serious neck injury”. Both Cardiff Rugby and Wales have been waiting patiently all season for the versatile 32-year-old back rower to recover from his on-going injury, but now he has been forced to admit defeat. “Josh has been a fantastic player for Wales over a number of years and always given his all in the red jersey. It took me a while to recognise what a quality international player he could be,” said Gatland. “It…

Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) has unveiled its Regional Economic & Industrial Plan (REIP) for 2023-2028, building on the inaugural plan that has already seen the £1.23bn CCR City Deal deliver substantial investment and achieve significant intervention milestones – including successfully completing the UK Government’s first Gateway Review – in its evolution towards fulfilling a wider economic and social remit for South East Wales. The new REIP roadmaps CCR’s plans to nurture a bigger, fairer and greener economy – generating good growth and creating conditions for shared prosperity, realising the best possible opportunities and outcomes for every community across the ten…

A new event will shine a light on the evolving local food scene in the Vale of Glamorgan – with a particular focus on showcasing sustainable food and drink. The inaugural Vale Food Trail will take place from 9th – 18th June and will include a calendar of events designed to bring people closer to food producers and businesses in the Vale, whilst deepening their connections with the surrounding community. Visitors and locals will be able travel around the region independently, visiting a variety of producers, cafes, restaurants and other businesses; in total 20 businesses and organisations have signed up to offer a range…