Author: Rhys Gregory

SPORTTAPE is a local, family business which has taken nearly a decade, to become an overnight success. The brand was born out of a passion to help other athletes get injured less and recover faster. Fortunately, in 2012 SPORTTAPE Ltd supplied Team GB with tape for the London Olympics which propelled the business to fame. They have now sold over 5 million metres of their flagship kinesiology tape and it has been worn by many Olympians and World Champions. The focus is to create a complete range of sports tapes, that can be worn by professionals yet be affordable to…

School logos should not be compulsory, the Education and Welsh Language Minister Jeremy Miles has announced as he publishes new statutory guidance today (Tuesday May 2nd) The Minister, said: “School uniforms are an important part of identify for a school, but it is absolutely vital that uniforms are affordable. This is why I am asking schools to prioritise making school uniforms cheaper for families, who continue to feel the pressure of rising costs.” The announcement follows a public consultation on school uniform guidance, which sought opinions on affordability in order to support families through the cost-of-living crisis. 56% of those…

Families living with autism and other neurodivergent conditions can now access 24 hour support and advice, the Deputy Minister for Social Services Julie Morgan has announced. This is being delivered via an expansion of the Community Advice Listening Line (C.A.L.L), with its skilled and experienced staff receiving additional training on neurodivergence from the National Autism Team. The Neurodivergent project, which can also signpost neurodivergent individuals, their families and friends to helpful literature or service information, has been in place since April 2023. It’s impact will be evaluated to ensure it meets the needs of people living with these conditions. The…

The Riverfront in Newport has rolled out the red carpet for young filmmakers from Llanwern High School and Ysgol Glantaf. The pupils are part of a Diversity Club, which is made up ofpupils from Llanwern High School and Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf shared their experiences, ideas and feelings. The group has become a powerful bridge between pupils and teachers which has developed their curriculum to create an inclusive environment. Pupils have worked with professional film crews to produce their own films about why Wales needs more Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic teachers. A documentary has also been produced, following the…

The Spa at St. David’s, located within voco St. David’s, Cardiff, has re-opened following a recent £300K investment in the rejuvenation of its leisure facilities. With a new sauna, revitalised pool, shower area and changing rooms; the renovation project also includes the introduction of a brand new, premium treatment house, ‘OSKIA’. The multi-award-winning British brand, which has its manufacturing and skincare laboratory in Monmouth, South Wales, has exclusively collaborated with Spa at St. David’s to offer a range of bespoke treatments for guests in the first partnership of its kind with a Welsh hotel and spa. Speaking about the re-opening…

After overseeing a journey that has taken him from a team of just three, to becoming the UK’s largest privately owned tissue bank, Founder and Chairman of Hospital Innovations, Phil Davies, is leading the company’s 15th anniversary celebrations. During a successful 25-year career in orthopaedics, Phil became the first person to bring human soft tissue to the UK in 2002, and six years later, in January 2008, Hospital Innovations was launched. Talbot Green headquartered Hospital Innovations is a Human Tissue Authority (HTA) licensed supplier of specialist products, including human tissue and specialist medical instruments, used in orthopaedic and corrective surgeries,…

Around 6,000 visitors from across the UK and around the world were attracted to the hugely successful Wonderwool Wales, the award-winning show that celebrates all that’s great about Welsh wool and natural fibres, at the weekend. Many of the 230 exhibitors described the 17th show, held at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells, as the best yet and several first time exhibitors pledged to return next year following buoyant sales over the two days. The annual festival brings together people and businesses with a passion for Welsh wool and its versatility as a material for creative crafts, designer clothes,…

Surgical teams in Bangor and Cardiff are celebrating a major milestone after recently completing their 100th robotic operation. The National Robotic Assisted Surgery Programme was introduced by the Welsh Government to improve outcomes for cancer patients by increasing the number of patients across Wales who have access to less-invasive, minimal access surgery (MAS). MAS offers well-recognised benefits to the patients, when compared to open surgery, including reduced pain, scarring and recovery time. Over the last year, CMR Surgical’s Versius has been used to treat colorectal and gynaecological cancer patients at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor and The University Hospital of Wales…

Persimmon Homes East Wales has demonstrated its commitment to the local community in Newport by donating £1,000 to the local cycle speedway club. Newport Cycle Speedway Club is a long-standing institution in the area, providing opportunities for riders of all ages and abilities to enjoy the thrilling sport of cycle speedway. The club is run by volunteers who work tirelessly to provide coaching, equipment and facilities for their members. The donation comes as part of the housebuilder’s Community Champions initiative, which provides up to £750,000 to charities and groups across the country every year. The support from Persimmon East Wales…

Hot off the heels of winning two awards in the recent UK Pantomime Association Awards, including Best Panto, Swansea Grand and Imagine Theatre announce that TV favourites and dancing duo, AJ and Curtis Pritchard, will join the cast of this year’s magical family pantomime Cinderella. They join panto favourites, Kev Johns and Matt Edwards, who will return this year, alongside the award winning, ground-breaking digital set with beautifully animated scenes. AJ said, “I’m thrilled to be back playing the perfect role as Prince Charming this Christmas and very excited to be performing with the digital set to make the performance…