Author: Rhys Gregory

RCT Council has confirmed that the main work to rectify embankment damage in Glyn-coch will start from March 20 – and the temporary traffic lights that have been in place at Ynysybwl Road will be removed upon completion. The significant scheme to stabilise the embankment beneath the B4273 will take place over eight weeks from Monday, March 20. It is required following previous unauthorised and illegal excavations of land that removed support to the road above. The southbound lane of Ynysybwl Road and the footway near the embankment were closed as a necessary safety measure. The complex scheme has required…

Caerphilly County Borough Council embrace this year’s Food Waste Action Week’s theme, Win, Don’t Bin, by making one of its recycling residents a £500 winner. Love Food Hate Waste’s Food Waste Action Week took place 6th-12th March and is a week of action which brings the nation together to save time and money by making the food we already have go further. This year’s theme Win, Don’t Bin includes a celebrity ambassador along with a team of exciting influencers occupying the internet and shining a light on how the correct storage of food can provide a second (or third!) meal…

A rate relief scheme to support businesses in Powys that are in retail, leisure and hospitality sectors for the next financial year has been adopted, the county council has said. The Business Rates Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Rates Relief scheme for financial year 2023-24, which will be administered by Powys County Council, was adopted by Cabinet last week (Tuesday, March 7). The scheme will support Powys businesses in recovering from the impacts of the pandemic and the ongoing economic challenges including high inflation rates. The Welsh Government scheme is offering eligible occupied businesses a discount of 75% on the business…

Dr Richard Irvine today begins his new role as Wales’ Chief Veterinary Officer. Dr Irvine joins the Welsh Government having been UK Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer and policy Deputy Director for Global Animal Health in the UK Government. A highly experienced veterinarian, Richard has been working in the profession for more than 25 years and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise, with a background in animal health and welfare, trade policy, as well as science and state veterinary medicine. Richard has previously spent time in a clinical mixed veterinary practice in South Wales. He has also held…

The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, has officially launched an incentive to attract more people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds into teaching. The Ethnic Minority Incentive Scheme provides up to £5,000 to eligible individuals to ensure the education workforce reflects Wales’ diversity. A total of £5,000 is available to eligible Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic student teachers. £2,500 is available on award of Qualified Teacher Status and a final payment of £2,500 once they complete their induction. The scheme is one of three incentives currently available to eligible student teachers, a total of £25,000 is…

The Finance Minister visited the Old Chapel warm space in Tenby yesterday to hear more about how local government and the voluntary sector are working together to support residents struggling with the cost-of-living. Keep Warm Keep Well Pembrokeshire connects people to local information and support including warm hubs, hot meals, community activities, plus energy, money and debt advice. The programme is led by the Pembrokeshire Community Hub in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and a variety of other organisations. Sue Leonard, PAVS Chief Officer explained: “The fact that we have worked closely with statutory…

The Welsh Government has granted consent for Wales’ first floating windfarm located 40km off the coast of Pembrokeshire. Project Erebus will house seven next-generation 14 megawatt turbines on floating platforms, providing enough low carbon energy to power 93,000 homes. Erebus is part of the first phase of a four gigawatt renewable energy development in the Celtic Sea, enough power for 4m homes. Future phases of the development could realise an additional 20 gigawatts of renewable energy, which will transform the way we power our homes and businesses. Blue Gem Wind, the joint venture between TotalEnergies and Simply Blue Group is…

Whether you want a summer house, a gym space, or just to provide somewhere for the kids to hang with friends, your shed may have a new life waiting. A good shed renovation should result in a space that feels like an extension of your home. To achieve this, it needs to be warm, cosy and a little less shed-like. Before you start any work, think carefully about what you want from this new space. For projects such as a gym or a reading nook, you might not even need to get electricity connected. Unlike a complete home remodel, you…

A good declutter is the best way to start creating storage in your bedroom. How many of the possessions stored in your sleeping space do you actually use? Once you’ve done this, you’ll know how much storage you need to create an attractive, functional, and relaxing bedroom. A space where you calmly drift off to sleep and then start the following day without the stress of searching for clothes, shoes, and accessories. To help you go from clutter to calm, we’ve put together a few bedroom storage tips. Make the most of headboards A pretty headboard is useful for reading…

Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking in recent years. Not only is it seen as a healthier option, but it is also considered more socially acceptable in many places. However, just like smoking, vaping comes with its own set of etiquette rules. In this post, we will discuss some tips on how to vape without bothering others. 1. Know When and Where to Vape The first rule of vaping etiquette is to know when and where to vape. While vaping is generally allowed in most public spaces in the UK, there are some places where it is not…