Author: Rhys Gregory

A recycling trial – which has seen 10,000 homes across Cardiff separate their recyclable waste at the kerbside – has proven so effective that the Council is looking to buy 41 additional specially designed trucks so the scheme can be rolled out across the city. Residents who took part in the recycling pilot were given reusable red and blue sacks to separate their recycling into, with paper and cardboard going into red sacks, and plastic, tin and metals into blue sacks. Residents in the trial areas were already using a separate container for glass jars and bottles. The results, when…

Two major milestones bring Caerphilly’s new market development one step closer, with the search for a market operator and formally welcoming expressions of interest from potential traders. The search has begun for a market operator to manage the new Ffos Caerffili market, and with the market due to open this autumn, the council is now welcoming expressions of interest from local, independent businesses who are interested in securing a unit. The container style market on Cardiff Road will bring an enhanced food and drink offer to the town, as well as a traditional market experience featuring fresh food and produce…

New research looking at how businesses can work with schools and colleges to benefit the future prospects of young people, has been welcomed by the Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles. The ‘Transitions to Employment’ report, carried out by Hefin David, MS, has been commissioned by Welsh Government. Welcoming the report, Jeremy Miles said: “This report clearly highlights the many benefits to businesses in building strong partnerships with schools and colleges. “As well as being extremely rewarding, it can also be an opportunity to nurture young talent and develop the skills that local employers need, creating a bigger…

The School Essentials Grant for the next school year is now open, the Minister for Education and Welsh Language Jeremy Miles has announced. Children whose families are on lower incomes and qualify for certain benefits can apply for a grant of £125 per learner and £200 for learners entering year 7 (to help with increased costs associated with starting secondary school) Families with children in reception to year 11 are eligible to apply. Previously known as the PDG Access Grant, it provides funding for costs associated with going to school, such as buying uniform, sports kit and equipment. Minister for Education…

Casting has been announced for the new musical adaptation of Disney’s Winnie the Pooh, which will be bringing Pooh, Piglet and pots of honey to the Wales Millennium Centre this August.  In a new story from the Hundred Acre Wood, this fresh stage adaptation is told with impressive life-size lovingly-built puppetry, exciting new stories and featuring characters that have played iconic roles in the lives of children for generations. A firm family favourite for nearly 100 years, Winnie the Pooh is reimagined in this musical, which brings the adventures of Pooh and friends to life. Revisit your childhood with a…

Living a life of luxury often conjures up images of extravagant yachts, five-star resorts, and designer wardrobes. It’s a lifestyle that seems out of reach for many, reserved only for the wealthy elite. However, the truth is, you can experience the allure of luxury without draining your bank account. By adopting a smart and strategic approach, you can enjoy the finer things in life while staying within your budget. In this guide, we will explore various ways to indulge in luxury, from defining your personal version of opulence to finding affordable alternatives that exude elegance. Get ready to elevate your…

His Dark Materials is one of the biggest series ever to have been filmed in Wales. Cardiff-based Bad Wolf was one of the three production companies that collaborated on the BBC One and HBO offering, and this led to it securing numerous filming locations in the country. The three-season series received positive reviews during its run, but it was hardly a cultural sensation like other HBO offerings such as Game of Thrones. Perhaps if the series had capitalised on the booming online casino industry for promotion it could have attracted more viewers. Many Television Series Are Boosted by Online Casino…

Flight Club, infamous for its epic bars and outrageously fun Social Darts, has thrown open the doors to its outside spaces and launched ‘Flight Club in Bloom’ for the summer season. With a little help from Hendrick’s Gin, the rooftops and terraces across the Flight Club estate have been flooded with florals, creating a blissfully botanical spot to enjoy ice-cold cocktails in the sun. In celebration of the Great British Summertime, a limited edition cocktail menu has been created with Hendrick’s Gin and Franklin & Sons, including the Garden Party shaken and stirred with Hendrick’s Flora Adora and a Seafoam…

A productive, 131-acre livestock farm in an idyllic rural location in Mid Wales is on the market for £1.75 million with leading regional agents Halls. Its elevated position gives Glyn Farm at Brooks, near Welshpool far-reaching views down a beautiful valley. The four bedroomed, period farmhouse stands in attractive gardens and grounds and there is a versatile range of modern and traditional farm buildings. The farmhouse has an entrance hall, lounge, sitting room, refitted kitchen with a feature Rayburn Royal stove and walk in pantry, office, utility and wc on the ground floor. Upstairs there are four bedrooms and a…

Cardiff will kickstart the UK’s most prestigious electric vehicle (EV) rally today. The EV Rally 2023: Capital City Challenge will see over 50 EVs take on more than 1,200 miles with major checkpoints in London, Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin. Each participating team has to plot its own route to every checkpoint, while also planning in enough pit stops to keep their vehicle’s batteries charged. In this way, the rally will be a major showcase of both the capabilities of EVs and charging infrastructure in the UK and Ireland. Sponsored by Lex Autolease, the event aims to build on the success…