Author: Rhys Gregory

More two-year olds in Wales are set to benefit from funded childcare as scheme expands with £10 million of further Welsh Government funding. The extra funding is part of a phased plan to expand early years provision to all two-year-olds in Wales, with a particular emphasis on strengthening Welsh-medium provision. This is a commitment in the Co-operation Agreement between the Welsh Government and Plaid Cymru. The new investment will see an additional 2,200 children benefit from Flying Start childcare in 2023-24. Flying Start helps families with young children in the most disadvantaged areas of Wales and includes free, part-time quality…

Fancy a new car? Chances are you will probably have to sell your old one first. If you are buying then you need to make sure you know if the price you are paying is a fair one, and if you’re selling then knowing how much to ask will ensure your car is snapped up quickly, meaning you can move onto your new one sooner. Used car pricing has been a challenging process in the last couple of years, with several things impacting the values that used cars have been attracting. Almost without exception, used car values have been heading…

Gambling has long been considered a controversial topic, with some people believing that it can lead to addiction and other negative consequences. Although gambling, as a whole, can also have various detrimental consequences, there are some ways it can also help someone’s well-being, besides just adding to their financial ability. Nevertheless, the popular belief that online gambling is bad is gradually shifting as more people, including experts, continue to see its positive sides, and not the financial benefits that it comes it. Recent studies have shown that online gambling can have a positive impact on your mental state. But how…

Crypto games, also known as blockchain games, are a new genre of online games that incorporate cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Popular in online casinos, these games offer players unique experiences and benefits compared to traditional online games. From earning real-world value through in-game assets to having full ownership and control over their game assets, crypto games provide a fresh and exciting new way to play. Where can I Play Crypto Games? Crypto games have taken the online gaming world by storm, offering players the ability to play their favorite casino games using cryptocurrency in both traditional online casinos and specialized…

Small presses from across the UK and Isle of Ireland are continuing to flourish despite the increase in costs of heating, printing and distribution, by delivering hands-on author care and community-building initiatives. The British Book Awards 2023 Small Press of the Year, sponsored by CPI Books, celebrates the independent presses delivering diverse, innovative and risk-taking publishing. In total there are 48 small presses listed across nine different regions and countries, including nine in London, six in both Scotland and South-East England, five in Wales, North England, South-West England and the Midlands, four in the Isle of Ireland and three in East England. The presses…

Further funding has been secured to develop the Market Hall in Cardigan. The Cardigan Market Hall Project will facilitate the restoration, repair and provision of updated facilities for the historic Grade 2* Market Hall, securing its long-term future and sustainability for market traders and opportunities for new enterprises. The project will address some structural improvements required to the building and that also improves the overall appeal and contribution the building makes to the vitality of the town. The estimated cost of the project for Phase 1 and 2 is £2.95 million. Funding has been secured from Building for the Future,…

Creative Hospitality Group (CHG), the brand behind Peppermint Swansea and Cardiff, Bambu, and BrewStone has launched Club CHG, a brand-new loyalty app, to give back to the community this challenging year. The challenges of Covid-19 and now the cost of living crisis has put stress on our communities and made it increasingly difficult to enjoy life to its fullest. That is why CHG is fighting back this year with a brand-new loyalty app. In a show of collaboration, CHG’s venues have pulled together, replicating the success of the Swansea Bay Pop-Up Tent, to synergise their collective efforts. The result of…

A WEB design agency celebrating 25 years in business has expanded after opening new offices. Based at Hanover House in St Asaph, Designweb grew its team last year having secured a raft of clients in multiple sectors across the UK and overseas. Director Paul Lyons, from Rhyl, has also developed the company’s offering to focus solely on the development, hosting, and support of WordPress websites, in addition to existing digital marketing services, including SEO and consultancy. Collaborating with businesses such as Be Social UK, Radar PR and Sales Geek North Wales – whose director Aaron Sussex worked closely with Paul on…

A major new loan scheme to support businesses in Wales cut their energy costs by taking steps to become greener and more energy efficient has been launched today by the Development Bank of Wales and the Welsh Government. With the ambition to invest £10m over the next three years, the new Green Business Loan Scheme, which will offer discounted interest rates and flexible repayment dates, will help businesses make improvements allowing them to reduce their carbon footprint – supporting Wales’ journey to become net zero by 2050. Projects which could be supported by the loans include: Investing in renewable energy…

Cardiff-based entrepreneurs, Sara Flay and Leighton Morris are on a mission to improve accessibility within every aspect of society – from workplaces and educational institutions to accommodation and leisure facilities.  Sara, who was diagnosed with a muscle-wasting disease at the age of 23, and Leighton, whose life was changed by bowel cancer in 2011, joined forces to launch the Ani Group after experiencing the challenges that can come with living with a disability first-hand.   The Ani Group works in partnership with a host of clients from across the UK – ranging from start-up SMEs to national events and public bodies – to make their facilities more…