Author: Rhys Gregory

Foreign exchange (forex trading), the buying, selling, or exchanging of currencies via a regulated market, is a popular financial activity with far-reaching impacts. Forex trading performs many important functions, such as facilitating international trades and economic situations, and providing a way for speculators to invest. If you’re involved in forex trading in the UK, for example, you’re positioned in a market that attracts people from all walks of life: entrepreneurs, people from both inside and outside of finance, and anyone who can, and does, trade forex. In Wales, a wide variety of people are involved in forex trading. These range…

In 2022, customers will have to wait even longer because of the HVAC industry’s persistent supply chain problems. Along with ongoing manufacturing failures and transportation issues, rising diesel fuel prices and shortages are the newest elements adding to delays. Problems With the Supply Chain Diesel output was lowered due to a drop in demand at the height of the epidemic, and those cutbacks are still impacting today. Diesel averaged $5.75 a gallon in the United States in June of 2022.  This was a rise of $2.50 per gallon compared to June 2021. This is where the question arises: How to…

Playa Flamenca is a wonderful area in Spain, where an excellent mild climate and developed infrastructure continue to attract a large number of people who want to have a great vacation or find a new place of residence and business. Thanks to clean beaches, a promenade, a large number of supermarkets, shopping centers, hotels and restaurants, this area is considered an important center for attracting tourists from many countries around the world. Property for sale in Playa Flamenca comprises a large selection of apartments, villas, penthouses. There are also available townhouses – block buildings with separate entrances and communal pools…

Wales knew their final group game would be challenging, but that didn’t make their early exit from the World Cup any easier to accept. That’s because this wasn’t just any World Cup for Wales. It was their first appearance at the tournament since 1958. Thousands of fans travelled to the event, and millions more watched from home. It is far preferable to be eliminated from a World Cup than not to compete in one at all. What was so frustrating about the qualification failures of – Euro 92, USA 94, Euro 2004 and Russia 2018 – was the sense of…

RSPCA Cymru is appealing for information after two kittens were found dumped by a bus stop in Barry. The two kittens – aged around 12-14 weeks – were abandoned on Monday 28 November, near Michaelston Close. RSPCA inspector Sophie Daniels said: “They must have been so frightened left in the cold and in the dark. “Luckily they were found by someone who lives nearby who took them in at around 8pm. They were found in a carrier with a blanket and toys. “We’re now appealing to anyone who saw anything to contact the RSPCA’s appeal line on 0300 123 8018.”…

As we prepare for the festive season, St John Ambulance Cymru is reminding people that learning some basic first aid could help to treat common minor injuries at home. First aid can help prevent unnecessary hospital trips, easing pressure on our NHS, and ensure that families can enjoy Christmas safely. In an emergency, basic first aid skills can also mean the difference between life and death. Richard Paskell, Chief Volunteer at St John Ambulance Cymru, said: “Having the confidence to deal with situations such as choking or cardiac arrest, can help avoid a tragedy, making sure that all the memories made this festive season are…

Pontyclun-based developer, Llanmoor Homes, has announced the first phase of Reserved matters approval of plans for a brand new community to be built in Swansea. The new community, which will be known as Pentref Rhositr in Llangyfelach, will have initial works begin by Spring 2023 and follows seven years of close collaboration with Swansea Council. Pentref Rhositr is Llanmoor`s largest-ever development scheme and first foray into Swansea in its 56-year history. The community will be conveniently located off the M4’s Junction 48 in Swansea and broadly bound by Llangyfelach Road to the east and Heol Ddu and Myrnydd Newydd to the south. The privately owned development company has now revealed…

Leading independent accountancy firm, Bevan Buckland LLP, has promoted six accountants and re-shaped its management team to strategically drive its ambitious growth plans and strengthen its position in the market. The Swansea-based firm, which also has office locations in Haverfordwest, Pembroke, Carmarthen and Cowbridge, has reorganised its management team as part of a strategic move to drive growth and provide excellent client service. Gus Williams is stepping into the role of Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for planning, strategy, projects and practice development. Lisa Coombs is now Chief Administrative Officer and will be responsible for all internal processes…

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has opened up the Great Western Main Line to competition and enabled a significant increase in rail services between London and South Wales. The rail regulator has approved the introduction of new train services between London, Cardiff and South West Wales from the end of 2024. The services will be operated by a new open access operator, Grand Union Trains, bringing competition to the Great Western route out of Paddington. Passengers travelling between London, Bristol Parkway, Severn Tunnel Junction, Newport, Cardiff, Gowerton, Llanelli and Carmarthen will benefit from an extra five daily return…

Police are continuing to investigate the discovery of the bodies of two babies. The babies were discovered at an address in Wildmill, Bridgend, on the evening of Saturday, November 26. Two men, aged 37 and 47, and a 29-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of concealing the birth of a child. All three have been released on police bail for this offence whilst the investigation continues. Detective Superintendent Darren George said: “My thoughts remain with anyone affected by this traumatic incident. “I am are aware of the impact this incident has had on the community and would like to thank…