Author: Rhys Gregory

Plans are progressing for the delivery of three new Cardiff schools which will share the same campus in the Fairwater area but, costs have increased largely due to rising inflation, Cardiff Council’s Cabinet will hear. The Fairwater Community Campus is a pioneering project for Cardiff which, when completed, will see Cantonian High School, Riverbank School, and Woodlands School all located in new buildings on one dedicated site. The joint campus will also boast a range of comprehensive facilities which will be available for community and public use outside of school hours. Plans for the scheme are well underway, but at its…

Cwm Taf People First is celebrating 25 years of work to support people with learning disabilities! As part of their anniversary celebrations, they kindly ask for donations to continue their invaluable work in our communities. Based at the Arts Factory in Ferndale, the organisation has 120 hard-working members who aim to promote the voices of people with learning disabilities. Among the charity’s goals are promoting the rights of people with learning disabilities, ensuring services they use reflect their needs, and raising awareness about disabilities. Challenging prejudices is another vital aspect of their work. The ‘Be My Voice’ campaign was set…

The challenges being faced by residents, businesses and individuals will be at the forefront of the council’s considerations as it plans its 2023/24 budget. Work is currently underway to plan how the most important services will be delivered with Newport City Council facing a budget gap of £33 million. Councillor Jane Mudd, Leader of the council, said: “There is absolutely no doubt that the coming year is going to be challenging. “Our main aim in setting next year’s budget will be to ensure that the core of our most fundamental services are maintained for residents, but it is unlikely that…

More than 1,100 unemployed people facing hidden barriers to entering the labour market have been helped to start their own business thanks to a Welsh Government grant scheme, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has announced. They include unemployed single mum Sami Gibson, who was determined to build a better life for herself and her child. Sami had dreams of setting up her own business but faced several barriers – she had no laptop or internet connectivity and was living in a remote rural location. Thanks to support from the Welsh Government’s Business Wales service, Sami has set up a new business…

The UK Government has been urged to increase the amount of funding available for NHS pay. Ahead of the Autumn statement, Scottish Health Secretary Humza Yousaf and Welsh Health Minister Eluned Morgan have written to UK Health Secretary Steve Barclay to ask for additional funding to help avert strike action this winter in the NHS. The letter reads: “We wanted to write to you in advance of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement on 17th November to once again make the case for additional funding for our hardworking NHS staff. “In recent weeks the Deputy First Minister of Scotland and the Welsh…

The Welsh Government has proposed that more categories of properties will be excepted from paying the council tax premium on second homes, managing the impact of new local tax rules to distinguish between second homes and self-catering accommodation. There will also be additional guidance on the discretion local authorities will have in the application of the premiums. It follows ongoing discussion and engagement with councils, communities and the tourism industry. The tax changes, which will be in place from 1 April 2023, are intended to develop a fairer housing market and ensure owners make a fair contribution to the communities…

Gardening is fun and relaxing, and there is nothing more satisfying than seeing your garden flourish. However, winter can make it challenging to keep your garden looking fresh. Because of the cold, you may not dedicate as much time to your garden as required. The weather may also cause the plant or flower species to struggle immensely and get destroyed. But worry not. There are several tricks and solutions to keeping your garden looking lively and well-maintained. To save garden from the harsh winter weather, one-stop shop has been Aston Sheds. They can hook you up with garden supplies like…

With the 2022 World Cup kicking off in Qatar in just a couple of weeks’ time, all eyes will be on the Middle East as they play host to football’s greatest tournament for the first ever time. The group stage is often littered with one-sided games, so read on as we take a look at some of the early mismatches in this year’s competition. Argentina v Saudi Arabia One of the first one-sided games of the tournament will see the number three-ranked team in the world go up against the 51st, with Argentina opening their account in Group C against…

The online betting business has encountered several regulatory barriers in the past few years. Sports betting, being the highly popular segment in the online betting industry, is still prohibited in several jurisdictions and locations even after the formal launch in January 2021. However, the best part about this market is that despite barring several difficulties and reprimands over time, it continues to expand significantly and is now accessible due to mobile applications. The rivalry is more ferocious than ever, particularly with easier access and use of applications with Artificial Intelligence in the sports industry. The international gambling industry’s fastest-growing segment right now is sports betting. According…

Slots games are very popular since they’re exciting, easy to play, and offer the potential for big payouts. According to research, the first slot machines were created over one hundred years ago. But what if you could get even more excitement out of your slot games? What if you could play them online with other players from all over the world? These considerations have led to the rise of online slot games and online game of craps. There are many advantages to playing slots or craps online instead of in a traditional casino setting. For instance, you can play from…