Author: Rhys Gregory

An Aberystwyth University academic has led a project to develop software to help different organisations share information about military veterans and others to protect them from having to revisit trauma. Auxilium is a software solution that was first developed for Veterans Legal Link, a project which helps provide veterans across the UK with free legal advice and specialist support services. The software was built by a multidisciplinary team led by Dr Ola Olusanya from the Department of Law and Criminology with support from Aberystwyth University’s Research, Business & Innovation department and funding from the National Lottery The software brings clients…

A key development milestone was reached this month with a ‘topping out’ ceremony held at Western Quayside, Haverfordwest’s multi-million regeneration project. John Weaver (Contractors) Ltd have now reached and finished the highest point of the flagship development and work is on track for hand over for internal works later in the year. The former Ocky White department store has been transformed into a modern and stylish accessible to all three-storey development that will feature a multi-user food emporium along with a restaurant, bar and roof-top terrace. Senior Council members, officers and contractors gathered on the roof terrace to celebrate the…

At the end of October 2019, Michelle Watters, owner of beauty business Mia Bella, was all set to expand her business, but when the Covid Pandemic struck and like a lot of new businesses delivered a huge blow which could have seen an end to her dreams before they had properly begun. However, Caerphilly businesswoman, Michelle is made of true Welsh resilience and vowed to soldier on to achieve her goal. Faced with such adversity her daughter, Rebecca joined the business and they set about making it a success. Michelle herself, also credits her staff for all the help they…

Caerphilly County Borough Council is issuing some general advice to residents, following confirmation of potentially harmful blue-green algae in Pen y Fan Pond. The algae produces toxins which can be harmful to both humans and animals. Residents are advised to ensure pets, particularly dogs, do not enter the water of the Pond – should pets come in contact with the water, owners are advised to thoroughly wash the animal with clean water and seek precautionary advice from a qualified vet. In humans, the toxins can cause rashes after skin contact and illnesses if swallowed. More information about the blue-green algae…

The children and young people of Merthyr Tydfil have made their voices heard with the launch of the Merthyr Tydfil Schools’ Climate Charter. At a student conference held last July, schoolchildren from years four to 10 shared their ideas and suggestions about what schools could do to support the world-wide climate crisis. Through a range of workshops with local organisations, charities and businesses, the students were challenged to identify ten commitments that would allow them to play their part in addressing this serious issue. In line with Curriculum for Wales, they rose to the challenge of thinking like ethically informed…

The opportunity for more than 1,000 properties in three north Powys villages to access ultrafast broadband has been welcomed by the county council. Openreach is behind the scheme and needs residents and businesses in Tregynon, Llanbrynmair and Kerry, who want faster browsing speeds, to apply for UK Government Gigabit Vouchers which will be used to help fund the extension of its full fibre network. Residents and businesses in the three communities can check if they qualify by entering their postcode on Openreach’s Connect My Community website: openreach.com/connectmycommunity Using the UK Government Gigabit Vouchers to help pay for the build won’t…

A new national phone line for people who require urgent mental health support is being launched today across Wales, the Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Lynne Neagle, has announced today. The NHS ‘111 press option 2’ for mental health is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all ages. People can use this number if they have an urgent mental health concern themselves or about someone they know. By providing access to a mental health professional, without the need for a GP referral, it can help support people to manage a mental health crisis and…

Wales’ Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething is flying the flag for the nation’s aerospace companies at the Paris Air Show today and is using the visit to encourage companies interested in investing in the UK to make Wales their location of choice. The Minister’s two-day visit coincides with Wales in France year, the Welsh Government’s year-long celebration of Wales’ historic links with France. Paris is the largest aerospace event in the world, attracting over 2,400 exhibitors from 49 countries and 139,000 trade visitors from 185 countries. Wales is a centre of excellence for aerospace manufacturing and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul)…

A consultation has opened this week to shape reforms that will unify and modernise devolved tribunals in Wales. Mick Antoniw, the Welsh Government’s Counsel General, said the changes will improve access to justice and lay the foundation for a devolved Welsh justice system. Legislation will be brought forward to create a modern, structurally independent unified system. It will be designed to absorb the jurisdictions of existing devolved tribunals as well as to take on further functions over time. The main proposals include: the creation of a First-tier Tribunal for Wales with a chamber structure; the creation of an Appeal Tribunal…

In this comprehensive car maintenance guide, car leasing specialists from LeaseCar will give you all the tips and tricks you need to keep your vehicles roadworthy.  It’s important to understand the significance of regular car maintenance – not only for your safety – but also to comply with the regulations set by Welsh authorities.  We’ll cover everything from monitoring fluid levels to tire care, battery maintenance to brake inspections. We’ll also address the unique challenges faced by Welsh motorists, so you have everything you need to navigate our beautiful country in confidence. So fasten your seatbelts, as we look at…