Author: Rhys Gregory

Chepstow Riverside was the setting for celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path on Monday 27th March. The event, attended by representatives of Monmouthshire County Council, Welsh Government and Natural Resources Wales, highlighted the benefits of getting out and about and experiencing nature first-hand. Respected naturalist, conservationist and television presenter Iolo Williams was one of the guests of honour, along with former Bardd Cenedlaethol Cymru / National Poet of Wales, Ifor ap Glyn. On the site, not far from Chepstow Bridge, Iolo unveiled a new sound box describing the many varieties of wildlife that can be encountered…

Powys County Council’s cabinet have agreed to increase some of the charges within the pay and display car parks across the county from 25 April 2023. Whilst some of the shorter stay costs will rise, the fee to park in the long-stay car parks for the day (over four hours) and permits will remain the same, ensuring those using the car parks for work or residential parking are not penalised. Parking between 6pm and 8am will remain free of charge. The current unprecedented economic conditions made balancing the 2023-2024 budget really tricky.” Explained Cllr Jackie Charlton, Cabinet Member for a…

Education and Welsh Language Minister Jeremy Miles has announced £40m of new capital funding to place schools at the heart of their local communities. The £40m of funding will be used to invest in practical infrastructure to create Community Focused Schools. Community Focused Schools build strong partnerships with families, respond to the needs of their communities, and collaborate effectively with other services to ensure all children thrive. The funding announced will be used to support schools across all local authorities in Wales to deliver community projects, including food and gardening projects, community use of sports facilities and community hubs and…

Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething was in Port Talbot today to congratulate the Celtic Freeport consortium on their successful bid to be Wales’ first freeport, which is set to deliver tens of thousands of new, high-quality jobs in south west Wales. Last week, the Welsh and UK governments jointly announced the Celtic Freeport in Milford Haven and Port Talbot, and Anglesey Freeport on Ynys Mon, have been chosen as Wales’ first freeports. The two freeports aim to collectively create around 20,000 jobs in the green industries of the future by 2030 and attract up to £4.9 billion in public and private…

As humans, we rely on the sun for nearly all of our energy needs. We use it to grow food, generate electricity, and power our daily activities. But have you ever stopped to think about how plants rely on the sun’s energy as well? Through the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration, plants are able to convert sunlight into chemical energy that they use to grow and thrive.  In this blog post, we will dive into the intricacies of photosynthesis and respiration, exploring how plants use sunlight to produce glucose and oxygen, and how they use this glucose to power…

Transportation costs can add up quickly for businesses, cutting into profits and reducing margins. Fortunately, there are ways to lower these costs with careful planning and analysis of your transportation needs. This guide provides some tips and tricks for reducing your business’s transportation costs. What are the main costs for transportation? The main costs associated with transportation for businesses are fuel usage, driver wages, taxes, vehicle maintenance, insurance, and other costs associated with the vehicles. Fuel usage is typically one of the biggest costs, as businesses typically have to purchase fuel for their vehicles in order to keep them running.…

Agricultural crops are cultivated plants grown for the purpose of obtaining food, technical raw materials and fodder for livestock. Classification of different crop types is critical for any modern farming business. And satellite technology is one of the ways to do it effectively and efficiently. In this piece, we will go through different types of crops to see their characteristics and value and understand why it’s so important for farmers to choose and classify them right in the fields. Classifying Crops According to their Use Agricultural crops include cereals, legumes, fodder, oilseeds, essential oil plants, industrial crops, vegetables, medicinal plants,…

Probability is the measure of the likelihood that an event will occur. In games, probability refers to the chance that a particular outcome will occur, whether it’s winning a hand of poker or rolling a specific number on a dice. Probability plays a significant role in games, and understanding it is essential for anyone who wants to improve their chances of winning. Understanding probability in games is crucial as it allows players to make informed decisions when playing. It helps them determine the best course of action in a game and develop strategies to increase their chances of winning. Additionally,…

Have you ever had a weekend to yourself, sitting on the sofa, with your favourite foods, and only moving for necessities like bathroom breaks, getting a drink, or wiggling your TV remote to signal to Netflix that you have indeed been watching for the last four hours? We’ve all been there. However, during these moments of relaxation, we often feel guilty about not spending our free time doing something active. We all love the sound of physical activity and the post-exercise glow we feel after completing a strenuous workout, but getting off the sofa to complete it is another story!…

Up to 500 school pupils were united with around 80 of the leading organisations in North Wales at a popular jobs expo. Conwy Careers Fair attracted people from across the region to Eirias Events Centre in Colwyn Bay. Among them were Airbus, the WRU, Akari Care, Becoming the Great, Excelitas Technologies, Conwy Mind, Claire Michelle Salon, Supertemps, Galw Gofal, Llandudno’s The Imperial Hotel, ALG Security, Parkdean Resorts and the police and fire and rescue services. Also in attendance were Yr Hwb Menter @ M-SParc, Big Ideas Wales, GYG Karting, and former Wrexham AFC striker Marc Williams, now a multi-sports coach…