Author: Rhys Gregory

The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, has officially launched an incentive to attract more people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds into teaching. The Ethnic Minority Incentive Scheme provides up to £5,000 to eligible individuals to ensure the education workforce reflects Wales’ diversity. A total of £5,000 is available to eligible Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic student teachers. £2,500 is available on award of Qualified Teacher Status and a final payment of £2,500 once they complete their induction. The scheme is one of three incentives currently available to eligible student teachers, a total of £25,000 is…

The Finance Minister visited the Old Chapel warm space in Tenby yesterday to hear more about how local government and the voluntary sector are working together to support residents struggling with the cost-of-living. Keep Warm Keep Well Pembrokeshire connects people to local information and support including warm hubs, hot meals, community activities, plus energy, money and debt advice. The programme is led by the Pembrokeshire Community Hub in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and a variety of other organisations. Sue Leonard, PAVS Chief Officer explained: “The fact that we have worked closely with statutory…

The Welsh Government has granted consent for Wales’ first floating windfarm located 40km off the coast of Pembrokeshire. Project Erebus will house seven next-generation 14 megawatt turbines on floating platforms, providing enough low carbon energy to power 93,000 homes. Erebus is part of the first phase of a four gigawatt renewable energy development in the Celtic Sea, enough power for 4m homes. Future phases of the development could realise an additional 20 gigawatts of renewable energy, which will transform the way we power our homes and businesses. Blue Gem Wind, the joint venture between TotalEnergies and Simply Blue Group is…

Whether you want a summer house, a gym space, or just to provide somewhere for the kids to hang with friends, your shed may have a new life waiting. A good shed renovation should result in a space that feels like an extension of your home. To achieve this, it needs to be warm, cosy and a little less shed-like. Before you start any work, think carefully about what you want from this new space. For projects such as a gym or a reading nook, you might not even need to get electricity connected. Unlike a complete home remodel, you…

A good declutter is the best way to start creating storage in your bedroom. How many of the possessions stored in your sleeping space do you actually use? Once you’ve done this, you’ll know how much storage you need to create an attractive, functional, and relaxing bedroom. A space where you calmly drift off to sleep and then start the following day without the stress of searching for clothes, shoes, and accessories. To help you go from clutter to calm, we’ve put together a few bedroom storage tips. Make the most of headboards A pretty headboard is useful for reading…

Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking in recent years. Not only is it seen as a healthier option, but it is also considered more socially acceptable in many places. However, just like smoking, vaping comes with its own set of etiquette rules. In this post, we will discuss some tips on how to vape without bothering others. 1. Know When and Where to Vape The first rule of vaping etiquette is to know when and where to vape. While vaping is generally allowed in most public spaces in the UK, there are some places where it is not…

Spring has sprung and so have the offers on portable solar generators at the BLUETTI Spring Sale 2023, which will last from 12 Mar. to 29 Mar. Spring is the time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. There’s no better time to stock up on the must-haves for spring camping, hiking, picnicking and more. Advanced Portable Power -EB70 EB70 Starts at £649 (Was £799, Save £150) EB70+PV200 Starts at £1,118 (Was £1,338, Save £220) This portable powerhouses is ideal for camping, traveling, overlanding and other outdoor adventures. The EB70 is updated in output, 800W continuous and 1400W surge, and…

Diaphragm pumps are popular because of their versatility and efficiency. However, they can encounter common issues that require attention. After all, the various industries using it daily rely on its optimal performance. More importantly, manufacturers understand this better than anyone else. According to an article by Springer Link, the nickel-titanium diaphragm material of modern pumps may improve equipment reliability and efficiency. As technology progresses, pumps could become more resilient to some recurring problems. Even with the latest additions to diaphragm pumps, there could still be some common issues to watch out for, and below is how to address them: Wear…

Overview of the surge in gambling revenues in the U.S.  The amount of money made from gambling has gone up 14% since last year. People can now gamble online and watch real people deal cards or spin a wheel for them. This is called “live dealing”. Playtech opened a studio near Detroit so people can use their phones to feel like they are in a real casino. Last year, the U.S. gambling industry made a lot of money It made over $60 billion, which was 14% more than it made the year before. That is a lot of money! This…

Small business owners need to wear a lot of hats. From admin and HR to marketing manager, you have to handle every aspect of your business management, and it can be stressful and challenging. To make things easier, you can learn some basic skills in important sectors. One area that every business needs to focus on is social media marketing. Many business leaders, particularly members of the older generation, view social media as something fun to play with, but they sometimes overlook its many benefits for the business market. It can help with almost every aspect of digital marketing, from…