Author: Rhys Gregory

The Welsh Government is setting out its ambition for Wales to be a ‘Carer Aware’ nation – where unpaid carers are recognised earlier and treated as partners in the planning for the person they care for. A public consultation has been launched on a new draft National Strategy for Unpaid Carers, asking people across Wales to help shape how this vision becomes a reality. The draft strategy has been developed working with hundreds of carers and their representatives across Wales. It identifies eight priorities, including better recognition for carers, ensuring young carers do not have too much responsibility, improving access…

The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, has announced £60 million in funding to boost housing delivery across Wales.  The investment includes an indicative £50 million for the Transitional Accommodation Capital Programme (TACP) enabling the scheme to re-open for 2026-27. This is being announced early to give the sector time to prepare, so homes can be delivered quickly. This comes alongside an additional £11 million in repayable finance that has been made available for the Land for Housing loan scheme this financial year. The funding forms part of a statement to the Senedd in which the Cabinet Secretary will set out the substantial progress made on housing delivery during this government term.…

Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and live music venues across Wales will benefit from additional business rates support, the Finance Secretary has announced. Around 4,400 hospitality businesses will be eligible for 15% relief on their rates bills in 2026-27, helping them through a period of rising costs and changing consumer habits. The Welsh Government is providing up to £8 million for the package, using funding from the UK Government but also deploys the Welsh Government’s own funds to extend the range of businesses helped in Wales. This support for food and drink hospitality comes on top of substantial existing support. Almost…

A teenage cancer survivor from Cardiff is sharing her story in the hope of inspiring more people to become lifesavers with the Welsh Blood Service this World Cancer Day (Wednesday 4 February). Seventeen-year-old Mia Harris‑Jones was diagnosed with T‑Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) in 2023. ALL is an aggressive form of blood cancer that develops rapidly in the bone marrow. Mia first became unwell with severe stomach pains, sickness and fatigue, later noticing unexplained bruising and rashes. As her health worsened, her mother Jade took her to hospital with suspected meningitis. After several days of tests and scans, Mia received…

As part of the Football Association of Wales’ 150th anniversary celebrations, a new mural has been unveiled in Wrexham, marking Welsh football history and the launch of the adidas Cymru 150th Anniversary Jersey. Located opposite the site of Amgueddfa Bêl-droed Cymru | Football Museum Wales, in the heart of the birthplace of Welsh football, the mural has been created as a cultural landmark to reflect the FAW’s 150-year journey and the iconic Cymru shirt. The mural was designed by artist Visually Speaking, and painted by graffiti artists from the cultural organisation Avant Cymru, and represents the Cymru shirt being central…

THE WELSH public is being asked to get its bathers on to take part in sponsored swims or join a cold-water dip event in Cardiff to help unite Wales against cancer. The call comes from Swim Wales and Cancer Research Wales who are joining forces to promote the ‘Dip or Distance: The Cancer Research Wales swimming challenge’ event. Swim Wales is the national governing body for aquatics in Wales which includes swimming, water polo, para-swimming, diving, artistic swimming, open water and masters swimming. Cancer Research Wales is the independent Welsh cancer research charity which is this year celebrating its 60th anniversary.…

Pontypool-based Pro Steel Engineering has strengthened its team by appointing a trio of new hires spanning across Finance, Health and Safety, and Human Resources. Joining the steel specialist firm within new roles are: Lucy England (Finance Manager), Roger Trueman (SHEQ Manager), and Liam Plummer (HR Advisor). Richard Selby, Director and Co-Founder, Pro Steel Engineering said: “Recruiting Lucy, Roger, and Liam is the strong start to 2026 we were hoping for. We’ve got some big projects in the pipeline, and their differing skillsets will absolutely complement our goals and enhance our company’s positive culture. They’ve hit the ground running with fresh new…

Let’s face it: booking a ski trip these days often comes with a side of “snow anxiety.” With shifting weather patterns across the Alps, the fear of arriving at a resort only to find green patches instead of white powder is real. But there is one place where you can leave those worries at sea level. Val Thorens isn’t just another dot on the French Alps map. As the highest ski resort in Europe, it operates on a different level—literally and figuratively. While lower resorts might struggle to keep their home runs open, Val Thorens is usually burying its base…

As the seasons change and the cold weather sets in, many homeowners begin to crave spaces that feel snug, inviting, and emotionally warm. Creating a visually warmer interior isn’t just about increasing the thermostat. It’s a blend of colour, texture, lighting, and carefully chosen décor that together influence how a room feels. Whether you’re welcoming guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, a warm-looking interior has the power to positively affect your mood and comfort. In this article, we explore practical and aesthetic strategies to visually warm up your living space. You’ll discover how elements such as lighting choices,…

Production efficiency in an industrial setting comes down to consistent, reliable power. When a diesel package drives pumps, compressors, generators, or process equipment, small losses in stability show up as slower throughput, more scrap, and missed schedules. The good news is that efficiency gains rarely require a full engine replacement. Targeted upgrades, paired with better monitoring and disciplined maintenance routines, can increase uptime and keep output steady across changing loads. This guide outlines practical upgrade areas that improve efficiency by reducing downtime, derates, and rework. In most facilities, the objective is not maximum power, it is stable output with predictable…