Author: Rhys Gregory

Heritage office furniture designer and manufacturer, Bisley, has launched a new bespoke package to service the evolving needs of workspaces across the world. And the company is celebrating the launch of the new service with a new contract win at the Googleplex headquarters in California. Bisley has a long track record of designing and manufacturing furniture solutions from their Newport factory. Over 15,000 items per week leave the factory to destinations across the globe, and in more recent years, the company has made successful inroads into the consumer market and recently signed a new e-tail partnership with John Lewis. The…

Global Centre of Rail Excellence Ltd has today further strengthened its company board with the appointment of experienced industry executive Will Wilson as an independent Non-Executive Director. The former Siemens Mobility Chief Executive joins the GCRE board with a wealth of rail experience. He became CEO of Siemens Mobility in June 2019, having previously been its Managing Director. Prior to this he was a Senior Vice President at Invensys Rail after studying at the University of Glamorgan and living and working in Wales in the early part of his career. GCRE Ltd is constructing a major new rail innovation facility…

The cost to park at district car parks across Cardiff will change on Monday, February 6th, under plans to help residents and shoppers secure parking which is currently being taken up by commuters. The first two hours of parking will remain free of charge at all district car parks across the city, but prices will then rise dependent on how long someone parks. Under the current system, after the first two free hours, in the majority of these car parks, a flat rate is charged for all-day parking. The new system will only allow five hours parking in total. The…

Soup nights at County Hall have been such a success the initiative has been extended for another two months. Over four Thursday evenings in January around 120 people of all ages enjoyed free soup and bread thanks to generous donations from Council suppliers and staff volunteers. The pop-up scheme will now continue on a Thursday evening throughout February and March using Cost of Living funding with tomato soup and leek and potato soup on offer today (February 2nd). All are welcome to enjoy a free meal in the former canteen or to take some soup home. Pembrokeshire County Council Leader…

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Leader, Councillor Andrew Morgan, has been awarded his OBE from HRH The Prince of Wales at an investiture ceremony held (Wednesday, February 1) at Windsor Castle. It was announced last June that Councillor Morgan, Elected Member for Mountain Ash, was awarded the OBE in The Queen’s Birthday Honours. Her Majesty The Queen sadly passed away on September 8, 2022. Councillor Morgan has this week become an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in recognition of his Public Service. The honour follows his strong leadership of Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council during his time…

Caerphilly County Borough Council has submitted an outline planning application to develop up to 23 residential units at the site of the former Aldi store in Rhymney. The vacant Aldi store was demolished in 2014 and the land has remained predominantly vacant since, apart from temporary uses such as a Covid centre during the pandemic. Plans submitted by the Council include a range of house types, sizes and tenures; including affordable housing to meet local needs.  The plans also ensure strong accessibility between the development, the centre of Rhymney and public transport links. The proposals also incorporate planting throughout to…

The Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K is set to return on Sunday 14 May 2023 as well as the Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 2K fun run. With May fast approaching, entries are now open to register your place for 2023. Whether you are looking to enter your first race, an experienced runner or just love running, join us and sign up today. Set in the shadows of the spectacular Caerphilly Castle, the Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K will both start and finish on Crescent Road. The course will lead runners in and around the town centre, passing iconic landmarks on a relatively flat…

Highfield Court in Newbridge has recently been transformed thanks to an investment of £1.49 million from Caerphilly County Borough Council. Extensive improvements were undertaken at the sheltered housing scheme to modernise the facility and ensure it meets the needs of current and future residents. Work included the installation of new kitchens, wet rooms, electrical rewiring and heating systems to all 20 flats at the integrated later living facility. Communal and external areas also received refurbishments. Cllr Shayne Cook, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, said “The work at Highfield Court is part of a wider programme to develop modern, fit…

Demolition has now begun at the derelict former Ty Darran care home in Risca. Caerphilly County Borough Council has earmarked the site for an innovative new later living scheme, which will replace several existing sheltered housing schemes in the locality programmed for closure. The Council’s Leader, Cllr Sean Morgan, said “It’s fantastic to be here to see the first stages in developing what will become a flagship scheme for later living. “We know from conversations with future residents that they’re keen to see this development progressing, so I’m sure this initial step will come as positive news.” Cllr Shayne Cook,…

Work has officially begun on the new £2.9m state-of-the-art community hub earmarked for the communities of Magor and Undy. On Tuesday 24th January, representatives from Monmouthshire County Council, Kier Construction and members of the Magor and Undy Community Hub (MUCH) group gathered at the ‘Three Fields’ site in Magor for the official ground-breaking ceremony at the site. The ceremony marks a significant milestone for the project, which has been in the works for several years. Once opened, the facility will boast a modern and sustainable multi-use hub designed for social, culture, leisure, sporting and other community activities. The site will…