Author: Rhys Gregory

Specialist mobility aids retailer and distributor Snowdrop Independent Living has appointed Michael Willetts as South Wales Regional Manager, as part of its new ambitious growth strategy. With over two decades in the mobility field, Snowdrop has built an impressive reputation amongst clients and customers, growing from a single shop in Haverfordwest, to seven showrooms across the West Midlands and South Wales offering retail, installation and engineering services. Michael Willetts brings almost 15 years of engineering industry and management experience to the role, which sees him take responsibility for ensuring customers continue to receive the highest quality of service and implementing…

Cardiff University, which has been named by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 as the Welsh University of the Year, tops the Welsh university rankings, and sits 25th place nationally. The only Welsh Russell Group university, Cardiff remains in the top 20 for graduate prospects, based on a survey of those in highly skilled work or further study within 15 months. Meanwhile, 90 per cent of the work the university submitted to the latest Research Excellence Framework survey achieved the top two ratings of world leading or internationally excellent. With new programmes introduced in 2021-22, the…

Detectives at South Wales Police have arrested and charged a 50 year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder following an incident which occurred at an address in Victoria Road, Aberavon at approximately 6.45pm on Saturday, 17 September, 2022. A32 year-old man was taken to the University Hospital of Wales following the incident where he remains in a critical condition. A crossbow was recovered by officers from the scene of the incident and the circumstances are being investigated. Detective Chief Inspector Paul Raikes, said: “We understand there is concern in the community – I would like to reassure people that we…

Thousands of runners and supporters enjoyed last weekend’s Admiral Swansea Bay 10k. All participants were asked to be mindful of the period of national mourning following the Queen’s death. A minute’s silence was held as a mark of respect. Similar events, like the Great North Run the previous weekend, went ahead as did other sports events today. As well as the main 10k a number of other races took place, including 1k and 3k races for juniors and a 10k wheelchair race. Council cabinet member Robert Francis-Davies said: “We thank all those who came to run and watch and who…

A key step in reducing the flow of plastic waste damaging wildlife and the environment in Wales will be made today as a Bill banning single-use plastics is expected to be laid before the Senedd. Tackling the climate and nature emergencies is at the heart of the Welsh Government’s priorities. Most plastic is made from fossil fuels. Reducing it can assist our efforts towards net zero, helping reduce our carbon footprint to minimise the worst impacts of the climate emergency. In 2011, Wales was one of the first countries in the world to introduce a charge for single-use carrier bags,…

According to the Law Society, there were over 12,000 new divorce applications filed as ‘no fault’ from the period April 2021 to April 2022. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 introduced in the same period appears to have caused a spike in divorce applications. In response, specialist divorce lawyers like Brookman have been faced with an increase in enquiries on questions about the new legislation. In this article, we look at how the new laws affect divorcing couples in Wales and England.  Wales divorce statistics by region  Data from 2018 – 2020 from the Welsh Government reveals there were…

There are a number of reasons that mobile kitchens and businesses are becoming increasingly popular. They can provide a much-needed service for events or businesses, they’re easy to set up and transport, and they offer a variety of options. As a mobile business owner, you know that managing your business on the go can be a challenge. But with a little planning and preparation, you can make sure your mobile business runs smoothly, no matter where you are. In this article, learn some tips on how to manage your mobile business, so you can keep your business running smoothly, no…

Many people are looking for additional income sources that could aid them in covering their daily expenses. As the cost of living continues to rise and many of us have to ditch our cars due to high gas prices, numerous websites offer signup bonuses that we can easily take advantage of and pocket extra cash. While it might not be enough to pay for your rent that month, it’s still free money — why not get it as it’s just sitting there? Websites offer free cash for new users, and some have specific requirements, but it’s worth checking them out!…

Considering the amount of energy and resources used in mining cryptocurrency, it is important to consider how much damage is done to the environment when a person uses one. Cryptocurrency has an impact not only on the earth but also on people and society. This article will explore if cryptocurrencies are environmentally friendly. It will include information on what impact various coins have as well as how they contribute to changing climate change. The article will explore the environmental factors of using cryptocurrency as well as possible environmental solutions. The environmental impacts of using cryptocurrencies are largely neglectable because they…

Following Apple’s launch of the brand new iPhone 14 Pro, we went and bought one to put its photography capabilities to the test. We use an iPhone for lots of our on the go photography when we’re not carrying around our bulk Canon 90D. Most of the photos that you see on Wales 247 that are credited to us have been shot on one of those devices. In most cases, when we get the angles right, you’ll be hard to spot the difference. For most of us, we use our smartphones for photography because it’s really easy. It’s a point…