Author: Rhys Gregory

Business confidence across Wales gained further momentum in December and ticked up to a ten-month high while business activity fell only slightly amid a renewed increase in new orders, according to the latest Cymru Growth Tracker data from NatWest. At 49.4 at the end of the year, the headline Wales Business Activity Index – a seasonally adjusted index that measures the month-on-month change in the combined output of the area’s manufacturing and service sectors – was up from 46.8 in November and signalled the slowest decrease in output in the current four-month sequence of decline. The softer contraction in output…

The BBC and S4C have announced plans for a major new streaming partnership which will provide greater prominence for S4C programming on BBC iPlayer. Under the new plans, S4C’s Welsh language content will regularly feature on the BBC iPlayer main homepage in Wales, and landmark S4C content – including drama titles and live sports programming – will appear on the BBC iPlayer homepage across the UK for the first time. Links to S4C’s children’s services, Stwnsh and Cyw, will also be featured on the BBC iPlayer Kids homepage across the UK for the first time, improving the discoverability of Welsh…

Runners are being invited to take part in a scenic mixed terrain challenge as the Parc Margam 10k and 5k Run returns for its fifth year. Taking place on Sunday, 15 March 2026, the event will see participants run either a 5k or 10k route through the grounds of Margam Park in South Wales. From the Grade I listed Tudor mansion to the roaming resident deer, runners will be treated to striking scenery throughout the course. The event is kindly sponsored by Trade Centre Wales. Margam Park has also recently been under international attention following the discovery of an ancient…

A debt advisory team which supports businesses in the UK has signalled further staff expansion this year with a new hire covering the western and central regions. Vicky Fisher has joined UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm Azets as Assistant Manager, working out of Cardiff. Supporting businesses, Vicky worked for Lloyds Bank for 22 years and continues to sit on the board at Business in Focus, a social enterprise which helps Welsh start-ups, in a volunteer role as a non-executive director. Vicky will be working with Martyn Freeman, a Debt Advisory Director based in Gloucester. Mark Barrie, London-based…

Palé Hall, North Wales’ celebrated luxury country house hotel, will be opening a curated contemporary art exhibition later this month. ‘Earth & Memory’ launches with an exclusive opening evening on Saturday, January 31 at 4pm and runs until February 28, with guests and visitors invited to experience the evolving relationship between fine art, historic architecture and landscape. Showcasing the work of five acclaimed artists, the exhibition brings together varied practices rooted in craftsmanship, material exploration and a strong sense of place. Palé Hall is located at Llandderfel near Bala in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Jo-anna Duncalf, a ceramic artist…

A Vale of Glamorgan man who had a cardiac arrest while walking his dogs has been reunited with the passerby who helped to save his life. Alan Hale, 75, was walking his two Shih-Tzus in Sully on a Saturday morning in December when he collapsed without warning. Passerby Rachel Green, who was driving to a nearby gym, stopped her car having seen the two dogs running loose. When she realised Alan was in cardiac arrest, she dialled 999 and immediately began chest compressions. Rachel, 39, of Llandough, said: “All I saw initially was two dogs and a backpack at the…

A charity that has helped more than 20,000 children and young people with a free wig service has received a £12,000 boost from a leading principal contractor. Cardiff-based Inco Contracts has spent the last twelve months raising vital funds for the Little Princess Trust, with its team swapping construction sites for a host of fundraising activities, including golf days, office fitness challenges and, most recently, its Christmas Jumper Day! The money will be used in the delivery of life-changing wigs and funding vital research into kinder, more effective cancer treatments. This latest support forms part of the continued growth of…

When you run a small warehouse, space is your bread and butter. The more you have, the more you can sell, but making the most of vertical space can be a challenge. Mezzanine floors are a great solution that can be tailored to suit the space, but is this the right choice for your warehouse? Here are eight key things to think about before you pull the trigger on a mezzanine design. Assess Your Current Warehouse Layout Evaluate ceiling height, floor space, workflow, and overall warehouse structure before planning the mezzanine. When you hire a specialist company to install warehouse…

Wisdom tooth extraction is a common dental procedure in Singapore, yet many patients remain uncertain about the actual costs involved. Prices can vary significantly depending on the condition of the tooth, the complexity of the extraction, and the dental clinic you choose. As healthcare costs continue to evolve, understanding the wisdom tooth extraction cost in Singapore in 2026 helps patients plan both medically and financially. This guide explains average cost ranges, key pricing factors, public versus private treatment options, and why early removal often leads to better outcomes and lower expenses. Whether you are planning ahead or experiencing discomfort, this…

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