Author: Rhys Gregory

World leading soft drinks company Britvic has renewed its partnership with the Welsh Rugby Union until 2027. As an official supplier to the Home Union, the drinks distributer has supplied Principality Stadium with beverages from its own leading brand portfolio including Fruit Shoot, Robinsons, Tango, J2O, London Essence, with PepsiCo brands such as Pepsi, 7UP and Lipton Ice Tea since 2018. Benjamin Griffiths, Director of Foodservice & Catering says, “We’re delighted to continue our sponsorship with the WRU.  We know that brands such as Pepsi MAX, Tango, and the London Essence Company’s premium tonics are the perfect fit for visitors…

The first ‘Big Bocs Bwyd’ scheme in Blaenau Gwent was officially launched at Willowtown Primary School in Ebbw Vale this week. The scheme, which is a modified shipping container turned into a school shop, means children and families at the school, as well as members of the local community, will be provided with food items and only asked to pay what they can afford. They will also be supported with authentic learning experiences through growing and cooking food. Currently, the shop will open on a Monday and Wednesday, with plans to hopefully extend this. Schemes like Big Bocs Bwyd can…

The proposed precept for Dyfed Powys Police will be put under scrutiny at the first meeting of the Dyfed Powys Police and Crime Panel in 2023. Panel members will meet on January 27 to discuss the precept and challenge Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn on his budget plans for the coming year. The panel, made up of members nominated by the four councils in the force area plus two independent members, has the power to approve or veto the proposed police precept. Local policing is funded from a Home Office grant, as well as contributions from the public via…

Once completed, this will become a meeting point for different modes of transport, creating a hub for sustainable forms of travel. Adjoining the Council’s Grade II listed Docks Office building, the project is being delivered in partnership with the Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) and Welsh Government. It will connect train, bus, cycle and taxi services as well as offering close by park and ride facilities. Cllr Bronwen Brooks, Leader of the Vale of Glamorgan Council, said: “This is an ambitious, forward-thinking project, originally identified in the Local Development Plan, that can help make sustainable travel more comfortable, convenient, and appealing. “Linking…

A survey of more than 2,300 UK SME exporters has revealed UK overseas trade continues to languish as the global economy heads into another difficult year. The British Chamber of Commerce’s (BCC) quarterly Trade Confidence Outlook for Q4 2022 showed that the squeeze on SME exporters’ operating margins remains. Three main cost pressures continue to dominate as utilities, labour costs and raw materials are again the biggest concerns cited by exporters. More UK SME exporters are continuing to report falling export sales (27%) than are reporting an increase (26%). In Wales, the figures are even more stark as a third…

Plantasia Tropical Zoo, managed by leisure operator Parkwood Leisure, is set to launch Jungle Escape, the world’s biggest and most unique 60 minute Escape Game. The South Wales zoo has partnered with ‘The Escape Game’ Swansea to develop this new and exciting experience. The Escape Game is a Play an in-real-life (IRL) escape room company operating in Llansamlet and the USA. They have partnered with Plantasia to develop what they see as “the most unique escape game out there”, in which participants will need to find clues, solve puzzles, and complete challenges, to escape the jungle itself. Always looking to…

This month, 90 community groups and organisations across Wales are welcoming the New Year with news of a grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.   The National Lottery funding is being used to bring isolated people together in warm spaces, to support people struggling with the rising cost of living, and to improve the wellbeing of vulnerable people.  Thanks to National Lottery players, more than £30 million a week is raised for good causes, including King’s Church in Newport. They have been awarded a £499,919 National Lottery grant to deliver much needed food and supplies to support families in need of…

New research has revealed how UK families will be cutting down on family activities this winter as a result of the cost-of-living crisis. Better, the UK’s leading leisure operator, surveyed over 500 UK families to understand the cutbacks they are making on recreational activities over the next few months and revealed that a third (33%) will be spending less on family and children’s activities this year compared to last year. As a result, 66% are looking or planning to look for free and cheap activities to help keep their families active and entertained, while also saving money. While 25% said…

The online gambling industry in the United Kingdom has seen a surge in popularity, surpassing traditional brick-and-mortar casinos in terms of revenue and player engagement. The rise of online gambling in the UK can be attributed to a combination of factors, including the convenience and accessibility of online platforms, an increase in mobile technology usage, and a shift in consumer preferences towards online gaming experiences. One aspect contributing to this trend is the availability of low deposit options, such as the 10 minimum deposit casino. This type of casino allows players to try out different games and platforms with a small…

Businesses are now relying heavily on mobile applications for their growth and it is not a surprise considering how popular mobile apps have become over the past few years. If you are a business owner who has decided to get a mobile app developed for his company or looking to start a business with your own mobile apps, we have got for you some tips that will help you with the app development. During app development, people who aren’t familiar with the industry or haven’t developed an app before, make many mistakes. If you want your mobile app to be…