Author: Rhys Gregory

On Transgender Day of Visibility, more communities across Wales are being encouraged to apply for funding to host a Pride event to ensure every LGBTQ+ person can take part and celebrate being their authentic selves in their local area. As Census data released earlier this year showed LGBTQ+ people live and participate in every part of Wales, the Welsh Government’s Grassroots Pride Fund offers support for the development and organisation of smaller Pride events to ensure they thrive. From Barry to Bangor, Pride celebrations now take place across Wales each year – helping more people to feel free, supported and…

Scalping is a popular trading strategy in the Forex market that involves making multiple trades within a short period of time to profit from small price movements. Scalpers aim to take advantage of the bid-ask spread, which is the difference between the buy and sell price of a currency pair and make quick profits by buying low and selling high.  This trading style requires discipline, focus, and quick decision-making skills since traders need to analyze market conditions and execute trades rapidly. Identifying Scalping Opportunities in Forex To identify scalping opportunities in Forex, traders need to look for currency trading pairs…

ROUTE MEDIA is on track for another successful year after securing a major national contract. A pioneer in outdoor and digital advertising, the company is the new sales partner of Transport for Wales. Digital and static media will be on display at stations, roads and on bridges in towns and cities across the country including Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Rhyl, Wrexham, Bangor, Flint, and Holyhead, and over the border in Shrewsbury and Chester. Transport for Wales was set up by Welsh Government in 2016 to oversee public transport in Wales, and this innovative partnership reinforces its focus on customer experience, the…

Basing the Get Jerky Rally North Wales in Welshpool last Saturday has been declared a huge success by the organiser and sponsor, after the event attracted thousands of spectators to the town and surrounding area.  Organised by Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire Car Club, the event took on a distinctly fresh look thanks to a new partnership with Welshpool-based Trailhead Fine Foods and the company’s high protein Get Jerky brand of Welsh Beef jerky snacks. Moving from its traditional base in Dolgellau, the popular motorsport event started and finished in Welshpool town centre, where a large crowd gathered. The rally base…

English rock band The Cult will headline Cardiff Castle for the first time on Tuesday 4th July as part of their ‘Under The Midnight Sun’ European Tour. The band is touring in honour of their eleventh studio album, Under The Midnight Sun, which was released in October last year to critical acclaim. The album was remotely recorded for two years during the pandemic and was  produced at Rockfield Studios, where the band had recorded their debut album Dreamtime in 1984. The Cult originally formed in 1983 in Bradford. The band lineup has changed throughout the years; lead singer Ian Astbury…

Gemma Grainger has announced her Cymru squad for the upcoming international challenge matches against Northern Ireland and Portugal. Grainger has selected a 26-player squad for the second camp of the year as Cymru look to build on their unbeaten 2023 Pinatar Cup campaign in February. Ffion Morgan and Chloe Williams both return to the squad, while uncapped Coventry United midfielder Ellen Jones (on loan from Leicester City), who was called up for the training camp in June, has been selected. Grainger’s side welcome Northern Ireland on Thursday 6 April, with a 7:15pm kick-off at the Cardiff City Stadium. Tickets are…

With lighter evenings finally upon us, The Luna Cinema announces its highly-anticipated summer lineup for 2023, offering over 130 screenings at more than 30 breathtaking locations across the country. Pioneers of the open-air cinema, The Luna Cinema has welcomed over a million visitors since opening in 2008 and offers a perfectly scripted and fun night out for friends, couples and film lovers alike. With a lineup of award winning films, family favourites and feel-good classics, The Luna Cinema’s 2023 summer programme marks its 15th year as the UK’s most renowned outdoor cinema. With iconic venues serving as the backdrop for high-end…

A campaign has been launched by Working Wales to encourage adults in Wales looking to change careers to seek professional support. This follows recent research which revealed that almost three-quarters of UK workers (71%) will be looking for a new role this year. The ‘career changer’ campaign showcases the vital support that Working Wales offers to young people and adults across Wales who are looking to make a career change but are unsure of where to start. Delivered by Careers Wales and funded by the Welsh Government, Working Wales provides anyone over the age of 16 with a package of…

Thanks to a new initiative by an Anglesey-based social enterprise, five community Electric Vehicle (EV) fast charging points have been installed across the island.  Menter Môn, in partnership with Medrwn Môn and the Isle of Anglesey County Council have installed the points at community hubs as part of the Zap Môn project. With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans to be banned from 2030, the roll-out of fast chargers aims to give residents the option of going electric early. The new points are located at important community locations in Bryngwran, Llannerch-y-medd, Amlwch and Talwrn. It’s also…

Persimmon Homes West Wales has donated £5,000 to Wales Air Ambulance to help fund its Castles in the Sky art trail which will help raise vital funds for the charity. Wales Air Ambulance provides a vital service across the country, with four emergency helicopters delivering expert time-critical care to patients wherever they may be. The organisation also has eight critical care cars, which enable clinicians to reach more urban, built-up areas swiftly and remain operational when poor weather or essential maintenance prevents the aircraft from flying. Wales Air Ambulance relies entirely on charitable donations and the money gifted by Persimmon Homes West Wales is…