Author: Rhys Gregory

Digital medication devices, trialled over a 12-month period in Bridgend, have helped over 70 participants manage their medication independently. The two piloted devices – Pivotell™ Advance and YOURmeds™ – prompt the user to take their medication and deliver the appropriate dose at the right time. They can also alert family members as well as the council’s alarm receiving centre if a dose is missed, prompting timely support. Mrs Jones trialled the medicine dispenser and was very pleased with it. The device is filled by a local pharmacy every two weeks and provides an alert when it is time for Mrs…

An additional £20 million of funding has been allocated this year to support essential capital repairs and maintenance across schools and colleges in Wales. This funding, which is part of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme, will support large scale maintenance works such as replacement of roofs, window systems, heating and ventilation systems, and electrical works. The Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme has rebuilt or refurbished 20% of the school estate over the last decade, and the funding for capital maintenance during 2025-26 now totals £50 million. The Welsh Government’s total 2025-26 investment allocation through the Sustainable Communities for Learning…

Schemes across Wales which encourage children and young people to adopt healthy walking habits are going from strength to strength The organisation Living Streets has delivered a travel tracker which has a reward system to encourage children to travel to school by active and sustainable travel. Between 2023 and 2025 the organisation worked with over  55,800 pupils in 189 primary schools and 7700 pupils in 42 secondary schools, logging over 5.4 million journeys as part of the Welsh Government funded Walk to School programme. . Three Welsh Schools featured in the UK wide Top Ten “WoW tracker” schools’ leaderboard. Due…

Iris Care Group has acquired Awelon Healthcare, expanding the group’s highly regarded residential provision with two further specialist services. Awelon Healthcare has provided high quality residential services in South Wales for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs for over 15 years. Iris Care Group was established to deliver a fully integrated pathway of specialist services for people with complex care and support needs, bringing together specialist hospitals, nursing services, residential care, supported living and special educational needs provision across South West England and Wales. With this acquisition, Iris Care Group strengthens its established residential care division, which already includes…

2025 was a landmark year for the Swansea Bay City Deal (SBCD), marking the halfway point in its ambitious 15-year delivery plan to transform South West Wales. With major construction projects completed, new facilities opened, and thousands of skills opportunities delivered, the region is seeing tangible benefits from this £1.3 billion investment. The City Deal is an unprecedented investment funded by the Welsh Government and UK Government, the public sector, and the private sector across the counites of Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire and Swansea. It will help transform South West Wales’ urban and rural areas into a place where…

Cygnet, made its Hollywood debut as Co-Founder and world-renowned classical singer Katherine Jenkins, walked the red carpet at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes on Sunday 11th January 2026, marking a defining moment for the British brand on a global stage as a leading partner at the Golden Globes. Making a statement from the moment she stepped out, British Icon Katherine Jenkins wore a gown by Suzanne Neville, complete with Kwiat Diamonds and her shoes were Guiseppe Zanotti, delivering a look that blended modern glamour with effortless confidence. Katherine Jenkins, Co-Founder of Cygnet Gin commented: “Every year, the countdown to the…

New runners are being encouraged to nominate themselves to get involved in the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival 100 Club. Run 4 Wales are donating 100 free spaces into the event for those new to the sport to take part in either the 10K or half marathon distances. The 100 Club initiative was set up to support people in the local community who could use the event to help improve their health and wellbeing. Since it was established in 2024 it has supported over 200 runners to find their stride. Many groups such as Gwent Drug & Alcohol Service, Slimming…

An internationally renowned pianist is set to bring a forgotten First World War refugee story back to life in a powerful concert in North Wales. Llŷr Williams, who hails from Pentrebychan near Wrexham, will perform a poignant piece by acclaimed composer Brian Hughes, inspired by the Belgian families who fled the German army’s destruction and found sanctuary in Rhosllannerchrugog. The work, Prelude and Fugue on Louvaine, will be performed at the Bangor Music Festival that’s being staged at the city’s Pontio Arts Centre on Saturday. February 14, and Sunday, February 15. It is rooted in the true story of refugees…

Homebuyers who want to be first in line to reserve a new property in Mold are being invited to a launch event this week. Anwyl Homes will unveil the first homes for sale at Dol Derwen with a special evening event, being hosted at its nearby Summers Bridge development in Deeside on Thursday, January 15. The remote launch will take place ahead of a dedicated sales office and show homes opening on site at Dol Derwen in the spring. Running from 4pm to 7pm, the event will offer prospective buyers the opportunity to enjoy drinks and nibbles while exploring Anwyl’s…

Fabco Group has progressed into the second phase of its successful small-unit industrial development at Pencoed Technology Park, Bridgend. The scheme is expected to support the creation of more than 30 jobs in the local area. The second phase, known as Llanilid Court, comprises 16 units of approximately 1,300 sq ft each, arranged in three terraces. The units are scheduled to be ready for occupation by the end of Q1 2026 and are available for sale individually or combined to create larger accommodation. Llanilid Court is a direct replication of Fabco Group’s highly successful first phase, Felindre Court, which is…