Author: Rhys Gregory

First Minister Mark Drakeford and Plaid Cymru Leader Adam Price have today set out a way forward for Senedd reform. They want Senedd reform to be implemented in time for the next election in 2026, even if some of the changes are introduced on an interim basis. They have set out a joint position statement in a letter to Huw Irranca-Davies, the chair of the cross-party Special Purpose Committee on Senedd Reform. It is designed to support the committee’s work to make recommendations, which will shape a Senedd Reform Bill. The committee must publish its report by 31 May. It…

The Welsh Government’s Counsel General has said the biggest change under a devolved justice system would be a reduced prison population. He described short prison sentences as “counterproductive” as he emphasised the benefits of alternatives to custody, and said the excessive money spent on prisons could be reinvested in areas such as treatment programmes. It came in a speech to the Welsh Centre for Crime and Social Justice’s annual conference in Newtown earlier today, where Mick Antoniw outlined what the Welsh Government is doing to deliver change under the current system as well as his vision for a devolved justice…

Travel insurance policies are a good idea for anyone who is planning on traveling. Perhaps the most important reason is that travel insurance can help protect you from unexpected costs in the event that something goes wrong. For example, if you have to cancel your trip last minute due to an unexpected illness or if your luggage is lost or stolen, a travel insurance policy will reimburse you for your losses. Additionally, travel insurance can also help protect you in the event of an accident or emergency while you are traveling. If you need to be hospitalized while abroad, for…

iMind is one of the more scalable and inclusive conference call services. The iMind team designs the software being created. The platform has its own technological stack. Many iMind.com reviews describe many useful and simple functions and features of the service. One of the main advantages of the platform is simplified video conferencing and messaging on any device. What opportunities does the iMind conferencing platform have? iMind video conferencing platform provides useful opportunities. The main of them are: 4 different plans: Free, Pro, Business and Enterprise; possibility to create up to 10 rooms with Free plan; simultaneous screen sharing for…

With a small population of 3.19 million people in the country of whales, a study has confirmed that over 50% have accounted to be active gamblers. Despite the trend that all the most famous casinos are moving online, the land-based casino industry is still booming, and players still prefer brick-and-mortar casinos for various reasons. Most hotels opt to have an in-house casino for their guests to play at, attracting quite a few tourists. This leaves us with the question – Will Wales become the next gambling destination in the World? We will review a few factors before making a decision.…

It is no secret that the world is increasingly digitizing. In today’s day and age, almost everything is done online – from shopping to banking, and even socializing. With the world becoming more and more reliant on the internet, it is no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are on the rise. After all, as our lives move online, so do the threats to our safety and security. According to  InvestingStrategy.co.uk ”The importance of cyber security will continue to grow as cyber crimes increase. The beginning of 2022 has been rough on the stock market as a whole especially for the tech…

Instagram is now an unmissable platform for marketing strategies, with millions of daily active users. It’s not wrong to say that getting a position there is not always easy. Influencers are all around us on the platform, with many having hundreds of thousands or millions of Instagram followers. Making a name to get famous is not an easy task when you are at your initial stage and starting from scratch or only building a small community with a few thousand followers. In this article, you will read: What are the best sites to buy Instagram followers UK? The advantages of…

Once again, the annual search for the UK’s favourite National Lottery funded people and projects will recognise those individuals and organisations who have made an extraordinary impact in their community – especially during these unprecedent times.  National Lottery players raise more than £30 million every week for good causes and we know this money is being used in amazing and inspiring ways. As part of The National Lottery Awards, we want to celebrate those whose selfless dedication and fantastic work makes such a difference in villages, towns and cities across the country.  Encompassing all areas of National Lottery funding, you…

Neath-based mortgage brokerage First Financial Solutions has undergone a re-brand and is now known as First Mortgage Solutions in a move that supports its nationwide client base. Established in 2008, the brand was developed with a focus on the South Wales marketplace, however, growth by reputation soon created a strong client base across the UK and it is this national presence that the firm is now looking to develop. ‘When I established the firm in 2008, I couldn’t have imagined that I would have been able to recruit the calibre of mortgage advisers that I have.  And it is thanks…

Welsh teenager Matt Rees endured a trying weekend at the home of British motorsport, Silverstone, at the weekend (7/8 May) for rounds four, five, and six of the GB3 Championship Partnered by the BRDC. The youngster entered the weekend in high spirits after having a positive test on Thursday, having been in the top three in every session, leaving him and the team optimistic ahead of qualifying. Unfortunately, Matt wasn’t quite able to bring in his Pirelli tyres in an optimal fashion during the session, meaning he lost performance in the closing stages as others improved their times. Starting race one…