Author: Rhys Gregory

Office fit-out refers to the process of making an interior space suitable for occupation. It covers everything necessary to transform a raw shell into a functional, well-designed working environment. Typically, this process is categorised into shell, core, Cat A, and Cat B fit-outs. Each presents specific challenges and offers distinct benefits. Clarity regarding these stages helps stakeholders plan effectively and allocate budgets with confidence. Shell fit out Shell fit-out typically describes the initial state of a building, where the structure, exterior walls, roof, and floors are complete. Services such as plumbing, heating, and electricity are often brought to a designated…

The Wales property market has evolved over the years. Today, more Welsh homeowners seek flexible, sustainable homes with affordability.  The pandemic, which changed the work culture of Welsh employees, amplified this shift. With more people working from home, flexible living spaces that can serve as workspaces are gaining traction in Wales.  In the heart of this shift are wooden cables. Thanks to their flexibility and affordability, wooden cabins, also known as log cabins, can accommodate different uses and lifestyles.  Nowadays, you can find some good log cabins for sale, and whether you want a home office or an art studio,…

Anyone can get into investing these days. You don’t need thousands of dollars or a traditional broker to begin building wealth through the stock market – your smartphone and a modest $100 are enough to build some savings and even long-term wealth.  Choose the Right Investment App Your first step is selecting a user-friendly investment platform. There are many popular options to choose from that offer commission-free stock trading and low minimum deposits. Many of these apps have eliminated account minimums entirely, making them perfect for beginners – look for platforms that offer educational resources, intuitive interfaces, and strong security…

Transport for Wales (TfW) is launching new hourly services, evening journeys, and distance-based fares from Sunday 31 August, as part of the second phase of improvements to the T5 TrawsCymru service. This follows the successful introduction of a year-round Sunday service in July, which improved weekend travel options for both residents and visitors. These upgrades mark a significant step forward in enhancing public transport across West Wales. The T5 TrawsCymru service, operated by Richards Bros, will see the following key improvements: Hourly service Monday to Saturday: The T5 will now run every hour throughout the day, making it easier than…

A 20-year-old Bangor man has been jailed for sexually abusing two teenage girls. Cian Williams, of Rhosfryn, Penrhosgarnedd, had abused one of the children while he was on bail accused of grooming another young girl. He targeted the two girls on social media, despite them confirming they were aged 13 and 14 at the time. He tried to collect one of the girls from school, claiming he was her brother, and had offered her drugs in return for sexual favours. On arrest, his mobile phones were seized by officers, which had almost 200 images of what appeared to be young…

Deployments of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) have been taking place across south Wales this summer as part of the Safer Streets Summer Initiative commitment by neighbourhood policing teams. The aim of deployments is to locate suspects, wanted people and high-risk missing people, and continue to keep our town centres safe. As a result of recent deployments, people including shoplifters, thieves, and people wanted on warrant have been identified and stopped, ensuring the safety of local residents and businesses. Those identified include: Richard Wolsey, aged 46, of no fixed abode. After being stopped, he pleaded guilty to five counts of theft at…

More than 180 local school children have helped to shape designs for a new sport and games facility in Hailey Park. The new facility forms part of a wider £2 million programme of Neighbourhood Renewal Schemes being delivered in communities across Cardiff this financial year. Designed to be as inclusive as possible, the new facility features a practice area for football, hockey, calisthenics, rugby, netball and cricket. A central circle contains a half-court basketball area, volleyball markings and a space for football. A ‘catch-up’ area, with seating and a table-tennis table provides a separate space, away from active games and…

Business confidence in Wales fell 13 points during August to 63%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in Wales reported lower confidence in their own business prospects month-on-month, down 21 points at 65%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, down six points to 60%, this gives a headline confidence reading of 63% (vs. 76% in July). Looking ahead to the next six months, Welsh businesses identified their top target areas for growth as investing in their teams (51%), evolving their offering, for example by introducing new products or services (41%), and entering new markets (32%).…

Cardiff’s historic indoor market will be opening late on Friday 5th September from 5.30 – 9.30pm, with a live DJ and an eclectic range of independent traders putting on special offers for the event. The late opening will give visitors the chance to explore the historic market after dark, and sample exclusive dishes from resident traders and some of the best independent street food Cardiff has to offer. Visitors can graze from stalls including Ffwrnes (Neapolitan pizza), Pierogi (Polish dumplings), Tukka Tuk (Keralan street food) Bao Selecta (Asian Bao buns) and Dirty Gnocchi (celebrated for their cheese-wheel pasta) whilst enjoying…

Swansea International Jazz Festival from 4-7 September 2025, promising four days of exceptional live music lighting up the city’s Maritime Quarter. Organised by Swansea Council, the festival will once again transform the city into a hub of jazz excellence, celebrating music, culture, and community. The festival opens on Thursday 4 September with a special show by Pete Long & Simon Spillett’s Jazz Scurriers at Cu Mumbles. From Friday through to Sunday, the National Waterfront Museum will host a dynamic programme, featuring acclaimed artists such as Paul Booth Quartet; Triple H Horns featuring Mo Pleasure, Kedma Macias, and Wayne Hernandez; London…