Author: Rhys Gregory

voco St David’s Cardiff have launched pioneering treatments in their five star spa from Hashtag Organics ‘La Rue Verte’, a luxury skincare range derived from cannabidiol (CBD) oil.  The expert therapists, all of whom will have received the world’s first CBD cosmetology qualification, will harness the therapeutic benefits of the cannabidiol derived products in conjunction with healing techniques, including reflexology mapping, so that every client can feel targeted relief on their journey to spa induced serenity. Several clinical studies have demonstrated CBD oil can stimulate the endocannabinoid system, a biological system in the body responsible for creating optimum functionality. This system has been directly linked to alleviating inflammation and pain as well as non-physical pains such as anxiety and mood.   Phil Bailey, Spa…

St David’s Cardiff is celebrating the best of Wales, and launching a new limited edition make-up palette in honour of St David’s Day. The new and exclusive Colours of Cymru eyeshadow palette pays homage to local sayings and icons, bringing them to life in 35 vivid colours that you’ll only truly appreciate if you’re Welsh or live in Wales. For the first time, you can wear the eye-catching shade of Caroline Street’s infamous late-night takeaway captured in the colour Chippy Lane Sglodion or be emblazoned with the lush greens of the valleys in the shades of Green Green Grass of…

South-Wales-based firm of Accountants, Mazuma Money, have stunned the market by launching their own bookkeeping software for small businesses as part of their subscription service. Since their launch in 2006, the multi-award-winning firm has carved a niche in the small business market using their innovative purple envelope system to handle clients’ accounts; and now they’ve made a huge splash in the tech space in a way that is sure to ruffle some feathers. Naming the software MazApp, the technology has all the great features of rivals like Xero, but with one huge advantage – there are accountants behind it that…

RDM Electrical & Mechanical Services is set to begin work on a highly innovative project – the first of its kind in the UK – to install a comprehensive raft of integrated energy-saving, sustainable technologies at Swansea University’s Bay Campus on behalf of Swansea University. The South Wales-based building services provider is working with its sister company EFT Consult to provide design of the cutting-edge project, which will encompass a commercial rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV) scheme, a carport solar PV scheme, a battery energy storage system (BESS) and electric vehicle (EV) chargers. A bespoke control system (Schneider Microgrid Controller) will…

Ambitious plans for Caerphilly County Borough Council to develop new homes on two sites have been endorsed by its Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Committee, during a remote meeting held on 10th February. Scrutiny members endorsed, in principle, proposals to create a flagship mixed tenure development on the site of the former Oakdale Comprehensive School and an innovative later living scheme on the former Ty Darran care home site in Risca. The council has already carried out feasibility studies to assess the suitability of the brownfield site in Oakdale and a planning application has been submitted.  If approved, the development would…

The Nikwax Caerphilly Challenge Series is set to return on Saturday May 7th 2022 – with its 10th Caerphilly Challenge Series, The Twmbarlwm Trek. The Twmbarlwm Trek however, is much older than 10 years, with the first Trek taking place 38 years ago in 1984. Organised by Islwyn County Borough council. Norman Liversuch one of the 1984 organisers, and now one of the Challenge Series volunteers, was asked how the Trek has changed since 1984. Norman told us: “The routes and countryside haven’t changed. The views from all the high points are still as spectacular as in 1984. “Technology has changed things…

A new 360 place primary school and adjoining childcare facility in Glyncoed, Ebbw Vale, has moved a step closer after planning permission was formally granted. Blaenau Gwent Council will now look to secure a contractor for the construction of the development through a tender process. The build is the result of partnership working between the Council and the Welsh Government as part of the 21st Century School Programme, designed to invest into the school estate across Wales. This is a part of Band B Blaenau Gwent programme, which runs until 2025, and will see an investment of in the region…

Following engagement with a number of experts, stakeholders and care leavers, the Welsh Government has outlined plans to extend support for care leavers through a Basic Income pilot in Wales. The pilot will enhance the support available to young people as they leave care and assess the impact that has on them.  It will provide a test for the stated benefits of basic income, such as addressing poverty and unemployment and improving health and financial wellbeing. All young people leaving care who turn 18 during a 12 month period, across all local authority areas, will be offered the opportunity to…

The Oldford infant school site in Welshpool will undergo refurbishment work to create an Early help hub for families in the area. The Centre will be a “one stop shop” providing services to support families’ learning, social care and health needs. The centre will provide activities such as parent and toddler groups, baby massage, information, Incredible Years Parenting Training programmes, health advice, family support and counselling. The refurbishment of the building situated in the heart of a Flying Start catchment is funded by Welsh Government Flying Start Capital funding. Pave Aways Building Contractors has been awarded to carry out the…

All bus passenger journeys starting and finishing in Swansea will be free until 7pm on Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th, Monday 21st, Friday 25th, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th February so families can get out and about together without worry about the fare. The free travel initiative was launched during last year’s school summer holidays with tens of thousands of people taking the chance to travel for free to do the shopping, see friends for a coffee or visit local landmarks. Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council, said the offer was back because of popular demand. He said: “The Free Bus initiative has…