Author: Rhys Gregory

Finboot has appointed Dr Lea Borkenhagen, a world leading expert on sustainable business and innovation, to its advisory board. Lea has held a number of senior positions in the sustainable business sector, including a decade at Nike where she led the establishment and delivery of a brand-led collaboration of Chief Operating and Sustainability Officers from leading global fashion, retail, and sportswear brands. The goal was to accelerate the adoption of sustainability across the industry through collaboration. She was also a Sustainable Agriculture Board Member at Unilever. Founder of Borkenhagen Advisory, Lea provides strategic advice on innovative approaches to help companies and…

Buy cheap, sell dear. That’s the motto of life that follows every stockbroker, real estate agent or car salesman. Used car markets operate in the same manner. Therefore, it’s no surprise that there are countless opportunities to obtain cars as investment vehicles. However, being a collector of high-end vehicles requires a considerable investment as well as not-insignificant carrying costs. Tons of deep general knowledge about cars is a must too. The experts from the car history registry carVertical analyzed the automotive market and prepared a list of 10 cars you shouldn’t sell due to their significant growth in value. They…

Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced it intends to begin work to demolish the vacant former GP surgery at Lansbury Park, Caerphilly. The building, which is surrounded by council owned land, became vacant when the previous GP retired, and no prospective owners expressed interest in the property. A decision was taken by the council to purchase the property so that it could be merged with its surrounding assets. The property was not considered appropriate for the delivery of alternative services due to its condition and configuration and so a decision was made to proceed with demolition to avoid the building…

SWANSEA Council is set to invest tens of millions of pounds extra this year in vital services that touch the lives of city residents every day. Extra funding of £35m will see record levels of spending on schools and social care, while community services like street cleaning and litter removal will get more support too. Rob Stewart, Leader of the Council, said: “The budget will see the biggest-ever single round of investment in council services in Swansea. It will be a record-breaker by any measure.” A report to Cabinet on February 17 reveals how the council has supported residents, businesses and…

The Aberfan Chinese takeaway in Merthyr Tydfil was found to be operating in poor hygiene conditions and ordered to close due to a rodent infestation. The Council’s Environmental Health Department received a complaint from a concerned member of the public who had spotted rats in the rear yard of the food business. An unannounced inspection carried out by an Environmental Health Officer on 4th August 2021 identified immediate hygiene concerns within the business. The kitchen was dirty, food was being exposed to contamination and there was clear evidence of a rodent nest within the storeroom where food ingredients were being…

Hair salons, barbers and beauticians across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan have been asked for their support to help tackle violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence. Around 650 businesses across the region will be receiving information and resources this month to help raise awareness of the issue and enable them to signpost any clients needing help to local and national specialist support providers. The consequences of domestic abuse and sexual violence can be far reaching and have a serious impact on all aspects of victims’ lives so this initiative aims to ensure that everyone experiencing abuse -…

Major refurbishment and redesign works have been completed at Treorchy Library as part of a joint £150,000 investment by the Council and Welsh Government to improve the facilities for users and the local community. Treorchy Library, situated opposite the Park & Dare Theatre, in the heart of the community, is regularly used by residents of all ages. These improvement works make the library more accessible for all users. Councillor Rhys Lewis, Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Cabinet Member for Climate Change & Communities, said: “I am delighted that the works at Treorchy Library have now been completed, making the venue more…

Residents and road users will notice increased activity near the Llanharan railway bridge next week – as the Council’s contractor begins to prepare the site for a replacement footbridge to be installed in early summer. Following the demolition of the damaged footbridge in January 2022, the Council’s contractor Centregreat Ltd will begin the construction phase of the replacement scheme from Monday, February 14. The new bridge is currently being constructed off site, and the works schedule is to lift it into place during early summer – once the necessary preparations on site have advanced. Initial activity from Monday will include…

A creative writing workshop with Anni Llŷn and a Book Fair for Parents will be among the highlights of ‘Amdani’, the virtual Learn Welsh Festival of Reading, which will be held for the second time by the National Centre for Learning Welsh. Anni Llŷn will hold a creative writing workshop for learners on Thursday evening 3 March at 7pm.  The event is suitable for learners at Intermediate + levels who want to put pen to paper with the well known author and presenter. The aim of the virtual festival, which will be held between 28 February and 4 March, is…

BBC’s The Apprentice recently visited the action-packed Zip World Llechwedd to film a task for an episode with contestants around the outdoor adventure centre. The episode, which aired last night (10th February 2022), saw the candidates attempt a task in Wales around promoting tourism whereby the group was asked to plan an adventure-filled experience for holidaymakers and corporates. The contestants were asked to create a bespoke package from the adrenaline-seeking activities offered, along with a cheese tasting masterclass with cheese matured onsite in 1 of the 16 underground levels of the mine. The team at Zip World share their experience…