Author: Rhys Gregory

With the warmer temperatures finally settling in, this is the time of year that is perfect for a garden party. The outdoors can act as a beautiful backdrop for your gathering, allowing your guests to get a taste of nature while socialising. But nature aside, there is plenty you need to do as a host to ensure the party is a success. Rather than stressing out about the details at the last minute, here are some simple tips that will help you to host the perfect garden party this summer. Plenty of Comfortable Seating is a Must A great place…

If you keep tabs on cybersecurity, you probably know how dynamic this landscape is. There are a lot of moving pieces, and it’s borderline impossible to see the complete picture unless you are an expert in the cybersecurity niche with years of experience. The field might even appear dull if you have no personal interest. However, some quite exciting developments will blow your mind even if you cannot fully grasp the importance of your data. Here are the seven facts about online privacy and security that might surprise you. Identity theft is the most common problem Hackers are after your…

Waking up with a hangover can throw off your entire day. You wake up with a splitting headache and feel like you didn’t sleep a wink. Anyone who has gone out drinking will agree that a hangover is the absolute worst, especially when you have plans or something to do the next day.  The good news is that there are ways to avoid a hangover or at least make your symptoms more bearable the next day. Let’s look at how to avoid a hangover after a night out.  Stay Hydrated  To start, always follow the tried and true rule of…

Relegation is a cruel mistress, especially in Premier League football. Once a team succumbs to life in the second tier, it can be a perilous struggle to get back to the promised land, a task that if not achieved first time of asking could take years to once again come to fruition. Indeed, you only need to look at the journeys of Leeds United and Nottingham Forest, two sides who ruled the roost of previous generations but suffered relegation at the turn of the century, to see how difficult it can be to establish yourself as a Premier League outfit.…

The competition in the gambling industry is high. Hundreds of casinos try to attract clients and make them register on their websites. A first deposit bonus serves as one of the most effective ways to encourage players to create an account. Still, do not get blind by huge bonuses offered by online casinos. And here, we will explain why and analyze all pitfalls. The Core of the First Deposit Bonus The first deposit bonus is a reward that is given to new casino clients for making the first replenishment. Usually, the bonus size varies between 100% and 200%-250%. Thus, players…

Swansea-based Business Butler is helping businesses to connect and grow by launching a free membership tier. Businesses joining the thriving community as Associate Members will be able to enjoy virtual and face-to-face networking, weekly LinkedIn engagement pods, event invitations, and be able to earn rewards for contributing to the community. They will also be able to access Business Butler’s unique Members Dashboard where they can manage their account and sign-up to a host of other discounted services to help their business. These include accessing the members directory or enjoying the benefits that a bespoke telecoms package delivers. Business Butler Founder…

An increase in the overall volume and value of deals coupled with high levels of co-investment in Welsh businesses has resulted in a strong performance by the Development Bank of Wales in 2021/22 according to the latest figures that have been published today. 519 investments with an average deal value of £210,276 were made in more than 460 Welsh businesses during the year ending 31 March 2022, with just over half of investments (51%) awarded to existing customers. Total investment was £109.1 million, an increase of £3.6 million compared to business as usual in 2020/21. At formation in 2017, the…

A growing family business that’s now one of Wales’s top food wholesalers with a turnover of more than £30 million is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Harlech Foodservice was founded in 1972 by Shropshire couple Colin and Gill Foskett who took over a failing frozen food company and began its transformation into a business supplying restaurants, pubs, schools and hospitals across Wales and into England. Colin’s brothers, Fred and Stephen, joined the business and the founders’ three children, Jonathan, Andrew and Laura, took over from their parents and still sit on the board and the third generation of the family are…

Business leaders have launched a major campaign to help North Wales reach net zero status. The driving force behind the crusade is the North Wales Mersey Dee Business Council who say an environmentally-responsible approach also makes sound commercial sense. The group has brought together the region’s most forward thinking entrepreneurs working collectively to achieve a greener future. Among their aims is to jointly lobby governments, local authorities and key figures in industry urging them to further invest in the development of carbon-neutral technologies. Around 30 local enterprises contributed to the inaugural Net Zero North Wales meeting at the Conwy Business…

A group of young musicians who give a fresh and vibrant sound to traditional Welsh music will be among the star attractions at a top music festival. Calan will bring their award-winning contemporary and lively approach to the North Wales International Music Festival at St Asaph Cathedral on Sunday, September 18. The group breathe new life into the old traditions through their sparkling melodies and foot tapping tunes along with spirited and energetic performances of Welsh step dancing. The concert is part of an exciting and varied programme at this year’s festival which is celebrating its 50th anniversary and runs…