Author: Rhys Gregory

Continued abuse of the counties community recycling sites not only contaminates tonnes of recycling but has also resulted in one careless Talgarth resident receiving a Fixed Penalty Notice. The £300 fine was issued after black bin bags full of general rubbish and clothing were found in and around the local card recycling bank. During interview, the owner of the waste claimed to have paid someone to take their waste away. As a result, the fine was issued under the Household Waste Duty of Care Regulations 2019, for failing to take reasonable measures to secure the safe transport and disposal of…

The First Minister will host a summit today at the Royal Welsh Show to identify ways of reducing pollution in Welsh rivers. Representatives from local government, farming unions, the building industry, water companies, regulators and environmental agencies, together with food producers will attend the meeting on the Royal Welsh Agricultural Showground in Builth Wells. Excessive phosphorus levels in Special Area of Conservation rivers are harming delicate ecosystems and wider catchment areas and could lead to problems with food production and affect housebuilding in the longer term. The Welsh Government is investing £40m over the next three years to tackle river…

The Football Association of Wales and the Welsh Government have launched a new video today, featuring several Cymru players, that aims to help tackle the issue of online sexual harassment. The thought-provoking video, ‘Calling Out: Online Sexual Harassment’, reveals conversations between Cymru international footballers Joe Allen, Lily Woodham, Esther Morgan and Joe Morrell, encouraging young people to speak up about sexual harassment online and the importance of both boys and men calling out the behaviour. The film promotes a culture of equality and respect, with further advice for families, children and educators available on Hwb, the digital teaching and learning…

The Royal Welsh Show is particularly special this year, as it takes place in person for the first time in three years, at an important time when we look at securing the long-term future of the farming industry and rural communities across Wales Minister for Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths said ahead of the event. Virtual events were held in 2020 and 2021 but this year farmers from across Wales will come together once more for one of the largest agricultural shows in Europe. The Minister said: “I know I’m not alone to be very much looking forward to this year’s…

Even though more business is being conducted digitally, today’s business owners are still looking for every possible method to increase the return on their investment. Increasing your revenue can ensure your time and money are starting to pay off. By looking at each detail, you can achieve great results. Focus on Your Fleet A business’s fleet is often one of their biggest expenses, so it makes sense to start your efforts here. A good fleet management program can save both time and money. Consider investing in dash cams, which can help you keep both fleet and workers safe. A solid…

Communication is inevitable in a modern world. It is an essential part of our lives that helps us meet people, converse with them, and create meaningful and memorable moments.  Why Do We Need Communication Skills? Communication skills are critical skills required for effectively transferring information between individuals involved. In this decade of social media networking and texting with platforms like Placetochat, meeting new people and sustaining relationships require good communication skills to have a hitch-free relationship.  Meaning Of Nonverbal Communication Words are a form of communication, but a form of communication that speaks louder by showing emotions is nonverbal communication…

Transport for Wales (TfW) and Network Rail are asking customers to check before they travel on public transport with hot weather likely to cause disruption and affect travelling conditions. With the Met Office issuing a rare amber warning for extreme heat, conditions will be challenging for travel by both rail and road, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-thirties in Wales by Monday. Temporary Speed Restrictions are likely to be in place across the rail network to reduce the risk posed by overheating rails. This will likely increase journey times and lead to short-notice alterations to services. Extreme temperatures could…

Amazon has wished a staff member Good Luck as he prepares to compete in Wales’ Strongest Man this weekend. Luke Sperduti, from Newport, is in Prime condition ahead of the event in Cardiff on July 17th. The 25 year old joined one of Amazon’s two delivery stations in Bristol as an associate in 2020, before progressing to Operations Specialist last September. Before that he spent nearly five years in the Royal Engineers, where he started to train and develop a keen interest in Strongman competitions. Luke said: “I’ve had a huge passion for Strongman for a long time and I…

Businesses in Wales have revealed the challenges they faced in the first half of the year. Businesses participated in Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid’s quarterly economic surveys in Q1 and Q2, sharing their experiences and thoughts on issues from international trade to recruitment. The Chamber’s quarterly economic surveys are independent surveys of business sentiment and a leading indicator of UK GDP growth, with the results closely watched by policymakers. Inflation remains a significant cause for concern for businesses across the two quarters as reported by 83.95% and 69.51% firms respectively. By Q2, almost two thirds of businesses…

Demand and sales were lower in the housing market in Wales during June and expectations for the next few months are muted, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) survey. In relation to new buyer enquiries and newly agreed sales, the net balances were both in negative territory at -23 and -5 respectively. This indicates that fewer potential buyers were seen in the market during the month than in May and fewer sales were going through. Short-term expectations for the market in Wales are also muted, with a net balance of +5 for price expectations and -16…