Author: Rhys Gregory

Property consultancies Knight Frank and Fletcher Morgan have helped secure three new occupier lease agreements at Cardiff’s tallest office building, Capital Tower. Asset manager Trinova acquired the 270 ft tall multi-let building in 2018, and has developed a range of flexible options working with Chadwick Flexspace Solutions to suit occupiers’ modern office working needs, from a single desk in fully-serviced space, to a bespoke managed office agreement or traditional longer term leases in suites from 1,200 sq ft to floors of 5,500 sq ft. The flexibility has paid off perfectly for insurance services provide Rostella which in 2018 moved into…

A man who repeatedly stabbed another male during a violent assault in Rhyl has been jailed. Appearing at Mold Crown Court this week, 48-year-old Steven Marcus Boyd, of Pleasant View Caravan Park, Abbey Road, Rhuddlan, was charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a knife. The incident occurred on South Kinmel Street, Rhyl on 6 November 2024. Officers attended reports of a violent altercation outside of a residential address, in which a 34-year-old male had sustained wounding injuries. Upon arrival, officers found paramedics already attending to the victim who had suffered six puncture wounds to his upper…

Swansea Council’s planning committee has approved an application for plans by the Ospreys to transform the St Helen’s ground into their new home. The plans include a capacity of more than 8,000, a new all-weather pitch, new stands, relocation of the south stand to the west end of the ground, and refurbishment of the north terrace with a roof. Council leader Rob Stewart said: “It’s vitally important for sport and the local economy that the Ospreys continue to be based in Swansea and we’re working together to make that happen. “We’re doing everything we can to support the Ospreys. We’ve agreed a lease…

The latest occupier is getting ready to move into the new Western Quayside development in Haverfordwest. The popular Tenby Brewing Company has agreed headline terms to lease the old Marychurch Foundry at Western Quayside, recognising the exciting opportunities provided by the development. Tenby Brewing Company has been brewing full flavoured independent beers since 2015, using the best quality ingredients and pure Pembrokeshire water with the offer established in Tenby and Narberth now extended further across the County. The new venue intends to serve Tenby Brewing Company’s beers and ciders, already available in many pubs, shops and restaurants across the UK. Collaboration…

Businesses in Tonypandy have voted to develop a Business Improvement District (BID) in the historic town to support future investment and development. The decision comes as the town also prepares to undertake extensive business and public consultation on the exciting Tonypandy Town Centre Strategy. Importantly, the work of the Tonypandy BID will be driven by the input of local businesses and organisations, following successful models already implemented by Your Pontypridd, Our Aberdare and Love Treorchy. Both Pontypridd and Treorchy have secured UK-wide success in the Great British High Street Awards, winning  the “Wales’ Best High Street”  and “Best Independent UK…

Following a recent monitoring visit by Estyn, Risca Community Comprehensive School has been formally removed from the ‘Special Measures’ category. Inspectors determined that the school has made significant and sustained progress in addressing all of the recommendations previously identified. Since June 2024, Estyn has conducted four monitoring visits to assess progress following the school’s initial core inspection in September 2022, which judged the school as requiring Significant Improvement. In December 2023, following a revisit, the school was placed in Special Measures. However, with the appointment of a new Headteacher in September 2023 and the implementation of an updated Post-Inspection Action…

National Play Day celebrates the importance of play in children’s lives and highlights the value of accessible and inclusive play spaces for all children and young people.  This year’s theme is ‘spaces for play’ and the Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, visited the Pentref Plant (Children’s Village) at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham. During her visit, the Cabinet Secretary saw firsthand the activities and experiences available to children at the Eisteddfod, including the chance to participate in workshops, creative activities and performances. The Cabinet Secretary said: “Play is fundamental to children’s development, wellbeing and happiness. Visiting…

Record numbers of people are taking up Welsh lessons in the Wrexham area, with 640 people having completed a course in 2023-24. This is up 82% since 2017-18. One of these Welsh learners is Wrexham University worker Jonathan Lloyd. Since taking up Welsh lessons, he now regularly uses the language at work and, with support from his Dysgu Cymraeg tutors, has developed the confidence and skills to compete in this year’s Eisteddfod as part of a recital group. He said: “I use Welsh a lot at work. For me, it’s great because it’s important to use the language every day,…

Eluned Morgan has spoken about a year of delivering what people in Wales want, since she was appointed Wales’ first female First Minister a year ago today. In a post on her social media channels, the FM said: “One year ago, I became your First Minister, and I made a promise to listen, to learn and to deliver on the things that matter most to you. You were clear: Wales needs action – not more words – on four big things: health, jobs, homes and transport. “We’ve invested record sums in the NHS, with the number of people waiting longer…

The Welsh Government has allocated an additional £17m to help local authorities deliver regeneration projects that will transform town and city centres across Wales. The funding boost increases the Transforming Towns budget for 2025-26 from £40 million to £57 million to support more projects that can deliver on our regeneration ambitions. This investment will create jobs, boost economic activity and breathe new life into high streets and town centres nationwide. The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, announced the funding while visiting exemplar regeneration sites in Wrexham. Wrexham City centre is currently benefitting from more than £10…