Author: Rhys Gregory

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…

A beautiful West Wales glamping pod grabbed bidders attention when offered for sale at auction. Sited at popular Redberth Gardens, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, the awesome Robin Hood Safari Unit was listed with a guide price of £45,000. But the figure was soon passed as a total of seven individuals vied to secure the lot at auction by casting a total of 73 bids. Sean Roper, of Paul Fosh Auctions, said the pod, with space for six pleasure-seeking adventurers, was one of the biggest at the idyllic location which draws guests from a wide distance to enjoy its Instagramable splendour. Sean said:…

Businesses that undertake effective assessments of their artificial intelligence (AI) systems can better harness the technology’s potential to boost innovation, productivity, and growth, according to a policy paper published by global accountancy body ACCA, (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and global professional services organisation, EY. The report – AI Assessments: Enhancing Confidence in AI – explores the emerging field of AI assessments, which encompasses a broad spectrum of AI evaluations, spanning technical, governance and compliance assessments, through to more traditional assurance and audits. It outlines the role these assessments can play in evaluating whether AI systems are well governed,…

Howden, the global insurance group has bolstered its growing presence in south Wales with the appointment of five insurance experts. Chris Knowles, Stuart Daviss and Geraint Jones join the team as account handlers, and Simon Peasley and Andrew Davies join as account executives. Stuart and Geraint join Howden’s Cardiff office and Chris joins the Swansea office as account handlers, leaving their previous roles at Thomas Carroll and Towergate. In their new roles they will be working closely with Howden’s account executives to secure the best terms and cover for clients in a variety of sectors, as well as developing new…

Companies House confirms that from Tuesday 18 November 2025, legal requirements for directors and people with significant control (PSCs) of companies to verify their identities will begin. From 18 November 2025: new directors will need to verify their identity to incorporate a company or be appointed to an existing company. existing directors will need to confirm they have verified their identity at the same time as they file their next annual confirmation statement, during a 12-month transition period. existing PSCs will need to verify their identity in line with an appointed day within 12 months of the commencement of mandatory…

Organisations must skillfully manage grant funds in a digitally connected world, which makes grant software crucial. It cuts down on work and helps your team achieve more. You’ll learn how to use this software and understand its true power. Simplifying Application Processes One of the primary uses of UK grant management software is simplifying the application process. You get one convenient place to manage all your applications. Send them off, track their journey, and hear back quickly; it facilitates fewer mistakes and more time. Automating tasks frees your team to hit bigger goals. Improving Communication and Collaboration Effective communication is…

The 36 finalists for this year’s prestigious Powys Business Awards have been announced by Mid Wales Manufacturing Group (MWMG), the organiser. There are three finalists in each of the 12 categories, with several new faces included in the shortlist. The award ceremony will be held at The Hafren, Newtown on October 17.  Two Brecon companies are shortlisted twice – SudoCyber Limited for the Small Business and Technology & Innovation Awards and Silver Assist Homecare for the People Development and Business in the Community Awards. “We were delighted to receive more than 150 entries this year and it was a very…

Cardiff-based Nightingale HQ (NHQ), has launched GoSmarter.ai, an AI-powered platform designed to help steel manufacturers to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions, and improve production efficiency. Purpose-built for the reinforcement steel industry, GoSmarter.ai has already worked with manufacturers like Midland Steel to use digital tools to address practical, day-to-day challenges such as automating data extraction, optimising reinforcing bar (rebar) production planning, and monitoring environmental impact.  The launch comes at a critical time for the industry, aligning with the UK Government’s newly announced £725bn infrastructure investment strategy. The strategy, which emphasises large-scale public infrastructure development, is underpinned by digital innovation and a strong commitment to achieving net zero. In line with the…

Two Welsh elite sportswomen have launched a new business to support and upskill sports captains across the UK and beyond. They’ve been backed by a £20,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales. Captains Clubhouse is a world-first global platform, dedicated to growing and supporting sports teams’ captains, vice-captains and aspiring captains at every level, from amateur clubs to international professionals. Founders Ria Burrage-Male and Vicki Sutton have years of experience in the sports sector, including serving as team captains themselves, along with backgrounds in leadership, mentoring and consulting. Ria is founder of KIBO Group and owner of Aberdare…