Author: Rhys Gregory

Visitors to Swansea city centre may have recently noticed a new gold-coloured pathway taking shape in the area of the former St David’s Shopping Centre. Forming part of the £135m Copr Bay phase one district, the pathway will lead from close to the New Look store down to the new bridge over Oystermouth Road that connects the city centre with the Swansea Arena and coastal park development. Currently under construction, the gold-coloured pathway will pass through a new temporary area being introduced at the former St David’s Shopping Centre site to introduce more vibrancy there, pending its longer-term regeneration. A…

A new delivery team has been given conditional planning approval to take forward the transformational Afan Valley leisure resort project which could create hundreds of jobs and provide significant social and environmental benefits for communities in the area. The new team led by the Salamanca Group, a privately-held merchant banking business and home to experienced investors with a proven track record in delivery, were granted permission to progress the project to its next stages by members of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Planning Committee on Tuesday (October 12th). Now named the Wildfox Resort Afan Valley, the adventure resort will encompass a…

At yesterday evening’s (Tuesday 12 October) special meeting of the Council to discuss applying for city status, councillors voted 21-10 against pressing ahead with the bid. Members were told in a chief officers’ report that a three-week survey run on the Council’s website and social media platforms resulted in a combined overall 42.56% (758 votes) of participants in favour and 57.44% (1,023 votes) against. The total number of votes cast was 1,781. Based on the population of Merthyr Tydfil being 59,100, just over 3% (3.01%) took part in the survey. Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Transformation and Commercialisation Cllr Geraint Thomas…

Enthusiastic social care and early years staff from Rhondda Cynon Taf Council are part of a national network of WeCare Ambassadors, championing the people working in the sector whilst encouraging others to consider a rewarding career in care. Ambassadors in Rhondda Cynon Taf started their social care careers in a wide variety of ways and love their roles and the difference they make in people’s lives daily. In Rhondda Cynon Taf, Ambassadors will work with schools and colleges to introduce students to the opportunities that are available in the sector and highlight the career paths available to those who want…

Registration for the Nos Galan 2021: The Virtual Challenge is closed, after a staggering 1,500 people from all walks of life secured their spots! Each successful applicant would have received a unique registration number, make sure you keep yours handy as it will be used to cross match against evidence you have completed the challenge. Similar to the 2020 event, there will be no separate race categories or minimum times needed. You simply complete 5k between December 1 and 31 2021. Walk it, run or jog it. Hit the tracks and trails of a country park or use the treadmill…

Pontypridd Remembrance Sunday Parade And Service takes place on Sunday, November 14. Organised by the Council, in conjunction with the Royal British Legion and Pontypridd Town Council, the public event is being held within the surroundings of Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd, which celebrates its centenary in 2023. With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions now in place across Wales, the people of Rhondda Cynon Taf are once again able to attend the Pontypridd Remembrance Service and Parade after a very difficult 18 months due to the pandemic. Those attending are advised to make use of the hand sanitising stations around…

Greenway Primary School in Rumney has hosted a special tree planting ceremony to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The Queen’s Green Canopy is a unique initiative which invites people across the United Kingdom to “Plant a Tree for the Jubilee”. As part of the scheme, 70 Celebration Trees are being gifted to primary schools in 69 cities across the UK with the aim of highlighting theeducational aspects of trees and the significance of giving young people access to nature. Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of South Glamorgan, Mrs. Morfudd Meredith presented the tree, on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen,…

Bingo has grown in popularity during the last decade. Bingo used to be a game reserved for senior residents, but today it is enjoyed by individuals of all ages. This game has numerous advantages for players. It can be used to assist individuals suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, as well as to improve overall mental wellness. Along with this research finding, bingo promotes social interaction, which can result in increased physical health and wellness, among other benefits. Bingo’s popularity continues to rise because it is a great opportunity for people from all walks of life to come together for…

Following the successful launch of the Cardiff Business Club’s 2021/22 season, Andrew Davies, Chief Executive of the Kier Group, is set to headline the first live networking event on October 18 at Cardiff Hilton Hotel. The event, sponsored by Q5 Partners, will see Andrew address attendees about the construction industry today and overcoming the challenges of COVID-19, Brexit, and fuel shortages. Andrew was appointed as CEO of Kier Group plc in April 2019, prior to which he was CEO of Wates Group. This will be the first live speaker event for the Cardiff Business Club since March 2020, during which…

A recent survey carried out by Chambers Wales has revealed the attitudes of Welsh businesses to net zero commitments. Chambers Wales’ Quarterly Economic Survey is part of a British Chambers of Commerce UK-wide survey and the data gathered from responses is closely followed by governments, policymakers, the Bank of England and wider media. Over one hundred businesses took part in the independent survey of business sentiment to record the challenges and opportunities they encountered during the third quarter of the year, as well as their plans to achieve net zero. Net zero is an important facet to mitigate global warming…