Author: Rhys Gregory

Public consultation is set to take place over plans that could transform the centre of Pencoed and deliver some of Bridgend County Borough’s biggest ever transport infrastructure improvements. Between Monday 8 November 2021 – Sunday 30 January 2022, people will be asked for their views on ambitious plans to address long-standing traffic congestion issues in Pencoed which have prevented new development and economic investment from taking place. If approved, the £17m plans will enable the eventual closure of Pencoed’s level railway crossing by rebuilding the Penprysg road bridge so that it can accommodate two-way traffic, and creating a safe, all-new…

Do you know someone who regularly goes the extra mile for others, is an outstanding charity fundraiser, or has put the local area on the map by achieving something special over the past 18 months? As the year comes to a close, the Mayor of Bridgend County Borough is asking local residents to put forward their nominations of individuals, groups or businesses who are worthy of a Mayor’s Citizenship Award. Past winners have included a nine-year-old who fundraised to help koalas in the Australian wildfires, a man who wheeled four marathons and six half marathons after being diagnosed with a…

Applications for grants are being invited now for projects within Powys which will promote social inclusion, reduce poverty, and help develop and sustain our rural village communities. Funding of up to £7,000 is available to support 10 projects through Arwain, the county’s LEADER programme, which aims to get residents, businesses and communities involved in delivering innovative solutions to address economic, social and environmental challenges.* The types of projects that may be funded include pilot projects – small scale and time limited activities aimed at testing out a concept or to try an innovative technique; feasibility studies to undertake research into…

The Rhydyfelin Community Group has created a cascading waterfall of poppies, flanked by the silhouettes representing the Fallen of the First and Second World Wars. The works have been created to mark Armistice Day 2021 and are proudly on display outside Rhydyfelin Community Centre. The silhouettes are the creation of retired labourer Michael Mottram. Councillor Maureen Webber, Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Deputy Leader and Armed Forces Champion, also a member of the Rhydyfelin Community Group, said: “We have created this Display of Remembrance to honour our Armed Forces family, past and present. “It is a fitting tribute for those that have served and continue to serve, both at home and overseas, as well as those who gave…

Some students will be able to vote at their college in next May’s local government elections, as part of efforts to increase voter turnout. The Welsh Government has announced details of four flexible voting pilot schemes being taken forward by local authorities. The next Welsh local government elections will be held on 5 May 2022. The pilots will mean people in the Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly and Torfaen council areas will be able to vote before polling day. Coleg Gwent’s Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone in Ebbw Vale will be used as an early polling station in the week leading to…

The Health Minister is urging people to have their autumn Covid-19 booster vaccination to support the NHS ahead of winter. More than half a million people have now had their Covid-19 booster vaccination in Wales, including three-quarters of care home residents, more than half of 70 to 74-year-olds and more than a quarter of 65 to 69-year-olds. Health Minister Eluned Morgan will say at a press conference today: “Our NHS and care workforce is doing an incredible job but they are exhausted – they’ve worked flat out and have done everything we have asked of them. “We can support the…

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Consultants have been in the MBA admissions business for a long time, and they offer an array of services to prospective students. There are some applicants out there with compelling reasons why you should hire one, and others who will argue that an admissions consultant isn’t worth the money. Applying to business school is expensive and time-consuming enough. Hiring a consultant can add to those expenses, as well as your stress levels. One of the most common reasons MBA applicants hire MBA Admissions consultants is that they don’t know how to market themselves. Many MBA candidates come from non-business backgrounds…

Wales is one of the most popular countries in the United Kingdom. From its rugged coastlines to its mountainous National Parks, one can really say that this Celtic nation is blessed with natural wonders. But the marvels of Wales don’t necessarily end there, aside from their natural beauty, they also have man-made tourist attractions like the red-brick Victorian Pierhead Building and the iconic Principality Stadium. These landmarks are what drive tourists to visit this beautiful country. With many tourists visiting Wales, of course, they need to add other attractions to maintain the good standing of their tourism industry. What could…