Author: Rhys Gregory

Works to ensure the long-term safety of a reservoir in Snowdonia have been completed. Situated in Gwydir Forest near Betws y Coed, the works mean that Llyn Tynymynydd can better withstand extreme weather events. The work, carried out for Natural Resources Wales (NRW) by contractor Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK, involved strengthening embankments and constructing a new rock spillway to safely convey water from the reservoir to a local stream. Located in a Site of Special Scientific Interest, the work was carried out sensitively and now helps maintain water levels in this nationally important wetland habitat. Around the reservoir there…

UKHospitality Cymru has written to members of the Welsh Senedd outlining proposals for the support of Welsh hospitality businesses during the “firebreak” lockdown and beyond. The letter highlights the scale of the crisis facing the sector and proposes measures to safeguard and support the 140,000 directly employed in hospitality across Wales. UKH has highlighted the need for extended and sustained emergency support to ensure that businesses survive the winter. There is particular concern for businesses who are unable to access grant support due to their rateable values exceeding £51k. The trade body has also urged the Welsh Government to ensure…

Synthite of Mold has announced the sudden death of its long-standing managing director.  Kevin Jones, 64, passed away unexpectedly following a very short illness on Saturday 17 October. A well-known figure in the local business community, Kevin, who was born and brought up in Flint, joined formaldehyde manufacturer Synthite in 1987 as a chemical engineer. He became engineering manager, then general manager following the company’s relocation of operations from West Bromwich to Mold in 1991, and managing director in 1999. During his tenure, the business consolidated its base at Alyn Works, Denbigh Road, and diversified. Developments Kevin oversaw included expansion…

A Sandycroft-based IT support company has acquired a Chester counterpart, a move which managing director Paul Crudge describes as ‘tremendously exciting’ for its customers and colleagues. Pro-Networks Ltd will retain Ten Ten Systems’ workforce as part of the deal, which will take its staffing levels to 32. Ten Ten Systems’ directors, Steve and Karen Birks, will stay on as consultants. As an award-winning Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Pro-Networks Ltd has positioned itself over two decades as a leading provider of business IT support and IT systems engineering. Over the same period, Ten Ten Systems has earned an enviable reputation for…

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Cardiff based Pelican Healthcare Ltd, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of disposable stoma products in the UK and Ireland healthcare markets, has invested approximately £500k in new solar panels to ensure its manufacturing processes are completely delivered via sustainable, green energy. The investment sees Pelican responding directly to Cardiff Council’s new One Planet Cardiff strategy which aims for Cardiff to be a carbon neutral city by 2030. Energy represents a key theme of the strategy; how it’s used, sourced, distributed and generated and Pelican is leading the way as a major manufacturer in the city. The installation of the…

Welsh independent school Christ College Brecon welcomed a herd of furry friends as part of a wellbeing afternoon for young pupils. Six alpacas from local business Alpaca My Boots visited the school ahead of the half term holiday on October 23, surprising twenty-three year 7 pupils during their personal and social education (PSE) lesson. Based at Blaenrheon Farm in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, Alpaca My Boots allows adults and children to experience walking and feeding alpacas. The company offers a variety of mindfulness packages including yoga and alpaca treks in tranquil, breathtaking locations as well as…

LEADING colleges joined forces to provide furloughed, at risk and low-paid workers with an opportunity for change. Coleg Cambria and Grwp Llandrillo Menai have united with North Wales Regional Skills Partnership to promote the Personal Learning Account (PLA) scheme. PLAs give anyone over the age of 19 and living in Wales, in employment earning less than £26,000 or on  a zero hours contract, furloughed or at risk of redundancy, access to part-time courses that will enable them to find employment or switch careers. Both FE institutions offer a range of qualifications in myriad sectors including engineering, construction, IT, financial services,…

Deliveroo, the British food delivery service, is on the look-out for drivers and riders in Bridgend, where the service is due to launch later next month. Deliveroo is appealing to car, bicycle, scooter or motorbike riders or drivers to deliver food from restaurants and grocery retailers across the city, cooked fresh to order and delivered to customers in as little as 20 minutes. The ever-growing UK Deliveroo team are looking for locals who drive cars or ride a motorcycle, or perhaps enjoy cycling as a hobby or are looking for a way to keep fit, with the added benefit of…

Ahead of Halloween interior design company Leader Furniture has teamed up with Help! My House Is Haunted’s Barri Ghai to share insight into haunted houses – and how you can tell if your home has a special guest. According to Barri a sudden drop in temperature is the number one sign that your house has a ghost, so if you find yourself turning up the thermostat but still shivering it could be a signal that your home has an unwanted visitor. Temperature changes linked to paranormal activity are usually quick – you won’t gradally feel the temperature change, but instead…