Author: Rhys Gregory

A LEADING law practice is celebrating 25 years with a recruitment drive and a surge in clients across multiple sectors. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors, based in Chester, St Asaph and Menai Bridge, has taken on three new faces including Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury (PI) lawyer, Elen Roberts. Originally from Anglesey and now living in Rowton, Elen has spent more than two decades in the legal arena including high-profile work on The Thirlwall Inquiry, set up to examine events at the Countess of Chester Hospital and their implications following the trial, and subsequent convictions, of former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby. The…

Pioneering alcohol-free craft brewer Drop Bear Beer Co., continues to reshape the beer landscape with the launch of its innovative Cut Lager series. The series debuts a cold-fermented lager, cut four ways with a variety of fruit: Pink Grapefruit, Raspberry, Peach, and Guava. Crafted for moderators and mindful drinkers alike, each cut lager expertly balances the crisp, clean refreshment of a classic lager with a fruit ‘cut’ that adds a bold juicy finish. As a leading brewer in the low & no space that is fiercely female-owned and operated, Drop Bear continues to push boundaries. The Cut Lager series aims…

A leading education consultancy is celebrating a decade in business, having supported thousands of teachers across Wales and beyond to improve their practice and make an impact in the classroom. Impact Wales, based in Caerphilly, provides professional learning support for schools and teachers, including bespoke training sessions and resources. The business was founded in 2015 by former teachers Finola Wilson and Jane Miller, who have more than 40 years of combined experience in teaching and education. They have since worked with more than 300 schools, delivered training sessions to thousands of teachers and produced professional resources that have been used…

Law firm, HCB Widdows Mason has announced two significant additions to its team, welcoming Angie Gurdon as Legal Practice Manager and Lorraine Watts as the new Head of Family Law, both based in Cardiff. These appointments underscore HCB’s commitment to strategic growth and enhancing its service offerings across South Wales. Angie Gurdon: Legal Practice Manager Angie Gurdon joins HCB Widdows Mason who brings over 10 years of experience working in a number of well-known legal firms in South Wales as  practice manager. She has developed a strong commitment to all things compliance and practice management but started her working life…

The man who died in Barry on Monday night has been named as 38-year-old Kamran Aman. Police were called to a report of stabbing in Barry Road just before midnight on Monday, June 30. Father of one Kamran died, and a murder investigation was launched. His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers. An incident room has been set up at Cardiff Central Police Station and detectives are appealing for anyone with information to please come forward. Detective Superintendent Mark O’Shea, of the force’s Major Crime Team, said: “Extensive enquiries are continuing as we establish the tragic events which took…

A man from Neath Port Talbot has been jailed after he was found guilty of rape and several other offences. 29-year-old Curtis Evans, from Glynneath, raped his victim on three occasions in June 2024. He also strangled her, and on another occasion bundled the victim into his car whilst telling her he was going to kill her. After pleading not guilty to all charges, Evans was found guilty of three counts of rape and one count of intentional strangulation as well as one count each of kidnapping, threats to kill, ABH and stalking. Evans has been handed a sentence of…

In celebration of Cymru’s historic qualification for the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, the FAW has unveiled Yr Arwyr: Our Cymru Murals to honour the Cymru squad and their roots in communities across the country. For the first time in their history, the Cymru Women’s National Team will compete in a major international tournament. In recognition of this defining moment, bespoke murals have been commissioned at schools and football clubs across Wales that have personal connections to each of the players selected for the squad. Created by a network of diverse and talented local artists, each mural will be uniquely styled…

The FAW has launched a dedicated page for supporters travelling to the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 this July. The page serves as a central hub, offering essential information about the host cities of St. Gallen and Lucerne, as well as general guidance on activities in Switzerland and tournament-related updates. Supporters will find detailed insights on both host cities, including fan zone activities, catering options, fan walks, public transport options and directions to stadiums for all three Cymru matches. The fan zone section has been designed to answer the majority of supporter queries, featuring comprehensive information and FAQs in each category.…

Two Swansea start-up companies have been named among the best in Wales. At the regional finals of the UK start-up awards, The Cusp won marketing, advertising and public relations start-up of the year, while Hannah Worth, of Bowla – a Bowl with a Roll – won young entrepreneur of the year. The Cusp has been supported by a website development grant and a business growth grant from Swansea Council via the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Bowla – a Bowl with a Roll – has been supported by a website development grant. Founded by Jess Hickman and Louise Rengozzi,…

A plan to look at developing a disused school site for modular homes that could be used as temporary accommodation for local homeless people will be discussed by senior Councillors next week. The ex-school site at Augustine Way, Haverfordwest could also include units to help relieve one-bed pressures, including accessible/wheelchair friendly accommodation or for those having to move out if urgent refurbishments are needed on council houses. Demand for one-bedroom accommodation remains high in Pembrokeshire with more than 2,000 people on the housing list for this type of home and single person households make up the majority of homeless cases.…