Author: Rhys Gregory

All roads usually lead to Llanelwedd for the four-day pinnacle event held on the third week of July, but 2020 will see a different take on the Royal Welsh Show with members and spectators enjoying the agricultural showcase from the comfort of their homes.  While Coronavirus restrictions have stopped the 2020 event from taking place on the showground, the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society are keen to showcase and celebrate the agricultural industry on-line. The Society, in partnership with other key organisations will ensure that all sections of the show offer an experience to new comers, and bring back memories to…

Guidance published this week by the Welsh Government, to inform the reopening of tourism and hospitality businesses, will provide welcome clarity and support for businesses, says UKHospitality. The Welsh Government on Monday published its guidance for a phased reopening of the Welsh visitor economy which would see outdoor attractions opening on 6 July, followed by accommodation businesses on 13 July, with the remainder of the sector opening at a date to be confirmed. The Welsh Government publication links to UKHospitality Cymru’s own reopening guidelines for hospitality in Wales, drawn up following extensive discussions with its members and sector stakeholders. UKHospitality…

RSPCA Cymru has launched an appeal for information after Milo returned to his Heol Cawrdaf home clearly out-of-sorts and spooked. His owners found blood coming from his body, and Milo was later breathing erratically. The nine-year-old cat was rushed to the vets and X-rays found a pellet from an air rifle lodged under his spine. Milo was left “millimetres from death” after the shooting, which took place on 14 June between 6pm and 11.30pm. The pellet had pierced Milo’s lung membrane, and – having gone into the body sideways – had dragged fur with it, before getting lodged under the…

A duck has sadly become one of wildlife’s latest victims of fishing litter, after wire became trapped tightly around the bird’s leg. RSPCA Cymru was alerted to the mallard hybrid duck’s plight after a member of the public spotted the distressed animal at Hendre Lake in Cardiff. Officers from the animal welfare charity found the duck on Monday (29 June) – whose leg had sadly gone totally limp as a consequence of her injuries. Sadly, it was felt the kindest option was to  put the duck to sleep to avoid her further suffering. The RSPCA says this incident was “totally…

North Wales beef and sheep farmer, Glyn Roberts, has been unanimously re-elected as President of the Farmers’ Union of Wales at a recent virtual meeting of the Council of the Union. Glyn Roberts first became President of the Farmers’ Union of Wales in 2015. Since then he has helped to secure #FairFarmFunding for farmers in Wales; has focussed on the importance of agriculture in rural communities and on the Welsh language; and has promoted why #FarmingMatters on a national scale. Speaking about his re-appointment, Glyn Roberts said: “It is an honour and privilege to serve as the President of the…

The bookmaking community has taken the world of online wagering by storm. From betting on your favourite team to following the latest fixtures in order to gain a better understanding of a specific sport, you can choose from countless different websites. Still, there is a problem with such a high degree of variety. There can be times when you choose a bookmaker that either lacks transparency or is unable to cater to your unique tastes. This is why it is a good idea to take a quick look at some of the features which serve to define a reputable online…

Cefn Mably Farm Park on the outskirts of Cardiff hasn’t had the best of starts to the year, having been devastated by the rising flood water in the wake of Storm Dennis. The family-run farm park is popular with young families and those looking to get up close with the great outdoors. The farm has a number of outdoor activities for children, including a climbing area and real ‘diggers’. Visitors can also get up close with the animals. In February, the farm park has had to close suddenly due to the damaged caused to its grounds as a result of…

Today, Vaughan Gething MS, Minister for Health and Social Services, has announced that the anti-HIV drug, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) will be made routinely available on the NHS in Wales. The announcement follows a three-year all-Wales study in its use as part of a wider HIV prevention approach. It was also confirmed there have been zero new HIV transmissions among those who have been prescribed PrEP in Wales via the existing national study which is now coming to an end. Vaughan Gething MS said: “In the three years since the PrEPARED study began, over 1,200 people have been prescribed PrEP and…

Every year, more than 100 artisan producers, independent food traders and street food vendors pitch up in Cardiff Bay on the first weekend in July for the Cardiff Food and Drink Festival – but this year the food (and a taste of the festival experience) will be delivered straight to your door. A new festival website will host recipes, music, and an online market place where visitors can order a range of premium quality local and international food and drink – things like delicious cakes, marinades, flavoured oils, preserves, speciality gins and cider, and more – directly from the people…

Dental and optometry practices across Wales are gradually reintroducing a broader range of services as part of the phased recovery of health services from the coronavirus pandemic. Unlike in England, many dental practices in Wales have remained open during the pandemic to provide emergency care. Over 16,500 patients have been seen in-practice by dentists in Wales since mid-March, with a further 180,000 patients being assessed remotely by phone or video. 87 of Wales’ 400 optometry practices have also kept their doors open during the pandemic, providing urgent and essential eye care to over 19,000 patients through in-practice and remote consultations.…