Author: Rhys Gregory

The stereotype of the numbers-focused accountant is being dismantled by the profession itself. Welsh finance professionals have revealed that purpose, not pay, is a defining factor in how they make career decisions, choose employers and measure their own success. The insight comes from the world’s largest annual talent survey of more than 11,000 finance professionals across 160 countries and Welsh accountants did not hold back. The findings from ACCA’s annual Global talent trends survey reveal that 54% of finance professionals want roles that make a difference to social impact, while 47% want their work to contribute to addressing the environmental and…

Dive into a high-octane, story-led, contemporary big top experience with world-class acrobatic performances. The Revel Puck Circus, East London’s homegrown circus company known for bold, theatrical, non-traditional work, brings its brand new production A Glimmer Daze Gambit to Cardiff this summer at Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna. Running from Thursday 4 June to Sunday 14 June 2026, this two week Cardiff run is part of the company’s first ever large-scale touring season, a 200-day journey taking their Chapiteau tent across the UK and bringing world-class contemporary circus into the heart of local communities. The Cardiff dates are presented in partnership with NoFit…

With less than a week to go until one of the UK’s biggest garden railway festivals returns to Llangollen, organisers have announced that visitors will also be able to enjoy one of Britain’s most acclaimed Thomas the Tank Engine-inspired model railway layouts as part of a new partnership with the Llangollen and Corwen Railway. The Llangollen Garden Railway Festival returns to Llangollen Pavilion on Saturday, June 6, bringing together some of the finest large-scale model railway layouts in the country, more than 50 leading retailers and traders, and thousands of enthusiasts from across the UK. Since being launched by Llangollen-based…

Regional firms across Wales and the United Kingdom face growing pressures to modernise their daily commercial operations. Upgrading corporate digital infrastructure helps small and medium enterprises compete effectively with larger national brands. Better connectivity drives local productivity and expands market outreach far over traditional regional borders. Investing in robust network infrastructure sets up a strong foundation for long-term regional development, digital inclusion, and economic resilience. Shifting Away From Outdated Infrastructure Many local enterprises still rely on traditional copper lines or slow broadband options for their daily tasks. These old systems create major bottlenecks during peak operational hours and slow down…

The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 marked a landmark shift in the way care and support are delivered across Wales. Rather than focusing solely on services provided to individuals, the legislation places well-being, independence and personal choice at the centre of decision-making. It encourages a more person-centred approach to care, recognising that people should have greater control over how support is delivered and where it takes place. These principles continue to shape conversations about the future of social care in Wales. As wider discussions continue around how social care services should evolve across Wales, there is growing recognition…

Collagen supplementation has moved well beyond its early reputation as a niche beauty trend. In the UK alone, the collagen supplement market has grown substantially year on year since 2021, with marine collagen now accounting for the majority of new product launches. The science has caught up with the hype — and, in some respects, surpassed it. A 2019 systematic review of 11 randomised, placebo-controlled human trials found that oral collagen supplementation measurably improved skin elasticity, hydration, and dermal collagen density compared to placebo. Subsequent research has extended the evidence base to joint comfort, nail strength, and hair quality. For…

Across Wales, thousands of families are facing one of the most emotional and important decisions of later life: how best to care for an ageing loved one. For decades, residential care homes were the default option when an older person needed the type of support that the family couldn’t provide. Today, however, that picture is changing. An increasing number of people in Wales are now receiving care in their own homes through hourly home care visits, domiciliary care services or full-time live-in care arrangements. This shift reflects not only changing personal preferences, but also a growing recognition that many elderly…

A black belt standard former competitive kickboxer turned coach is ensuring that women’s fitness and confidence in Cardiff is growing stronger than ever, thanks to support from a Start Up Loan from the British Business Bank. After more than 20 years competing competitively, Runa Bakshi offers a safe space at RKB Boxing, for women and girls to train. The mother of two tailors classes to fit around cultural and religious fasting and regularly posts at-home fitness routines to her Instagram account for women to follow during Ramadan. Runa has been affiliated with Welsh Boxing since last year and runs regular…

Business confidence in Wales fell by 15 points during May to 23%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in Wales reported lower confidence in their own trading outlook month-on-month, down 11 points at 35%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, down 19 points to 11%, this gives a headline confidence reading of 23% (vs. 38% in April 2026). Since May 2025, Wales has had an average overall business confidence of 42% with its largest figure of 76% in July last year and its lowest of 17% in November. Looking ahead to the next six months,…

Principality Building Society is marking one year of supporting Barnardo’s Cymru after raising and donating more than £335,000 to help vulnerable children and young people across Wales. To mark the anniversary, the Society hosted a week-long fundraising campaign across its Head Office and branch network in support of Barnardo’s Cymru’s work helping children and young people feel safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful for the future. Colleagues across Wales hosted bake sales, raffles and other fundraising activities during the week of 18–22 May, raising further donations to build on the partnership’s impact. The partnership is focused on raising both funds…