Author: Rhys Gregory

Local Welsh charity, City Hospice, is encouraging people (and their pets) to don their festive gear for its Jolly Jumper campaign this Christmas. The aim of the campaign is to bring a little joy to the festive period, while raising much needed funds for the Cardiff-based hospice. Those taking part are encouraged to wear a ‘jolly’ jumper on a day of their choice, festive headgear if they wish, and even involve their pets in the celebrations. Local schools and workplaces are invited to dig out their jolly jumpers as a great was of brightening up their surroundings over the festive…

With widespread community transmission of Covid-19 across Wales leading to there being more Covid-19 patients in hospital than at any other time this year, nine unions representing frontline healthcare workers have joined forces to highlight the impact the rise in cases is having on the staff providing care, and to urge the public to do all they can to protect the NHS. BMA Cymru Wales, British Association of Occupational Therapists, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, GMB, Royal College of Midwives, Royal College of Nursing Wales, Society of Radiographers, Unison and Unite say staff are ‘beyond exhausted’ and they have significant…

Road improvements and repairs are set to get a £2m cash injection over the coming months under proposals being seen by Swansea Council’s Cabinet next week. Some of the money is already being earmarked for street re-surfacing across the entire city, starting in Uplands with more to follow in the coming weeks. Mark Thomas, Cabinet Member for Environment Enhancement and Infrastructure Management said the extra cash was much needed and add to £7.4m already committed to highways maintenance during the current financial year, including upgrading pavements and street lighting. He said: “We’re taking a flexible approach to using this extra…

Caerphilly Country Borough Council will be delivering free school meals during the week commencing 14/12 in readiness for the school Christmas holidays. Each FSM pupil will receive the below: Fish Portion, Chips and Peas Tomato Soup and Bread Slice Turkey Dinner and Vegetables Sausage, Mash and Vegetables Fish Fingers, Savoury Herb Potatoes and Farmhouse Mixed Vegetables Gammon Ham, Savoury Herb Diced Potatoes and Farmhouse Mixed Vegetables Turkey Curry with Rice Roast Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Potatoes Vegetables and Gravy Ham Sandwich Fish Fingers, Savoury Herb Diced Potatoes and Broccoli Vegetarian option: Meat Free Sausage Roll, Cheesy Mash and Vegetables Tomato…

Residents could be asked for their views on exciting proposals for a new 21st century leisure and well-being centre in Newport city centre. The vision for a key riverfront site not only proposes a new leisure centre but will also facilitate a £90m state-of-the-art college campus to be created on the site of the present leisure centre. On Wednesday, cabinet will consider whether to ask members of the public, customers and businesses for their views on the proposal for a modern, purpose-built leisure and well-being centre. A new centre would offer much-improved facilities including an up-to-date pool, fitness suite and…

Yesterday, the Education Minister for Wales announced that secondary schools and colleges in Wales will move to online learning from Monday, December 14 as part of a ‘national effort to reduce transmission of coronavirus’. Cardiff Council has now taken the decision that all Primary Schools will also finish face-to-face learning at the end of the day on Tuesday, December 15. The move is designed to enable students to remain at home in the run up to Christmas to try to halt the rise in infection rates. Schools in Cardiff are being supported to deliver blended learning throughout this period. Significant…

Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism businesses impacted by latest coronavirus restrictions can now find out how much they can expect to receive from the latest round of the Welsh Government’ business support package. The Welsh Government recently announced £340m to assist businesses affected by coronavirus restrictions which came into force on 4 December. The latest package includes a £160m Restrictions Business Fund predominantly for businesses paying non domestic rates, and a £180m grant fund specifically for impacted businesses in the tourism, leisure and hospitality sectors. Under this latest round of Welsh Government support a typical hospitality business in Wales with the…

Funding worth £31m to support essential flood repair work in Wales has been agreed with the UK Government, Finance Minister Rebecca Evans has said. The Welsh Government has consistently called on the UK Government to meet the extraordinary costs related to the intense February storms which hit Welsh communities disproportionately hard. Finance Minister, Rebecca Evans has today confirmed that following a meeting with the UK Chief Secretary to the Treasury, the Welsh Government’s claim for extra funding for this year has been accepted. Rebecca Evans also reiterated the case for a long term funding settlement to protect Welsh communities affected…

Some might think of horseracing as a sport that only satisfies old men. While it’s true that many old-age pensioners are amused by horseracing, anyone can experience absolute excitement within two minutes through this recreation. Betting could be quite complicated at first, but you’d eventually form a habit out of it. For beginners, it’s ineffective to swim in rough waters right away. You should recognize your level of ability so you can bet on a category you can brave. Be a Smart Beginner There is nothing shameful in declaring insufficient knowledge of the things you’re interested in. Big racing events…

Recession, downturns, and global events such as the COVID19 pandemic have huge impacts on businesses in the UK. Because of this, it may seem counterintuitive for most aspiring business owners to pursue a startup. However, some industries and professions can thrive even amidst an economic crisis. It may need more planning and preparation on your part. Regardless, here are some business types you can consider starting. Real Estate Development  Despite there is no such thing as a recession-proof business, many regard real estate as one of the most recession-proof industries. Investments in real estate can weather economic crises better than…