Author: Rhys Gregory

Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s announcement to support the continued growth of the UK fintech sector will give Welsh scale-ups the time to shine, says Cardiff-based financial technology provider Delio. On Wednesday, Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed his spending plans in the 2020 Budget, announcing a major review into the industry. The review will focus on how the Government can support long-term growth and competitiveness to maintain the UK’s position as a world-leading force. Delio, who provide financial institutions with technology to connect clients with investment opportunities more efficiently, has stated that this offers a significant opportunity for fintech businesses in Wales. As…

Anglesey Circuit gets the 2020 motorcycle racing season underway next weekend with a two-day Wirral 100 Motor Club meeting. In recent years this first race weekend of the year has comprised a day of testing on the Saturday and a race-day on Sunday. This year, however, both days are race days in line with the club’s ‘Racing for Sport’ format. Each of the bike-category classes will have four races, over 10 or 12 laps. Each race will count towards the Club’s 2020 Championships, and the second and fourth races will be ‘trophy races’. There will be a broad base of…

The FAW can confirm that the upcoming match between Wales v USA has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The US Soccer Federation have released a detailed document explaining the cancellation of matches in March and April, which includes Wales v USA on March 30 2020. Jonathan Ford, CEO of the FAW said: “We are disappointed to see any postponement or cancellation of matches but understand that the health and safety of all fans, players and stakeholders are paramount.” In regards to tickets which have already been purchased, the FAW can confirm the following: All bookings will receive a…

From Friday 13 March, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board will have a Coronavirus Testing Unit (CTU) in the Bridgend area.   Dr Kelechi Nnoaham, Director of Public Health for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board said: “The CTU has been established as part of our Health Board’s response to COVID-19.   Detailed planning work is ongoing across all areas that are likely to be affected. The Unit will allow patients to be tested for COVID-19 by staff wearing the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).  Patients will be screened in their vehicles by a trained member of staff. “The CTU is…

Llanmoor Homes invite prospective buyers and the local community to Bedwellty Field on Saturday 21st March from 11am to 3pm, to join them for an exclusive afternoon of culinary demonstrations and tastings with Great British Bake Off favourites, Louise Williams and Val Stones. They will be cooking in the kitchen of the development’s brand-new show home, delivering to guests delicious Mother’s Day inspired treats, all washed down with a glass of fizz. There will also be gluten free and vegan options available. Tim Grey, Sales Director of Llanmoor Homes, said: “We are delighted to welcome visitors to our latest development…

A social care leader is urging people not to not to visit relatives living in care homes unless it’s “absolutely essential” so they can protect their loved ones from coronavirus. Mario Kreft MBE, the chair of Care Forum Wales, said care homes were “safe havens” for elderly and vulnerable people so it was vital to ensure the highest possible standards of infection control. Mr Kreft, who also owns eight care homes in Wrexham and Caernarfon, is also calling on health boards to cut bureaucracy so that older patients who no longer need hospital care can be transferred to care homes. Expediting…

Craig Y Parc School has opened a unique course for wheelchair users to learn road safety. At a special event, Councillor Daniel De’Ath, Lord Mayor of Cardiff visited the school to officially declare the facility open before taking a spin around the course in a motorised electric wheelchair. The wheelchair driving school was designed and constructed by Luke Bacchetta and Nia Roberts from the assistive technology and occupational therapy teams at Craig Y Parc School. By speaking to students, parents and observing community visits, they were able to design the space, which allows wheelchair users to overcome some of the…

Multi-million pound plans to tackle fuel poverty while equipping over 10,000 homes across South West Wales with energy efficiency technology could soon take a major step forward. Each local authority in the Swansea Bay City Region is being asked to approve the submission of a Homes as Power Stations project business case to the City Deal’s Joint Committee for decision. Subject to approvals, the business case will then go to the UK Government and Welsh Government for final sign-off. Energy efficiency technology will be retro-fitted to 7,000 homes throughout the Swansea Bay City Region as part of the project, with…

Fourteen progressive businesses and individuals “at the forefront of innovation” across Cardiff have been shortlisted for the inaugural Wales STEM Awards. Organisations including the Welsh Contact Centre, Natural Resources Wales, EKF Diagnostics and the University of South Wales, are among 42 innovative companies to be named finalists in this year’s highly anticipated awards. The awards are a celebration of those making a difference to, and championing, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) in Wales. They were launched last year in a bid to recognise the innovative STEM work being undertaken in Wales, address the diversity gap and skills shortage, and…

The South Wales Law Awards is making a final call for applications. Applications close Friday 20th March 2020. The South Wales Law Awards is set to recognise the outstanding achievements of the law community, at a black-tie gala dinner on Friday 17th April 2020 at the Hilton Hotel in Cardiff. Sara Edwards, one of Welsh Television and Radio’s most popular presenters is to host the South Wales Law Awards. The categories for applications are: Commercial Law Services of the Year Employment Law Services of the Year Family Law Services of the Year Personal Injury Law Services of the Year Residential…