Author: Rhys Gregory

Techniquest will host the opening event for this year’s Cardiff Science Festival – a week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). On Thursday 13th February, visitors can interact with 2-floors of STEM-related exhibits, be entertained by unique busking activities and get a taster of what else to expect from the week-long festival. Lloyd Williams, Content Manager at Techniquest commented: “This is a really exciting opportunity for like-minded organisations in the city to collaborate as part of Cardiff Science Festival. Our aim at Techniquest is to make STEM accessible for all and embed science into Welsh culture, so for…

Families at the University Hospital of Wales were joined yesterday (February 7) by the First Minister of Wales and Minister for International Relations and the Welsh Language for a special disco that ensured no one missed out on this year’s Dydd Miwsig Cymru parti. Last year more than 300 schools nationwide got involved in the fun, and this year Dydd Miwsig Cymru wanted to take the party to children who sadly won’t be in school to celebrate. DJ Bustach entertained the children and their families with a specially curated playlist of his favourite Welsh tracks, while Siarter Iaith (Welsh Language…

amber energy, the Cardiff-based energy management consultancy and utilitech pioneer, has received a boost to its working capital in the form of a long-term, unsecured loan of £1million.  Formed in 2009, amber energy has grown rapidly by providing a transparent consultancy service for its clients, helping them to save time, money and  CO₂ through increased energy efficiency. The eight-year loan, provided by BNP Paribas via Caple and Shaw & Co, will allow the business to focus single-mindedly on pursuing its ambitious growth plans. Nick Proctor, founder and CEO of amber energy, said: “This long-term, unsecured loan demonstrates the strength of…

The UK’s largest animatronic T-Rex will be on display into Mermaid Quay until Sunday 23 February 2020. Dubbed Quay-Rex, the 18 metre long and 5 metre tall life-like dinosaur features a moving head, tail, eyes and arms as well as a terrifying roar.  It fills up most of Tacoma Square – in the heart of Mermaid Quay – and its head is as high as the terrace level. Mermaid Quay centre manager Simon Whiting said: “We’re really looking forward to playing host to the enormous Quay-Rex – it promises to be a huge draw, attracting visitors not just from the Cardiff area, but way beyond, as well as possibly scaring and…

Director of Ridiculously Rich by Alana, Alana Spencer, has announced that she is giving away 10 free businesses in the form of her ambassador franchise opportunity. As an advocate of small businesses, Alana has always kept the one off franchise fee for the Ambassador position low at only £1,000 (plus VAT), however to encourage those wanting to run their own business that perhaps don’t have the initial funds to invest, Alana is offering 10 lucky winners this position for free. With a team of over 50 franchises already, the new Ridiculously Rich by Alana franchisees will be joining others to attend…

WebBox has moved from Penarth to Cardiff and purchased a 5,000 sq ft workspace near Cardiff city centre. WebBox founder Will Roberts purchased a 5,000 sq ft workspace near Cardiff city centre, as the company had outgrown its Penarth base. Mr Roberts says the new office, located off Ocean Way, will provides the business with an improved work environment – including open plan areas, two work pods, meeting rooms and breakout areas – and would portray the brand and its values. He added the new workspace, purchased with company funds, will also facilitate the brand’s forecasted 2020 growth, which is…

Three men have been handed life sentences with minimum terms totalling almost 70 years for the murder of Fahad Nur. Mustafa Aldobhani, 22, Abdulgalil Aldobhani, 23, and Shafique Shaddad, 25, were found guilty on Tuesday, February 4, and were back at Cardiff Crown Court today to be sentenced. They were each handed a life sentence, with Mustafa Aldobhani having to serve at least 22 and a half years before being considered for parole, Abdulgalil Aldobhani having to serve a minimum of 24 years, and Shafique Shaddad a minimum of 23 years. Aseel Arar, 35, who was found guilty of assisting…

Plans for a near 2,000 residential development in Swansea from family-run housebuilder Llanmoor Homes can be revealed. In the biggest residential scheme ever seen in Swansea, the Pontyclun-based firm has recently secured Outline planning Permission for its Pentref Rhostir scheme on former low-grade agricultural land at Llangyfelach close to junction 46 of the M4. Subject to Reserved Matters Planning approval, the first phase of this exciting new development would see a total of 470 open market and Affordable homes. The £350m development, with prices ranging from approximately £130,000 for a two-bedroom home up to around £300,000 for five bedroom three-storey…

NatWest is offering social enterprises in Wales the chance to receive a £20,000 grant to develop a project that creates a direct social impact on a community with need. Part of a UK-wide celebration of the 20th year of Social & Community Capital (S&CC) – an independent charity launched by NatWest in 1999 – the grant is intended to create a positive impact on people who are considered vulnerable and marginalised. A £20,000 grant will be offered to an organisation in each of the following regions: Wales; Scotland; North; Midlands & East of England; South West; London & the South…

Due to high demand, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival has added an additional performance on 24th April to the existing shows at Motorpoint Arena Cardiff.  Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for a star-studded talent extravaganza as Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival skates into the UK. Sing along with Sebastian as he strikes up his band along with the Daughters of Triton as they introduce Ariel. Get tangled up with a chorus of rowdy inhabitants from the Snuggly Duckling when they get a visit from Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. Relive a…