Author: Rhys Gregory

The Farmers’ Union of Wales is seeking urgent clarity on the reasons behind the decision by Tomlinson’s Dairies to close its doors and refuse milk. This shock decision came in with almost immediate effect and has left many dairy producers in Wales scrambling to find another processor for their milk. FUW Vice President Eifion Huws said: “We are extremely concerned for our members who are affected and who have contacted us. We had no prior warning and are extremely disappointed that farmers are left in a predicament where they have no one to collect their milk. “If the speculation is…

The Morrisons Foundation has donated £16,000 to Techniquest; a local charity based in Cardiff, which has educated Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) for over 30 years. As a leading science centre, Techniquest provides educational opportunities to children across South Wales and the Morrisons Foundation are proud to support Techniquest in their continued efforts teaching the importance of STEM. The support from the Morrisons Foundation will enable the charity to deliver science shows to 10 primary and 16 secondary schools in deprived areas of South Wales. The science shows will include ‘Material Magic’ and ‘Exploring Energy’, which allow for engaging, dramatic…

As the release of their eagerly anticipated new album approaches on October 18th, Foals have announced a major UK tour for 2020 – including a headline summer date at Cardiff Castle. Foals are being brought to the city by DEPOT Live, the live-events arm of the DEPOT brand. Last year, it brought Nile Rodgers & Chic to the city centre, followed by the DEPOT’s one-day family-friendly DEPOT in the Castle festival. In total, 13,000 people were fed, watered and entertained at the castle over a single weekend. From playing chaotic house parties in their home city of Oxford to becoming…

A Denbighshire bar owner has purchased a second site after securing a five-figure finance package from HSBC UK, expanding his business portfolio with a new gin bar. [aoa id=”1″] The Barrow in St Asaph offers over 80 different types of gin as well as a variety of lagers, beers, ciders, traditional welsh spirits and organic wines which are low in sulphates. Its new owners, Alun Jones and partner Mannon Thomas, used funding from HSBC UK to purchase and renovate the historic former Alms Houses building, which was built in 1686. Alun, who also owns The Mason’s Arms in Denbigh, aspired…

Pupils have been given a unique opportunity to find out more about nanotechnology at a special Swansea University workshop aimed at inspiring scientists of the future. NanoBach brought Year 7 & 8 pupils from across Neath Port Talbot together with students who were able to demonstrate what nanotechnology is and how it can be applied on a wider scale in everyday life Nanoscience is the study of extremely small things and can be used across all the other science fields, such as chemistry, biology, physics, materials science, and engineering. This event aimed to give children a better understanding and spark…

The nominations for the 25th Gwobrau Lantra Cymru Awards have been announced and they include a variety of individuals and businesses that highlight the breadth of the sector. The awards recognise the outstanding contributions to the environmental and land-based industries. Over the past quarter of a century Lantra Cymru Wales has provided vital expert training and qualifications for the environment and land-based industries. This year marks an important milestone for the Awards as they celebrate their 25th birthday. To mark this milestone, Lantra Cymru Wales is hosting an exclusive awards ceremony and gala dinner where the winners and runners-up will…

Two Performing Arts graduates from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David are currently touring the UK in Eye of the Storm – a brand-new musical written by award-winning writer and director, Geinor Styles and grammy-award winning somngwriter, Amy Wadge. Rosey Cale, who plays the main character, Emmie Price and Caitlin McKee, who stars as her sister, Karen, both studied at UWTSD’s Carmarthen campus and are currently wowing crowds across the UK with their stellar performances. Produced by Wales-based Theatr na nÓg, Eye of the Storm is an unmissable original musical play that’s currently captivating audiences of all ages from…

Wales boasts long-established capabilities in MRO services for aerospace. Around 20% of the UK’s activity is managed here, the industry is worth around £1.5 billion in turnover and employs 6,000 people, and the sector continues to grow alongside the expanding expertise of its skilled workforce. These compelling messages will be delivered at Europe’s leading conference and exhibition for the aviation maintenance sector. A major focus of the Welsh Government and Aerospace Wales Forum presence at ExCel will be the new Bro Tathan site, a business park co-located with a commercial airfield, offering significant opportunities for business, air and innovation. Bro…

Bus passengers from across South Wales swapped places with Stagecoach bus drivers to raise awareness of the difficulties blind and partially sighted people face when using public transport. Eleven blind and partially sighted campaigners visited the Stagecoach bus depot in Blackwood on Thursday 10 October for a “Swap With Me” event organised by RNIB Cymru. As part of the event, drivers were given glasses specially designed to replicate various eye conditions so they could experience bus journeys from the point of view of blind and partially sighted people. The campaigners and drivers also discussed good and bad bus experiences, and…

Oakwood Theme Park’s popular Spooktacular events are set to return for another year running with two brand new attractions and even more horrors and chills on hand for thrill-seekers and families to enjoy. [aoa id=”1″] The annual Halloween celebration, which sees the park welcome a host of new spooky rides, attractions and entertainment on top of its usual fun, will take place on the 19th-20th October weekend, as well as every day during the autumn half term from 26th October to 2nd November. Offering a range of dedicated spooky attractions and scare mazes, Spooktacular will also see a number of…