Author: Rhys Gregory

Having claimed two British Rally Championship victories and consequently, maximum point scores on the previous two rounds, Tom Cave heads to round four and the Renties Ypres Rally leading the drivers’ standings by seven points.  [aoa id=”1″]Taking place on smooth West Flanders asphalt roads, this weekend’s event is the biggest of the season on three levels for the Aberdovey driver: overall competitive distance, the rally’s sporting status and for keeping Tom’s title hopes on track.[/aoa] “It’s an important one for us, as we will be fighting to maintain our championship lead,” explains Tom. “It’s a demanding rally too. Whilst the…

Shipping containers which will be used as temporary accommodation for homeless families have now been delivered to Bute Street. [aoa id=”1″] The fabricated shipping containers are on the former PDSA site in Bute street and will be transformed to provide temporary homes for families until a more permanent suitable housing solution can be found. A total of 20 shipping containers have been delivered and erected over a period of four days. They will make up seven two-bedroom flats and six one-bedroom flats over two storeys. [/aoa] The scheme is jointly funded by Cardiff Council and Welsh Government’s Innovative Housing Programme.…

A contract has been awarded to local company Tregaron Trading Services (TTS) to carry out the construction of a new car park for The Vale of Rheidol Railway at Devil’s Bridge which will begin in July. [aoa id=”1″] The new car park will allow the existing car park to be opened up as a pedestrian area for visitors, with a separate coach park and will also be convenient for community events at the recently converted community hall. The project has received funding through the Welsh Government Rural Communities – Rural Development Programme 2014 – 2020, which is funded by the…

As campaign group, Back to 60, begins a landmark High Court battle to reverse the decision to equalize men and women’s state pension age, Stuart Price, Partner and Actuary at Quantum Advisory, looks into their chances of winning.

Henry Howard Finance has beaten off tough competition to secure itself a place as a finalist in the Best Use of Technology, Best Place to Work, Best Customer Experience and Best Marketing Campaign categories of the first-ever Growth Finance Awards. [aoa id=”1″]The Growth Finance Awards launched this year in order to celebrate the companies providing “more than finance” to the UK’s growing businesses. It’s the first event of its kind, celebrating the innovative organisations breathing optimism into all regions of the UK by helping ambitious SMEs to scale new heights. These growth champions provide the vital capital inflows – around…

Deloitte has made four senior promotions in its tax practice in Wales, by promoting a new partner and three directors. [aoa id=”1″]The newly promoted partner is Tess Williams who leads the global employer services (GES) practice across Deloitte’s Cardiff and Bristol offices, a team of more than 40 specialists who advise organisations in their capacity as employers from a reward and mobility perspective.[/aoa] “I’m delighted to have been promoted to partner and to have been a part of our GES local practice’s success story to date. The practice looks very different today than it did only a few years ago…

ASH Wales has welcomed the news from the latest National Survey for Wales that smoking prevalence in the country has dropped from 19% to 17%. [aoa id=”1″] However, it warns that with over 450,000 people in Wales continuing to light up, and prevalence highest in the country’s most deprived communities, reducing smoking should remain a major public health priority. According to the latest figures from the National Survey for Wales 2018-2019, 17% of adults in Wales now smoke, 18% of men and 16% of women. [/aoa] Smoking rates are highest in Wales’ poorest communities with 21% of adults smoking in…

A woman from Machynlleth, Powys, turned daredevil on Sunday 09 June and completed an abseil challenge to raise over £640 for charity Parkinson’s UK. Jacqueline Whiteley faced her fears to abseil 150 feet down a cliff edge in Breakwater Country Park in Anglesey. Jacqueline, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in September 2018, says she was inspired to take on the challenge to raise money for Parkinson’s UK, who have provided her with invaluable support through their services. Parkinson’s UK is the leading charity driving better care, treatments and quality of life for those with the condition. Its mission is to…

Business confidence in Wales fell seven points during June to 12 per cent, though their hiring plans held firm, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Companies in Wales report lower confidence in their business prospects, down five points to 23 per cent, and lower economic optimism, which fell eight points to one per cent. Together, this gives an overall confidence of 12 per cent. However, businesses’ hiring intentions show a net balance of 27 per cent of businesses in the region expect to hire more staff during the next year, up two points on last…

Eight heritage projects across the length and breadth of Wales have this month received a share of nearly £10 million (£9,716,300) raised by National Lottery players. The projects range from protecting nature and landscapes, to safeguarding the nation’s broadcast history and saving important historic buildings. From running outdoor classrooms and memory sessions for people with dementia, to creating new public spaces and facilities that will benefit entire communities, the eight successful projects will all make a real difference to people living and working in Wales. The successful projects are: A National Broadcast Archive for Wales (£4,751,000 to The National Library…