Author: Rhys Gregory

A popular public footpath in the Gwyddon Valley has been made safe and fully usable again thanks to a successful collaboration between Caerphilly County Borough Council, Natural Resources Wales and The Gwyddon Valley Group volunteers. A damaged flight of steps on the path had been preventing safe use of the route. Recognising the importance of this infrastructure – local residents and volunteers stepped forward to help. As the land is managed by Natural Resources Wales, they provided a volunteer coordinator to lead a work party and supply basic tools with CCBC providing the necessary materials from existing stock. Volunteers from…

From 1 January 2026, Welsh businesses exporting to the European Union (EU) will face new regulations at the border under Regime 42 (a post-Brexit customs process). The Cardiff office – located at Cardiff Gate Business Park in Pontprennau – of European road freight operator Europa Road has been supporting Welsh exporters with time-critical shipments three years. It is estimated that £7.2 billion worth of goods is exported annually from Wales into Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Italy, Spain and Germany. The changes for exporters have sparked some uncertainty for more than 100,000 British businesses trading with the EU, but Europa Worldwide…

Foresight Group (“Foresight”), a leading independent private equity and infrastructure investment manager, is pleased to announce that Phil Sampson has joined the Private Equity Team to help lead the deployment and management of the £50 million equity element of the Investment Fund for Wales. Based in Foresight’s Cardiff office, Phil brings extensive experience in supporting high-growth SMEs and will be instrumental in identifying and backing ambitious Welsh businesses. Prior to joining Foresight, Phil held a role at PwC, supporting on the CCR investment fund. His appointment comes as the Fund prepares to celebrate its second anniversary this November, marking a significant…

A leading civil engineering firm has helped Windy Standard III Wind Farm reach a significant construction milestone with the first pouring of concrete on turbine foundations. Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK is the principal contractor for the multi-million-pound 20-turbine scheme in Dumfries and Galloway, which will have the capacity to power more than 130,000 UK homes annually. The North Wales-headquartered contractor completed the 400m3 pour in approximately nine hours by utilising its two on-site concrete batching plants, which cuts down vehicle movements both offsite and onsite, and helps streamline programme delivery. The Fred. Olsen Renewables-led development, first consented in 2021, will be…

Newport Live are rolling the red carpet for local communities to celebrate the installation of a brand-new cinema projector at The Riverfront by hosting their very own free film screenings. The upgrade, made possible thanks to funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, marks an exciting step forward for The Riverfront’s long-running cinema programme. Community groups across the city are encouraged to take part by choosing a film that reflects their mission, celebrates cultural heritage, or simply brings people together for a shared experience. The new projector was unveiled at a special launch event attended by guests including the…

A North Wales-based PR agency is marking an eye-catching year that features several account wins and being shortlisted for two prestigious industry awards by strengthening its team. Outwrite PR has secured a number of new clients, including Welsh Government-owned Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, a Wrexham-based fintech company, and a UK-wide solar panel maintenance firm. In addition, a further increase in stakeholder management and public affairs activity and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reports for brands including a major foodservice provider, has left managing director Anthony Bullick searching for top talent. Outwrite is advertising for an account executive or senior account executive…

The BBC is launching a bold new campaign of engagement with young people to listen to what matters to them and ensure that their needs are being met as plans for the BBC of the future are evolved. Launched this week, UNBOXD is a youth-focused research drive that’s all about deepening the BBC’s connection with this group. It will use a mix of innovative methods to reach young people aged 16 to 24 where they are, from AI-powered chatbot interviews for young people, to interactive digital workshops hosted by youth engagement specialists. Last week the BBC published the results from…

An electronics company that celebrated its 50th birthday last year and is deeply rooted in the community of Llanwrtyd Wells has won a coveted Powys Business Award. Charcroft Electronics received the Business in the Community Award, sponsored by EDF, at the annual ceremony held at The Hafren, Newtown last Friday night. Organised by Mid Wales Manufacturing Group, the awards showcase the diverse range of successful enterprises within Powys. Established in 1974 by Paul Newman, Charcroft Electonics has 75 employees and says it remains steadfastly committed to enriching the lives of people living in Llanwrtyd Wells and beyond. “We are absolutely…

Teen tennis sensation Mimi Xu visited Moneypenny in Wrexham this week, making for an inspiring session of sport, conversation and insight. Mimi, recently spotlighted for her promising rise through the ranks of British tennis, was interviewed live in the pub area of the Moneypenny building. Hosted by Dave Courteen (Tournament Promoter) the informal Q&A was shared with Moneypenny colleagues who had the opportunity to attend the session in person and see Mimi live. A full recording will be available for everyone to watch too. After the interview, Mimi was given a tour of the stunning Moneypenny offices, meeting many of…

A clear room changes how your brain feels. Your eyes stop jumping from one object to the next, and your thoughts follow suit. With less visual noise, decision-making feels lighter, and daily tasks run with fewer stalls. Clutter Hijacks Focus Every object in view competes for attention. When a desk carries stacks of mail, spare chargers, and yesterday’s mug, your brain must sort signal from noise before it can tackle a single task. That sorting drains energy. Fewer visible items mean fewer choices at any given moment, which lifts cognitive load and steadies concentration. The payoff shows up in small…