Author: Rhys Gregory

Leading up to the annual RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch over weekend of January 25, 26 and 27, RSPB Cymru is holding exciting events on its nature reserves across Wales. From discovering how to make some brilliant bird feeders to identifying the creatures you share your home with, there’s something for everyone. Come along to RSPB Ynys-hir on Sunday, January 19, from 10.30am – 3pm, and practise your bird ID skills with the birds on our feeders. You’ll also get to make a bird cake to take home. No need to book. Cost £2 per bird cake. For further information call:…

Online career and hiring marketplace Digital Profile has identified the top skills employers are looking for when it comes to recruiting new staff this new year. The pioneering job-hunting company, which helps businesses find new employees and job seekers find employment, found that soft skills including communication, numeracy and literacy are crucial requirements from employers. Digital Profile specialises in recruiting for the creative and tech industries, so when it came to technical ability and knowledge, employers are looking for those with understanding of Javascript programming language, as well as CSS (cascading style sheets), PHP, UX (user experience design) and GIT…

An “incredibly worthy” cancer research charity transforming lives across Wales is set to benefit from the inaugural Wales STEM Awards. Cancer Research Wales, which invests over £1 million each year in ground-breaking cancer research projects, has been chosen as the nominated charity partner for the first annual awards. The charity, which is dedicated to developing life-changing treatments, diagnostic techniques, and research, will receive all funds raised through the newly established event taking place at Cardiff City Hall on May 1st. The Wales STEM Awards will celebrate those making a difference to, and championing, the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)…

Aberystwyth University’s iconic Old College, one of Wales’s outstanding Grade I buildings, has today been awarded almost £10 million (£9,732,300) of National Lottery money to help in its renovation and secure its long term future as a centre for culture, heritage, discovery, learning and enterprise attracting 190,000 annual visitors. An additional £3 million will also be invested from the Welsh Government and £3 million from the European Regional Development Fund through the Tourism Attractor Destination programme to promote the new tourism opportunities that will come in the wake of its redevelopment. The Grade I listed Old College is synonymous with…

Work on the third phase of Glan yr Afon Industrial Estate in Aberystwyth has begun with confirmation of a commercial property loan for developers Ellis Development Company (Wales) Ltd  by the Development Bank of Wales. Speaking on Monday 13 January 2020, Ken Skates, Minister for Economy and Transport welcomed the first investment from the £55 million Wales Commercial Property Fund managed by  the Development Bank of Wales. Launched last year to encourage SME developers to invest in Wales’ commercial property market, the fund is financed by the Welsh Government. Loans from £250,000 to £5 million are available with a maximum…

The proposed new Dyfi Bridge on the A487 north of Machynlleth, has been given the go-ahead by Welsh Government Transport Minister Ken Skates. The £46m scheme will improve road safety, strengthen links between communities, provide active travel opportunities and build resilience against flooding, as well as improve transport connectivity to help stimulate further economic development in this part of Wales. The current Dyfi Bridge is a 19th century stone narrow bridge with poor visibility and no footways. The river Dyfi frequently floods, severing communities on either side of the bridge, with these incidents likely to increase because of climate change.…

COLEG CAMBRIA has launched a new a dog grooming salon and training academy. The Collar and Comb Dog Grooming Academy at the north east Wales college’s Llysfasi site will be formally unveiled with a seminar hosted by Julie Harris, co-founder of The Groomer’s Spotlight website. With more than 35 years’ experiences in the sector, Julie is one of the most respected names in the world of dog grooming and will discuss the topic: Canine Anatomy, Coat and Skin. Wendy Murray, a Dog Grooming Lecturer at Cambria, said the decision to transform the previous dog grooming space into a working salon…

Macmillan Wales has welcomed a new report which demonstrates how new rapid diagnostic centres can help improve cancer care in Wales. Not only does the report show that a rapid diagnostic centre based in Neath Port Talbot Hospital has helped reduce waiting times for patients by up to 92%, it also suggests the approach could become more cost effective than current practice. Richard Pugh, Head of Services for Macmillan Cancer Support in Wales, said: “This report shows that rapid diagnostic centres have very real potential for not only improving care for cancer patients in Wales, but also relieving some of…

A Cardiff-based organisation working to support people with cancer has received a £10,000 grant from a special Centenary voting round of Tesco’s Bags of Help scheme. The funding from Tesco has allowed Maggie’s Cardiff to provide extra practical and emotional support for people with cancer, as well as their family and friends. With backgrounds in the study and treatment of tumours and years of experience within the NHS, Maggie’s Cancer support specialists help people with a wide range of a cancer diagnosis. They can explain test results and help people understand how best to support a family member. Rachael Davies,…

THE University of South Wales (USW) is delivering a second undergraduate course in partnership with The Celtic Collection. The three-year BA (Hons) International Events Management degree course, which will include a period on placement, will start this September, and will be run in a similar way to the Hotel and Hospitality Management course that has been successfully operating from USW’s Newport Campus for the past three years. Delivered in partnership with The Celtic Collection, including the new International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales), the course will combine events management theory with the opportunity for students to develop practical industry experience…