Author: Rhys Gregory

Suicide is something that everyone can help to prevent, the Mental Health Foundation says today as it marks World Mental Health Day.  The theme of the day this year is suicide prevention. To mark this important day the Mental Health Foundation projected the green ribbon, the symbol of mental health awareness, on to the Norman Keep at Cardiff Castle. The green ribbon is the international symbol of mental health. Jenny Burns from Mental Health Wales said: “World Mental Health Day matters because mental health is something we all have, that greatly affects our daily lives, for better and sometimes for…

Five GoFurther Academy software engineers have joined GoCo Group as full-time employees. This degree-apprenticeship gives Welsh based talent the opportunity to receive a fully paid education and hands-on experience in one of the UK’s biggest tech brands, whilst studying at a Welsh university. Bridging the gap between education and the workplace. Not only does the programme give these new recruits access to higher education totally debt free, but they also receive a competitive salary offering a unique earn-as-you-learn experience. Newport headquartered GoCompare is proud to be Welsh and sought a Welsh institution for the second cohort of their degree-apprenticeship programme,…

A COURAGEOUS breast cancer survivor who almost died after contracting sepsis will lead the charge against cancer at Cancer Research UK’s 10k night-time walk in Cardiff on 19 October. Liz Gooch from Pontypridd found out she had cancer after finding a lump in her left breast when she was 38. She was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer and discovered she was a carrier of the BRCA1 cancer gene. The payroll assistant had a double mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy and was relieved to be told she had beaten the disease. But after having breast implant surgery two years ago, she…

Swansea Bay Business Club will welcome Dafydd James, former British Lion, as guest speaker at its Thursday 17th October lunch, which goes ahead at Parc Y Scarlets, in Llanelli. Now a respected rugby pundit, Dafydd will talk about his struggles off the pitch, as much as his triumphs on the pitch, when he addresses the Club.  Having experienced depression and anxiety himself, Dafydd has become an Ambassador for Welsh mental health charity Hafal, campaigning to improve the lives of people across Wales who are affected by mental illness. Alan Brayley, Acting President of Swansea Bay Business Club, says: “I am looking…

GIANTS of the housing and care sectors have joined a regional Business Council. Care Forum Wales and social landlord ClwydAlyn are new members of North Wales Mersey Dee Business Council. The cross-border organisation, whose members include the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), North Wales Tourism, West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce and Wrexham Business Professionals, works with the public sector on regional economic development. As an active member of North Wales Economic Ambition Board (NWEAB), the Business Council has worked hand in hand with local authorities on the £1bn North Wales Growth Deal, which the NWEAB is developing…

The Trade Centre Group PLC has climbed a staggering 66 places in the 15th annual The Sunday Times Grant Thornton Top Track 250, now placing the motor retailer 90th in the table. Employing over 600 staff in South Wales and the West Midlands the business is set to expand into the North West, creating over 100 new jobs at the new Rochdale location. [aoa id=”1″] The Trade Centre Group are the only company with headquarters in Wales to reach this year’s Top 100 echelon of the Top Track 250. For the financial year ending November 2018, The Trade Centre Group reported sales of…

A legal expert who has championed the cases of those affected by asbestos-related conditions has joined JCP Solicitors, one of the largest indigenous law firms in Wales. [aoa id=”1″] Charlotte Perkins, an Associate Solicitor, is now a key member of the Personal Injury team and she brings with her experience in recovering millions of pounds in compensation for clients, UK-wide. Thanks to Charlotte’s expertise and dedication, some of her clients have received more than £500,000 in compensation individually, with mesothelioma clients typically receiving awards of more than £100,000. As well as investigating often complex asbestos claims, tracking down the responsible…

BT has signed a deal to become the exclusive lead partner of Welsh football until 2024. The partnership will see the BT logo appear on all training kit worn by all Men’s, Women’s, Development and Disability Teams from November. The partnership with the FAW will aim to connect the nation at every level of the game, particularly supporting grassroots.  More details about the broader ambitions of the partnership will be revealed in the coming months and is part of a wider new BT brand and sponsorship strategy, to champion the UK. Marc Allera, Chief Executive of BT’s consumer division, said: “To be the lead partner…

Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) and Landsker Business Solutions have been appointed by the Development Bank of Wales to deliver £2 million of ring-fenced funding for social enterprises in Wales.  The funding comes from the Welsh Government-backed Wales Micro Loan Fund. From this £16.2 million fund the Development Bank is doubling the amount specifically for social enterprise businesses who will be able to apply for loans between £1,000 and £50,000 with up to ten-year repayment terms. Nicola Edwards, Micro Loans Fund Manager at the Development Bank of Wales said: “Wales is built on an economy of small to medium-sized…

A new Seedrs campaign has been launched by AI specialists, We Build Bots, as the company sets its sights on the public sector market. The company specialises in developing AI platforms that leverage chatbots, voice, data analytics, machine learning and API’s to help companies and organisations automate crucial areas of their operations. Through its IntelAgent platform, the company is using AI to help companies and organisations automate important aspects of their customer engagement processes, to free up human resources, improve customer service, and lower costs. Seeking £350k before closing its Seedrs bridge round, the company will use the funds to…