Author: Rhys Gregory

One in three new parents are missing out on Child Benefit payments in their baby’s first year, new figures reveal. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging parents who welcomed a baby this Spring to claim now via the HMRC app or online at GOV.UK. While more than 6.8 million parents received Child Benefit in the year to August 2025, only 68.8% of them claimed the crucial government support before their baby’s first birthday. More than 140,000 babies were born between April and June last year and while many parents are enjoying new beginnings this Spring, the latest statistics show…

Conwy-based prosthetic leg cover manufacturer, LIMB-art has won the Innovation Award at the HSBC UK South West and Wales Small Business Growth Awards, held at The Harbour Hotel in Bristol. Delivered in partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), the awards recognise the vital role small businesses play in driving the UK economy and supporting communities nationwide. The judges recognised LIMB-art for its creativity and measurable impact, specifically for creating the first injection-moulded covers to enable global distribution. Founded in 2018 by ex-Paralympian swimmer, Dr Mark Williams OBE and his wife Rachael, the company has revolutionised the sector by manufacturing prosthetic leg covers from 100% recyclable Nylon. Over the past 8 years, LIMB-art has continued to grow, expanding its team by one, entering 14 international markets and securing NHS availability – bringing their innovative covers to…

A special day of creativity, heritage and community awaits visitors at a craft fayre at Strata Florida Abbey, with free admission on Sunday, May 24 from 11am to 3pm. The former Cistercian monastery, which dates from 1184, is located at Pontrhydfendigaid, near Tregaron and is managed by Strata Florida Trust for Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service. Set against the stunning backdrop of one of Wales’ most historic sites, the fayre will showcase a wide range of talented local makers and craftspeople from across Mid Wales. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the makers themselves, watch live demonstrations…

Drivers are facing delays on the M4 near Cardiff this morning following lane closures on the eastbound carriageway. According to Traffic Wales, lanes one and two are currently blocked between Junction 33 Capel Llanilltern and Junction 32 Coryton on the M4/A4232 eastbound route. Congestion is building in the area as traffic passes through the restriction. Motorists travelling towards Cardiff are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys and approach the area with caution. There is currently no indication of how long the lanes will remain closed.

There’s always been something a little magical about the circus arriving in town. The sight of the Big Top rising into the skyline, colourful lorries pulling in, the smell of popcorn in the air and the buzz of excitement around the site all bring back memories from childhood. Now, Circus Extreme is back in Cardiff with its brand-new 2026 production ROCK IT OUT, and it somehow manages to blend that traditional circus magic with a much louder, faster and more modern experience. If you’ve been to Circus Extreme before, you’ll already know the winning formula. Big stunts. Huge energy. The…

In just 66 days, the curtain will lift on the biggest sporting event in the UK when the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony takes over the iconic Hydro arena. From today, fans from across Glasgow, Scotland and the world can sign up for their chance to access tickets to one of most unforgettable moments of the Games. On 23 July, the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony, presented by Longines, willtake place in an indoor arena for the first time in history. Glasgow’s Hydro is set to be the perfect stage having supported some of the world’s biggest names in music,…

Wales’ new First Minister, Rhun ap Iorwerth, will chair the first meeting of the newly formed Welsh Government Cabinet today as the administration sets out its priorities for the months ahead. The meeting marks the beginning of a new programme of government focused on improving public services, supporting families and growing the Welsh economy. Ahead of the meeting, the First Minister outlined his plans for a more collaborative approach across government, with ministers working together on key issues affecting communities across Wales. Rhun ap Iorwerth said: “This is a government of action, a government for all, and a government of…

Wales has made significant progress expanding high-speed broadband coverage over the past decade, but industry observers say the next phase of fibre rollout could prove substantially more difficult and expensive than earlier stages of deployment. The Welsh Government recently confirmed plans to continue supporting broadband expansion projects aimed at premises that still lack access to reliable high-speed connectivity. While commercial providers and existing public initiatives have already brought gigabit-capable broadband to much of the country, a smaller number of homes and businesses remain outside current rollout plans. The challenge facing providers is that the easiest and most commercially attractive areas…

When you’re looking to hire a firm to help you get a construction project underway, you need to make sure that you’re choosing the right one to partner with. This can be tough to do. After all, with so many different companies available across the UK and worldwide, how do you know where to start? In most cases, it pays to go with a company that is not only well-known but that gets consistently good reviews and comes highly recommended. This is what makes Alan Wood & Partners a great contender. Alan Wood & Partners is a leading civil and…

The entertainment industry has changed fundamentally over the last couple of days. The product model, where users make a one-time purchase of a game, has now been replaced with a service model. This means people play games like Call of Duty, Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon for years and receive big updates that recalibrate the gameplay, making the core experience even better without the need to pay full price for each patch. Developers make money with the help of microtransactions, like skins or characters that are added as premium content. This is called an ecosystem, centered around a specific…