Author: Rhys Gregory

Residents across Caerphilly County Borough are being encouraged to have their say on the future of local outdoor access, as plans move forward to re-establish the area’s Local Access Forum. The county borough is home to an extensive network of around 800km of public rights of way, including scenic footpaths and multi-use routes that play an important role in supporting recreation, wellbeing and everyday access to the outdoors. The proposed Local Access Forum will bring together a wide range of voices to help guide how these routes are maintained, improved and made more accessible. It will also play a key…

A well-established language services group headquartered in Cardiff has secured its future through a six-figure management buyout. Peter Lynn and Partners Solicitors advised Rhys Thomas on the acquisition of shares in Burmanovak Limited, the parent company of two specialist translation and language service providers: Cardiff-based Business Language Services Limited and Telford-based Dixon Language Services Limited. The group delivers professional translation, interpreting and language support services to organisations across the UK and internationally, with a strong focus on quality assurance, compliance and linguist-led project delivery. Business Language Services and Dixon Language Services together deliver high-quality, professionally managed translation, interpreting and language…

Orbis Education and Care has opened a new early years provision, The Meadows, at Summergil House in Presteigne, creating more than 20 jobs. The provision will cater for children aged between four and seven years who have complex needs associated with autism and has been designed with the early years curriculum in mind. The Meadows is situated on the grounds of Summergil House, a well-established school which Orbis Education and Care has been running on the 18-acre site for nearly 20 years. The school was officially opened by Orbis Education and Care CEO Andy Cresswell and Hilary Jones, Head of…

The National Lottery is the largest lottery organisation in the United Kingdom and has had a significant impact on many lives. When considering lotteries such as the National Lottery, the first thing that comes to most people’s minds is the jackpot prizes won by a very lucky few. Beyond the jackpot prizes, the lottery’s core purpose is fundraising.  The National Lottery in the United Kingdom raises substantial funding, with a large portion of this being allocated to “good causes”. These factors help the United Kingdom improve public services, including healthcare, education, and other areas. One of the sectors affected is…

Over the past two decades, the online casino industry has transformed from a niche digital activity into one of the most dynamic and widespread forms of online entertainment. Improved internet connectivity, growing access to smartphones, and the rapid evolution of gaming technology have allowed the industry to flourish across international markets. What began as simple browser based games has expanded into a multiplatform environment filled with immersive graphics, professional live dealers, themed gaming worlds, and innovative features that attract millions of players daily. In regions such as the online casino uk market and through global entertainment brands like Bally Bet,…

Motorists are being advised to avoid part of the A48 in Cardiff following a collision, with the road currently closed in one direction. South Wales Police confirmed they are at the scene of the incident, which has led to the eastbound carriageway being closed between Gabalfa and Llanedeyrn. Drivers are being urged to plan ahead and use alternative routes where possible, as disruption is expected in the surrounding area. The extent of the collision and whether there are any injuries has not yet been confirmed. A spokesperson said officers remain at the scene and thanked motorists for their patience while…

A man has been sentenced and fined over a fly-tipping offence, after loose knives and household waste was found dumped in Neath. Investigators located several black bags on Foundry Road, adjacent to the steps linking to Meadow Road, in an area commonly known as Eaglesbush Valley and frequently used by nature lovers. As the waste was being inspected, an individual in a Range Rover approached inspectors expressing frustration and using abusive language. Both Council officers left the area as the individual was entering their yard next to where the fly-tipping had occurred. That individual was later identified as 26-year-old Arron…

A 17-year-old female has sadly died following an incident in Llanddulas. Shortly before 9.30am today, 13 April, the teenager was found in the area of Craig Nant Dulas on Rhydyfoel Road. Emergency services, two air ambulances and mountain rescue volunteers attended the scene, where she was sadly pronounced deceased. The death is not being treated as suspicious, and the coroner has been informed. Chief Inspector Steve Pawson said: “My deepest thoughts and condolences are with her family, who have been informed of the tragic incident. “We kindly ask that the privacy of the family is respected at this difficult time.”

On his first event in a Castrol MEM Rally Team Toyota GR Yaris Rally2, Osian Pryce got his challenge of a second British Rally Championship title off to the best possible start with victory on the Severn Valley Stages (Saturday 11 April). Co-driven by James Morgan, the 2022 British Rally Champion set the fastest time on his first competitive stage in the Michelin-shod Yaris – and was never knocked off the top spot as he took no big risks to win the event for the second time. It was, however, a close battle with team-mates Meirion Evans/Dale Furniss, as they fought…

Signage has now gone up at St David’s Shopping Centre ahead of the highly anticipated arrival of POP MART in Cardiff. The global designer toy giant is set to open its first ever Welsh store at the city centre shopping destination later this year, although an official opening date has not yet been confirmed. Located on the upper floor of St David’s 2, the new store will sit next to Apple, placing it in one of the busiest areas of the shopping centre. POP MART is known worldwide for its character-led collectibles and blind box figures, which have become hugely…