Author: Rhys Gregory

A unique partnership helping grow the Welsh economy by turning innovative ideas into reality using world class research continues to go from strength to strength. The Airbus Endeavr Wales programme, which recently celebrated 15 years of success, is a joint venture between Welsh Government, Airbus Defence and Space, and Cardiff University – representing the university sector in Wales. The Endeavr initiative, which gives universities and SMEs the opportunity to work with Airbus and develop innovative solutions to complex problems, has drawn £1.6m in funding from other sources in the last three years alone – more than the investment made by…

A further 200 nurses and doctors from Kerala in India will be recruited to join the health service in Wales. The announcement strengthens the agreement made between the Welsh Government and the Government of Kerala last year to support ethical recruitment from India to Wales, and on the basis of mutual benefit. The NHS in Wales now has more staff than at any point in its history, directly employing almost 97,000 full-time equivalent staff, and the Welsh Government is committed to continue investing in the current workforce and in training the NHS workforce of the future. By welcoming healthcare professionals…

During National Careers Week (3-8 March), Melissa Williams, 29 from Swansea, has been promoted to ophthalmic director with Specsavers in Swansea and Mumbles, following eight years of service in optical care. Melissa Williams, who was a student at both Bishopton Primary School and Bishopton Comprehensive School, has steadily advanced through the ranks of the high-street opticians, having joined the Gorseinon Specsavers store on a summer placement while studying optometry at Cardiff University. Upon completing her degree, Melissa Williams undertook a pre-registration role at Specsavers Swansea in 2017, where she quickly gained valuable experience. In 2018, Melissa Williams achieved full qualification…

Artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of the automotive service industry, offering advanced solutions that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of vehicle repairs. By employing AI-driven diagnostic tools, garages can identify problems with remarkable speed and precision, ensuring that repairs are done right the first time. This innovation not only minimises downtime but also significantly reduces repair costs by predicting and preventing issues before they escalate. AI’s capabilities extend beyond diagnostics, as it bridges the gap between car owners and local garages, making the process of finding a reliable mechanic quicker and easier. Through AI-powered platforms, you no longer need to…

If you’re looking to understand how slot games work, getting familiar with the basics can help you make the most of your gameplay. Whether you play Slots online or in a land-based casino, the core mechanics remain the same—spinning the reels and hoping to land winning combinations. With so many variations available, knowing how features like paylines, Random Number Generators (RNGs), and bonus rounds work can help you navigate different slot games. In this guide, we’ll break down the key elements of slot gaming, from how reels function to the latest technology behind modern Slots, before you take a chance…

Primark is expanding Click & Collect across Wales, as it launches its popular service in its Cardiff, Cwmbran, Newport and Llanelli stores for the first time. The service is already available in Wales for customers in Llandudno and Wrexham with more Welsh stores still to come.  This comes as the retailer announces plans to complete its nationwide service rollout to all its stores in Britain by this summer. This latest service expansion in Wales is part of 18 new stores to join Click & Collect today, meaning the service is now available in 131 Primark stores across Great Britain.   Many…

Hay Festival has today announced the return of The Platform, an open call for creatives aged 21–28 to submit their new work to be showcased in Hay-on-Wye, 22 May–1 June. Launched in 2024, The Platform is an initiative to promote, support and develop young creative talent, funded by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Artists can find out more about the programme and submit their ideas at hayfestival.org/the-platform – deadline is 12noon on Thursday 3 April 2025 Successful artists will have the chance to share their work with Festival audiences on Wednesday 28 May in the Festival’s Creative Hub space, plus…

A new guide — Bite into Bridgend — is set to put Bridgend’s burgeoning food scene on the map, as Visit Bridgend reveals 17 of the area’s best independently owned culinary experiences. At a time when the UK’s independent restaurant sector faces continued economic challenges, Bridgend town centre is bucking the trend — with more than 30 independent restaurants, cafés, and bars, it is fast earning a reputation as a vibrant food and drink destination. From long-standing Welsh-Italian restaurants and bistros to innovative culinary hotspots, the Bite into Bridgend list highlights the town’s diverse offer. Visitors may be surprised to…

Businesses on a Denbighshire industrial estate are forecast to save almost £250,000 in energy costs and safeguard jobs as well thanks to a pioneering renewable energy scheme. The project has provided 40 companies on the Colomendy Industrial Estate in Denbigh with carbon reduction plans and mentoring support and already nine are seeing the financial benefit after taking steps to cut their emissions. The work is part of a Denbighshire business collaboration project run by social enterprise Cadwyn Clwyd, and is funded by the Denbighshire County Council UK Shared Prosperity Fund Programme. Cadwyn Clwyd commissioned sustainability expert Tom Powell through his…

A major drive has been launched to persuade tourists to use public transport when they’re visiting North Wales. The aim of the campaign by North Wales Tourism is to promote green tourism by reducing the number of cars on the roads and overcrowding at well-known hotspots during peak periods. It’s aimed at travellers from big cities like London, Manchester and  Birmingham and Cardiff using trains run by Transport for Wales (TfW) and Avanti West Coast. They’re linking with bus routes operated by the long-distance TrawsCymru network and the book-a-ride fflecsi bus service along more local routes. The idea is to…