Author: Rhys Gregory

Many people in the UK are working from home in some capacity now. In the last few years, hybrid models have become increasingly popular, with employees striking a balance between the office and doing the workday from the spare room. In fact, over a quarter of working adults in Britain (28%) were part of a hybrid pattern last autumn. This shows that for a lot of people, being home-based is part of the everyday experience now. However, without a well-planned workspace, productivity and wellbeing can suffer. Whether you’re working remotely full time or just a few days a week, setting…

Manchester united is one of the most popular football clubs of all time. The club’s kits have become their symbol, easily recognized by any fan. The kits have evolved a lot as the time passed by, but they always influenced fashion trends. But what is the most iconic manchester united kit? This article is going to present some of the most loved kits. Let’s see if your favourite Man Utd kit is on this list! The 1968 Man Utd Kit This iconic 1968 Man Utd kit was a blue shirt, white shorts, and blue socks. This kit was worn when…

Hexa Finance, one of Wales’ leading business finance providers, has announced a strategic partnership with Octa Finance, a newly established finance firm based in Southampton. Octa Finance is an independent entity dedicated to helping businesses across England access tailored financial solutions, complementing Hexa’s existing focus on supporting Welsh SMEs. Octa Finance will be jointly led by co-founders Sean Taylor and Steve Hynde. Sean, previously Head of Hard Asset Finance at Hexa, will now step into a leadership role at Octa alongside Steve. Both bring a wealth of expertise, having previously worked together at an asset finance subsidiary of Rothschild and…

70 new homes for social rent are on their way to Llwynhendy, Llanelli thanks to a new development by Beacon Cymru, part-funded by the Welsh Government’s social housing grant scheme (SHG). The site, which is adjacent to the Scarlets’ home ground, is one of the first to enter development stage since Beacon Cymru was formed in January 2025 by the merger of established community landlords, Coastal Housing Group and RHA Wales. Located off Maes ar Ddaffen Road in Llwynhendy, Llanelli. The site was purchased from Tata Steel, who will also supply some key construction materials. The structures will be built…

CORE, a Cardiff-based web and branding agency, has marked its 21st birthday by becoming employee owned. Founded in 2003 by its Managing Director Ceri Richmond, CORE has grown organically with Ceri initially working as a freelancer and in partnership with other creative agencies while growing depth of experience and clients along the way. Working out of offices in Mount Stuart Square in Cardiff, the agency – one of the first digital agencies in Wales to be employee owned – works with clients including Admiral Law, Atradius, MotoNovo Finance and Techniquest. CORE offers everything from brand and web design to technical development to digital marketing for clients all…

A vital community leisure facility has been awarded with £300,000 worth of funding from Pen y Cymoedd Wind Farm Community Fund. Afan Valley Swimming Pool in Cymmer has become a vital community hub, providing group and one-to-one swimming lessons, family swims, and lane swimming seven days a week, with 36,000 visits recorded annually. The pool is also home to Afan Valley Swimming Club, Welsh Diving, Flying Start, a weekly youth club and Communities For Work. The £300,000 Vision Fund award will finance the pool’s operation for five years, continuing the employment of 13 staff with support from volunteers. Formerly Cymmer…

A former Alun School pupil has successfully earned a place on her dream course after receiving a top science prize for exceptional A-level results. Katy Rushforth, 18, won the Synthite science award after achieving a series of impressive grades in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects at the Mold-based sixth form. Sponsored by the Mold-based chemical firm, the accolade is presented to a student who has demonstrated steadfast commitment towards their education throughout the previous 12 months. Having achieved A* grades in A-level biology and chemistry, alongside an A in physics, Katy is now on a five-year medicine degree at the…

Speaking at an event for industry leaders in Cardiff last night, the BBC’s Director-General, Tim Davie, announced record-breaking figures for Gavin & Stacey in Wales, saying: “nothing demonstrates the BBC’s ability to bring people together like the extraordinary success of Gavin & Stacey”. 1.8m people in Wales, or 59% of the Welsh population (compared with 20.9m/32% of UK population), have now watched Gavin & Stacey: The Finale, making it the most watched TV moment in Wales since at least 2002, ahead of the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony peak of 1.4m. In Wales you’re twice as likely (than the rest of…

The highly anticipated Cardiff Wine Festival will return for its 4th edition later this year. Taking place on 16th and 17th May, and promising two days of wine tastings across three sittings, the Cardiff Wine Festival is organised by Cardiff Wine Events – a collaboration between WinesnVines (independent wine merchants) and Vinitalia (operators of popular Cardiff Italian restaurant, Casanova). This year, the event will move to a new home at The Hilton for 2025 – embracing a chic blend of classic-meets-contemporary luxury, the new venue will provide an elegant setting to spend the day trying out a variety of delicious and interesting wines and spirits.…

New research from leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP finds that, while many businesses expect they will need to secure additional funding to support their growth this year, the majority are currently finding it difficult to access the funding required. The firm’s research* which surveyed 800 businesses in the UK, finds that 70% expect that they’ll need to apply for additional funding this year. The most common amount expected to be needed was between £10million – £25million. The top reasons noted for this extra funding are to ‘invest in new premises or equipment’ and to ‘invest in R&D…