Author: Rhys Gregory

A new primary school to serveCathays and parts of Gabalfa, Heath, Llandaff North and Plasnewyddhas been named Fairoak Primary School and will officially open in September 2025. Applications for Reception places are now open at the newly established school which will provide 420 English medium primary places and a nursery. Fairoak Primary School will bring together pupils, staff and communities fromAllensbank and Gladstone Primary Schools as part of plans to renew and improve primary school provision in the area. Chosen bypupils, parents, staff and governors following extensive consultation, the new school name has takeninspiration from nature and a 600-year-old ancient…

Milford Haven Youth Council, in partnership with Milford Haven Youth Centre, hosted a Christmas dinner to be enjoyed by local pensioners last week. On December 6th, Milford Haven Youth Centre was the venue for the event, which was the idea of the youth council. The youth council members wanted to support their community and successfully applied for funding from Pembrokeshire Youth Bank and Milford Haven Town Council. In light of the current financial difficulties and the growing loneliness among many individuals, the young people recognised the urgent need to kick off the Christmas season on a positive note. They delivered…

Local families are now benefitting from a modern new childcare space that has been created at Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Castellau – which was made possible thanks to a major investment in new facilities at the Beddau school. The £1.5m Welsh Government-funded investment has enabled the refurbishment of two classrooms at the Welsh Medium school, to create a modern Nursery and Reception unit fit for the 21st Century – as well as remodelling several other areas of the school to accommodate a new single storey-extension. This complements existing outdoor areas which now have brand new play equipment. The new spaces have…

Work is continuing to take place behind the scenes to progress a flagship redevelopment project at Pentrebane Street, Caerphilly. Caerphilly County Borough Council is working with housing provider Linc Cymru to transform the site into an exciting mixed-use development.  Work is currently underway to prepare for demolition of the existing dilapidated buildings on the site, which is likely to begin in the new year. Cllr Jamie Pritchard, Caerphilly Council’s Deputy Leader, said “The re-development of Pentrebane Street is much needed. The project will bring a mix of commercial, retail and much needed affordable housing to the top end of the…

The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, recently visited the Lido Ponty and Ynysangharad Park to see and hear about the impact of recent flooding caused by Storm Bert. Following weather warnings for both rain and wind, Storm Bert caused significant damage and flooding to more than 600 properties across Wales. Pontypridd was one of the hardest hit communities, with the storm affecting homes, businesses and commercial buildings commercial premises, including the Grade II listed Lido Ponty. During the visit, the Cabinet Secretary heard about the damage to the Lido and the recovery work already completed by staff. The Cabinet…

A partnership working to address hoarding in the Caerphilly borough has been recognised with a UK Housing Award. Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Supporting People and Holistic Hoarding received ‘Partnership of the Year’ at the prestigious annual event, hosted by Inside Housing. Judges commented “This innovative and uniquely deep partnership tackles hoarding: a challenge that affects every housing provider, but one that can be hidden from sight. We were really impressed by the longevity of the support provided, with some residents being helped over a period of years. The partnership’s notion that support will be provided for as long as it…

The miniaturisation of computers has helped humanity achieve technological prowess beyond what early generations could ever have imagined. From systems that were once the size of rooms we now carry in our pockets machines millions of times more powerful. While we might not expect further leaps on the same level, there’s no question that future tech will continue to shrink, and become more capable. The question is, where is this tech going? In a world where mobile computing is increasingly important for work, communication, and entertainment, the need for transportable systems will only grow. What forms will they take, and…

The implementation of VAT in the UAE has had a significant impact on businesses, making it essential for entrepreneurs to navigate the complexities of VAT regulations. VAT consultants in Dubai play a crucial role in ensuring businesses comply with local tax laws while also optimizing their tax strategies. Expanding a business in the UAE involves understanding the intricate tax system, and with expert guidance from VAT consultants, businesses can avoid costly mistakes and maintain smooth operations. Their expertise helps businesses meet the tax requirements while focusing on growth and expansion. Understanding VAT in Dubai and the UAE Value Added Tax…

Online gambling has improved considerably in the past few years, developing as an experience for regular users. As the industry’s market size is expected to grow in the future, companies are refining their approaches to maintaining customer loyalty and improving their entertainment experiences while acquiring regulatory and licensing support.  Therefore, software providers offer various options for businesses regarding payment options, UX features, and convenience. Since customers prefer online betting, especially mobile, companies are making the experience more immersive and integrating chat rooms in applications or leaderboards to enhance competitiveness.  So, let’s see what benefits can software providers offer to betting…

The Wrexham Lager Beer Co, the oldest lager brewery in the UK, has secured a brand-new listing with The Co-operative Group, bringing its award-winning lager to stores across Wales. Now available to buy in 70 locations, customers can purchase the Wrexham Lager 440ml Cans (4% ABV) from 36 of its stores, while Wrexham Lager Export 330ml (5% ABV) is on the shelves of 34 stores. The new listing follows the company’s recent announcement of its successful expansion into the US and Australian markets, now co-owned by Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, alongside the Roberts family from Wrexham who took over…