Author: Rhys Gregory

Caerphilly Council has appointed agents Avison Young to help deliver a bright new future for Llancaiach Fawr Manor House. The council took the difficult decision to temporarily close the site at the end of December while options are explored to run the venue in a different way in future. Interest has already been received from potential third party operators, who could take on the site and run it in a commercial capacity, without significant council subsidy. The agents will now progress discussions with interested parties as part of the formal marketing of the site. Deputy Leader Cllr. Jamie Pritchard, said,…

Monmouthshire County Council has published its draft budget for the 2025/26 financial year, focusing on protecting the most vulnerable and disadvantaged residents. With a proposed net revenue budget of £216million, an 8% increase from the 2024/25 budget. The draft budget prioritises essential neighbourhood services which are critical for maintaining the quality of life in the communities and preserving our environment for future generations. In a commitment to enhancing frontline services, Social Care and Health funding is set to rise by 10.6%, while Education funding will increase by 10.7%. Additionally, more than £2million will be allocated for capital investment in crucial infrastructure,…

Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Vikki Howells, visited Cardiff University to see how a £12.2m investment is accelerating their progress towards carbon reduction. The investment is part of a wider £20m loan funding for universities to help the reach their low carbon emissions. It has helped the University improve older building by installing energy efficient lighting, new windows and heat pumps. This is part of the university’s wider sustainability journey, where it provides electric vehicle charging and is working to electrify its fleet. Funding has come from the Welsh Government’s Digarbon programme for…

An award-winning logistics company has developed an innovative emissions management tool that has saved enough carbon emissions for a HGV to travel around the world 120 times, thanks to Welsh Government support. The state-of-the-art software, which has been pioneered by Freight Logistics Solutions (FLS), has so far cut 600,000kg of carbon emissions – enough to cover 3.3 million miles. Pontypool-based firm FLS, which delivers technology-driven logistics services across the UK, Europe and internationally, received in SMART Flexible Innovation Support (SFIS) funding from Welsh Government to develop its bespoke Emissions Manager. The software eliminates empty mileage by connecting customers to FLS’…

In the world of manufacturing, where durability and precision are very important, the industry of rubber metal parts stands out as a testament to engineering excellence. From train components to industrial machinery, rubber metal parts play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and longevity of countless products. But what goes on behind the scenes in the creation of these vital components? Let’s delve into the fascinating world of rubber metal parts manufacturing.  The Art of Fusion: Combining Rubber and Metal At the heart of rubber metal parts manufacturing lies the intricate process of combining two seemingly disparate materials: rubber…

In a highly competitive retail landscape, stores need to be strategic about how they promote products in order to maximise profits. One of the most effective ways for retailers to create profitable promotions is through the use of data analytics. By leveraging customer and sales data, retailers can gain valuable insights to develop targeted promotions that will resonate with shoppers and drive higher sales. Analyse Customer Demographics and Preferences The first step is to analyse customer demographics and purchase preferences. Retailers can examine data from loyalty programmes, website traffic, social media, and point-of-sale transactions to build profiles of their best…

If you are concerned about the crusts of your bread going to waste, then new research that promises to turn it into new kinds of food could be the answer. In a paper published in the journal ‘NPJ Science of Food’, academics at Aberystwyth University have shown that waste bread can be fermented into highly nutritious foods. Wheat is one of the most consumed crops worldwide, contributing to 20% of the calories and proteins in human diets. It is a key ingredient for many staple foods, such as breads, cakes, biscuits, cookies and crackers. Bakery waste, particularly from bread, is…

Radnor Hills, one of the UK’s leading soft drinks manufacturers, has welcomed FMCG specialist Jonathan Kemp to its board. Jonathan, who will join the board of directors of the Powys-based company as a non-executive director this month, has a long and successful career in brand building within the FMCG industry. For the past 21 years he has been on the board of AG Barr plc as Commercial Director, during which he led the commercial growth of the business and the development of iconic brands such as IRN-BRU and Rubicon. He is also involved with the Strathclyde Business School, part of…

Swansea Building Society has announced Prostate Cymru as its official charity of the year for 2025. The Society is committed to raising significant funds and awareness for the charity through a range of events and initiatives, with a goal of contributing £25,000 towards Prostate Cymru’s vital work. One of the reasons Prostate Cymru was chosen as the Society’s charity of the year is due to its personal significance to the organisation. In April 2024, Martin Lewis, the Society’s Area Manager for England, along with the husband of one of the Society’s cashiers, were both diagnosed with prostate cancer after attending a…

An Ysgol Uwchradd Aberteifi pupil, Molly Newland, has come out on top at the prestigious Innovation Awards 2024 organised by the WJEC and Welsh Government. Since the start of the prestigious Innovation Awards by the WJEC and Welsh Government 25 years ago, Ysgol Uwchradd Aberteifi has been a frequent finalist at the events and during that time has won all the prizes available. The Innovation Awards were developed in collaboration with the Welsh Government to inspire creativity among young minds in Wales and provoke them to rethink conventional designs of everyday products and services. Following suit from previous years, the…