Author: Rhys Gregory

A Tudor dance troupe, based at Cadw’s Plas Mawr house, recently won a volunteering award for their work in bringing museum learning to life. Every year the British Museum and the Marsh Charitable Trust recognises volunteers from across the UK who help museums to better engage with their visitors. The Plas Mawr group, who formed before Covid and are aged between 50 and 84, have just been named as the Welsh winners for this year. Plas Mawr, or Great Hall, is one of the best surviving examples of an Elizabethan town house in the UK today. Since 1993 it has…

In today’s fast-paced business environment, collaboration has become a cornerstone of success. Whether it involves teamwork across departments or strategic partnerships with external organisations, effective collaboration fuels innovation, efficiency, and growth. With the rise of collaborative workspace, both physical and digital, businesses are increasingly focused on fostering a culture of cooperation to achieve their goals. However, simply encouraging collaboration is not enough; it’s essential to measure its effectiveness. Businesses need to track the outcomes of their collaborative efforts to ensure they are delivering the desired results. This is where key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics come into play. By tracking…

Roulette is one of the most famous casino games out there, being instantly recognisable thanks to the presence of its unique wheel. The Roulette wheel sets this game apart from the other classic table games, which feature either cards or dice as their central game components. Whether you play a game of online Roulette or a game in a land-based casino, the wheel is always at the centre of its presentation. As it goes, there is a fascinating story behind the design of the iconic Roulette wheel, which wasn’t originally intended to be part of any game. The origins of…

Nestled on The Hayes in Cardiff’s bustling city centre, Gaucho Cardiff stands out with its sleek black canopies, giving the impression of a high-end boutique. But behind its elegant facade lies an Argentinian steakhouse that brings a sophisticated twist to dining in the Welsh capital. Opened just last year, this is Gaucho’s first venture into Wales, and it has already made a name for itself in Cardiff’s thriving culinary scene. Gaucho Cardiff, much like other premium restaurants such as Six By Nico, Terra Mare, and The Ivy Asia, offers an experience that goes beyond the plate. It’s about the ambiance,…

A scheme where pharmacists can help determine whether a sore throat needs to be treated or not is helping people in the community. The sore throat test and treat scheme allows community pharmacists to assess patients over the age of six with a sore throat. As the weather turns colder, it can be more common to experience a sore throat but antibiotics aren’t always the answer. During the assessment, the pharmacist will decide whether it is appropriate to swab the patient’s throat. If the test is required, the result will determine if the sore throat is due to a bacterial…

Wales’s biggest business group has unveiled a package of new measures to help unlock the full potential of Wales’s creative small businesses. The Creative Industries is a growth industry with huge potential for Wales. In 2022 the sector generated a £3.8bn turnover, making 5.3% of total Welsh GDP. The UK Government’s Green Paper, ‘Invest 2035: The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy’, has identified the creative industries as one of the eight key growth-driving sectors. The Power of Creativity report will be launched on Wednesday 23rd October 2024 at Digidol 24 – Wales’ Digital Conference, taking place at M-SParc. The report sets…

Work to turn a redundant call centre in Brecon into offices for Powys County Council and others, as part of a new multi-agency hub, has been completed. Bbi’s (Beacons Business Interiors) renovation for the council has included: Refurbishment of the second floor to create office space for council staff, with zero-carbon flooring and LED lighting, with intelligent controls. A reorganisation of the first floor to allow for multi-occupancy by different agencies. Installation of a passenger lift. It’s part of a major project, backed by £3.5 million in UK Government funding, which has been used to buy the building on Brecon…

Halloween can be great fun, especially for children out and about trick or treating in their costumes. However, for some people it can be a worry especially if they’re home alone and concerned about callers after dark.     No one should feel scared or anxious in their own homes, so Age Cymru has come up with some handy tips that enable people to continue enjoying the Halloween celebrations.   If you’re concerned about staying safe, invite a friend or relative around so you can spend the evening together.  And remember to put the door chain on and check who’s calling before opening…

STUDENTS on an innovative veterinary course enjoyed a perfect start to the year. Learners on the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing – Small Animal Practice at Coleg Cambria Northop achieved a 100% pass rate in their first set of exams. Among them were Hannah Williams and Katherine Oldham, who work at practices in North Wales and hope to go on and have careers in a sector where there is huge demand.. With more students joining the Cambria programme in September, lecturer and IQA (Internal Quality Assurer) Ellie Woodcock is confident the qualification will go from strength to strength, as…

Schools in Carmarthenshire are taking part in an eSports competition and are learning about the gaming industry and its allied professions at the same time. The Gaming Heroes competition is part of a series of day workshops for schools delivered at Coleg Sir Gâr’s Graig campus in conjunction with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) and is facilitated by Esports Wales. Learners from Coleg Sir Gâr, Coedcae School, Bryngwyn School, Ysgol Gyfun Emlyn, Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, and St John Lloyd School are each taking part in the eSports Competition which comprises up to 50 young learners from each…