Author: Rhys Gregory

The shift to digital learning is transforming the way students access education, creating a more flexible, engaging, and inclusive environment. Traditional classrooms are evolving, and the impact of technology on education has been profound. From online courses to interactive platforms, digital learning is reshaping how knowledge is delivered and consumed. This shift brings unique advantages that redefine the entire educational experience and influence both how educators teach and how students learn. Expanding Access to Quality Education One of the most significant changes digital learning has introduced is the expansion of access to education. Students from all corners of the world…

Powys Business of the Year 2024 is Brecon-based Beacon Foods, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of ingredients and ready-to-eat products. The family-run company, which was established in 1993, collected the coveted accolade, sponsored by Powys County Council, at the annual awards ceremony held at Dering Lines, Brecon on Friday. Earlier in the evening, the company, which has 53,000 square feet of manufacturing and storage facilities, also collected the Growth Award, sponsored by WR Partners. Beacon Foods has grown from a start-up company to an industry leader employing a workforce of 130 in 31 years. Chairman Edward Gough received the…

Narberth-born James, who was one of four players to wear the armband throughout the 2025 UEFA Women’s EURO qualifying campaign following Sophie Ingle’s decision to step down, has now been given the role by head coach Rhian Wilkinson. The midfielder has been captain on three occasions previously having taken the armband for the friendly against USA in July 2023 before leading out Cymru for the 2025 UEFA Women’s EURO qualifiers against Ukraine and Kosovo at Parc y Scarlets. James brings a wealth of experience to the role having won 122 caps for Cymru since making her debut against Scotland in…

Cardiff-based home energy efficiency business, City Energy Network (CEN), has announced that it will need to recruit at least 2,000 new workers over the next three years to meet rapidly growing demand for its services, which include insulation, heat pump, solar panel, battery storage, EV charging, and smart meter installation. CEN’s announcement comes as the UK Government is preparing to launch a major new Warm Homes Plan to improve home energy efficiency in five million homes across the UK. As it stands, there is a shortage of skilled workers who can turn the Government’s plan into reality. CEN, which has…

The UK’s most outstanding recent building projects went head-to-head for top national accolades at the RICS Awards Grand Final last night, where Lisvane & Llanishen Reservoirs Visitor Centre was awarded Land Management & Sustainable Development project of the year. Built in the late-19th century, Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs are a Victorian landmark. After acquiring the site in 2016, Welsh Water worked closely with the local community to transform the site into a health and well-being hub. The redevelopment includes three projects which opened to the public last year. It comprises of the visitor centre, and community woodland projects as well…

The UK’s leading mental health charity, Mind, alongside local charity Mind in Gwent, have announced they will become the lead charity partner of the ABP Newport Marathon Festival. Both charities work to ensure no one has to face a mental health problem alone, and it’s through incredible fundraisers and donations that it’s able to help. While Mind provides support and campaigns for mental health across England and Wales, Mind in Gwent focusses on working in providing support specifically within the communities across Newport, Monmouthshire, Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent. Together they have joined forces to partner with the ABP Newport Marathon…

Friday 27th September saw the elite of the Welsh business community gather to recognise their achievements at the 16th annual South Wales Business Awards. Hosted by one of Welsh television and radio’s most popular presenters Sara Edwards at the iconic Hilton Hotel – Cardiff. 2024 has broken all records for the volume and standard of applications. The independent judging panel found the process incredibly challenging to pick this year’s winners. The winners of the South Wales Business Awards are as follows: Young Entrepreneur of the Year – Rhys Mallows – Mallows Bottling Young Entrepreneur of the Year (SME) – Chandler…

Transport for Wales has made significant progress with the reliability and punctuality of its services over the last year, new figures from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR)* have shown. New data for the period April to June 2024 shows TfW has made the biggest improvement of any UK train company for punctuality (+8.1% improvement) and reliability (cancellations reduced by 3.2%), compared to the same period in 2023. TfW also tops the list for the biggest change in trains planned, with a 26.7% increase in the number of trains planned between April and June this year compared to the…

Pembrokeshire County Council has taken a key step toward securing a stronger economic future for the county with the approval of the Celtic Freeport full business case. The Freeport represents a new opportunity to help Wales continue to develop a globally competitive, inclusive and sustainable economy. Deputy Leader Cllr Paul Miller, cabinet member for Place, the Region and Climate Change, said: “This is a tremendously exciting period for the Haven waterway and for Pembrokeshire as a whole. “We couldn’t be more closely aligned with the aspirations of UK and Welsh Government in terms of energy transition and our role is to…

OVER 50 food businesses in Rhondda Cynon Taf have received a FIVE rating for their ‘Scores On The Doors’ in May and June 2024. The ‘Scores On The Doors’ or to use its official name – the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme helps residents choose where to eat out or shop for food by giving them clear information about the businesses’ hygiene standards. The Food Standards Agency run the scheme in partnership with all local authorities in Wales. The scheme gives businesses a rating from 5 to 0 which is displayed at their premises and online so residents can make a…