Author: Rhys Gregory

E-sgol an online learning resource originally set up to assist sixth form provision in rural areas is now available across Wales with the latest e-sgol partnership delivering courses in Monmouthshire secondary schools. Launched in 2018 e-sgol aims to ensure that learners can study subjects that may not have otherwise been available to them including a variety of languages and criminology. E-sgol’ uses video technology to connect classrooms. This means that pupils from one school can join classes at other schools remotely and can access a greater range of subjects in both English and Welsh language. The Cabinet Secretary for Education,…

A Welsh business using pioneering technologies to create an innovative range of footcare products has received the backing of a group of angel investors, along with the Development Bank of Wales, the Welsh Government, University of Wales Trinity St David and Innovate UK. Kaydiar was set up in 2018 as an ambitious spin-out from Cardiff Metropolitan University, focusing on improving foot care by using emerging technology to help relieve pressure lesions and similar sores. Its new DiaSole and ZeroSole products are respectively designed to help those suffering from diabetic foot ulcers and pressure-induced corns or calluses. Both products make use…

Recently, we brought you news about a drug dealer Jack Thomas, who was jailed for 30 months at Cardiff Crown Court for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine. Yesterday (October 1), Michael Cross – a runner for Thomas – was also jailed. This picture of Jack Thomas and Michael Cross was taken from a phone belonging to Cross after he was arrested. It was used to help link the two men who supplied crack cocaine in the Barry area via their ‘Fatz’ drug line. Michael Cross was arrested in June after undercover officers saw him selling crack cocaine…

Join us as we go behind the scenes to check out the amazing progress being made at the ‘living building’ development taking shape in Swansea city centre. Made up of the former Woolworths unit on Oxford Street and a new adjoining tower, the development is due for completion in 2025. Led by Hacer Developments and part of the city’s £1bn regeneration programme, the completed scheme will include exhibition space, offices and 50 apartments to be run by Pobl. An urban farm-style greenhouse set over four floors will also feature, along with community gardens and green spaces, balcony grow boxes, an…

Wales’ brightest entrepreneurial minds are being urged to seize an opportunity to fast-track their business ideas. The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme is now accepting applications for its innovative 10-week immersive Start-Up Accelerator Programme, set to launch in January 2025. The Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme will provide a series of virtual sessions to deliver a comprehensive, rapid start-up experience. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance on turning their ideas into fully operational businesses, with tailored support designed to help them acquire paying customers and develop a sustainable business model. This accelerator is open to all Wales-based aspiring entrepreneurs with a…

As the “Summer” season comes to an end, The National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, is getting ready to drop its water temperature and prepare for the return of cold-water Swims. After a hugely successful pilot last year, cold-water swims will return to Lido Ponty on October 19. The water temperature will be set at a reduced 15 degrees and weekend sessions will be filled with adventurous swimmers. The cold-water swims attracted visitors from across the UK last year, from casual dips to those in training for competitions. It is hoped they will return for 2024. Tickets for cold water…

In a speech given in the Senedd, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, addressed the current housing situation in Wales and plans to end homelessness. Addressing the Siambr, The Cabinet Secretary said: “We know that investing in social housing reduces poverty, improves health and helps drive economic growth. “Good quality affordable housing can provide opportunities for every individual and family, positively impacting upon health, mental health and education outcomes. “Our ambition to end homelessness in Wales cannot be achieved unless we have sufficient supply of suitable homes that people can afford to live well in alongside…

Shoppers in Wales can now apply to get their hands on Aldi’s first-ever Superfan Card. The Superfan Card is Aldi’s way of celebrating its most loyal customer by offering them a chance to have a year’s groceries covered by the supermarket. Aldi lovers in Wales can apply for the Superfan Card by explaining why they deserve to be the winner in no more than 250 words. Judges at Aldi will carefully review all submissions to select the final winner, who will be the only person in the UK to hold this exclusive card. Richard Thornton, Communications Director at Aldi, said:…

Front Door Communications has appointed former national journalist Lisa Blake as its new Head of PR. Lisa, originally from Aberdare, joins the Cardiff comms agency in Cardiff with a wealth of experience, including more than 15 years’ working for celebrity magazines such as OK! and new and, more recently, as a PR Manager for ITV Daytime. She joins the eight-strong team at Front Door, whose clients include Go.Compare, current Strictly Come Dancing star Wynne Evans, Christmas at Bute Park, Green Man, Cleverchefs Group and Bouygues UK. Lisa’s journalism background means she’s interviewed hundreds of celebrities, including Kylie Minogue, Tom Jones…

JCP Solicitors has announced that Cardiff-based Rhianydd Llewellyn-Thomas has been promoted to Director and Head of Healthcare within Commercial Services. This latest promotion demonstrates the award-winning law firm’s continued effort to recruit senior leaders from within, supporting business growth through professional development and team investment. Rhianydd Llewlleyn-Thomas first joined JCP Solicitors in 2014 as an Undergraduate Legal Assistant. Returning as a Trainee Solicitor in 2017, she joined Commercial Services in 2018 where she remained after qualifying as a Solicitor in 2019. From the very start of her career Rhianydd supported Commercial Services with their growing healthcare client base, developing her…