Author: Rhys Gregory

Skaters in Cardiff will soon have a new ‘destination’ skate park to enjoy. Work on the approximately 1,000m2skatepark next door to Eastern Leisure Centre in Llanrumney is scheduled to begin before Christmas. Designed by award winning consultants VDZ+A and Newline Skateparks in consultation with the local skateboard community, the new skatepark features a series of ramps, hips, curbs, ledges and rails as well as a quarter pipe and will be suitable for all ages and abilities. Built from concrete, the new skatepark will provide a higher quality, more inclusive, lower maintenance and lower noise facility than the existing timber-framed skatepark…

Work has started as a Swansea construction firm helps bring another of the city’s heritage buildings back to life. A team from Landore-based John Weaver Contractors has now moved on-site at the Lower Swansea Valley’s Hafod-Morfa Copperworks grade two listed Laboratory Building. The company secured the contract to renovate the historic structure after Swansea Council advertised the opportunity. The work, expected to take around 16 months, will see the building made suitable for a restaurant or a number of other possible uses. The building is thought to date from the second half of the 1800s, with the planned work being…

From Friday 15 November, Newport Civic Centre will be closed on Fridays. The one-day per week trial closure is part of a project to consider the future use of the building ahead of a proposed move towards closing the building for two days a week, which was agreed by full council earlier this year as part of the 2024/25 budget savings proposals. Full council agreed to the move to close the building two days a week in order to recoup savings through a reduction in utility costs. During the trial, the council will assess the practicalities of closing the building…

Nick Smith MP (Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney) and Ruth Jones MP (Newport West) visited Rhymney Library Hub to view the new facilities and find out more about the success of the hub model and how it benefits the community. Rhymney Library Hub officially opened earlier this year after an exciting refurbishment thanks to funding from Caerphilly County Borough Council and Welsh Government’s Capital Transformation Fund. The Rhymney Library Hub offers a new holistic support environment allowing our residents an entry point into council services. A range of council support services are available for residents to speak to including; Caerphilly Cares,…

New proposals will allow infrastructure planning decisions of national significance to be taken more quickly. Improvements to the planning system must continue if Wales is to deliver on its decarbonisation, renewable energy and green jobs ambitions, Economy, Energy and Planning Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Evans will say today. Five decisions on major new renewable energy projects have been approved by the Cabinet Secretary since her appointment in September, contributing over 280 MW of renewable energy for Wales – the equivalent to power more than 180,000 Welsh homes. Speaking to representatives from across the renewable energy sector at a packed Future Energy…

More children will soon benefit from a programme aiming to inspire and develop Wales’ engineers of tomorrow, thanks to a £1.2 million investment from Welsh Government. The funding will expand the HiVE (High Value Engineering) Hub programme which is being delivered in partnership with Coleg Gwent and funded through the Tech Valleys programme. The expansion will see additional schools in Caerphilly county borough, Torfaen and Monmouthshire benefit from the STEM scheme, which provides robotics equipment for classrooms and aims to introduce learners to engineering at an early age. The first HiVE Hubs were established in Blaenau Gwent in 2021, with…

The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, delivered an update on building safety in Wales in the Senedd.  The update included progress being made to reform the design, construction and occupation of buildings as well as an update on the progress towards repairing buildings in Wales. Addressing the Siambr, the Cabinet Secretary said: “We have introduced tighter regulations of higher risk buildings, as well as a new regulatory system for registration and oversight of the building control profession, including building control approvers and building inspectors working in both the private sector and local authorities. “The next stage…

The software powering online casinos is the real engine behind the games that keep players coming back. Whether you’re spinning the reels, placing bets on live tables, or exploring themed adventure games, it’s the software running in the background that’s responsible for your gaming experience. Today’s online casinos rely on advanced software solutions from several top developers, each bringing their own style, technology, and commitment to fair play. This not only makes for smoother gameplay and more immersive visuals but also upholds the security and fairness players expect. Crypto and gambling expert Kane Pepi highlights that several non-Gamstop casinos on…

As the world moves towards more sustainable and energy-efficient solutions, the question of whether to choose electric radiators or central heating is becoming increasingly relevant for homeowners. The decision is not as straightforward as it seems, given that both systems come with their distinct advantages and disadvantages. In this guide, we’ll explore these heating options in detail to help you make an informed choice that suits your needs and lifestyle. Efficiency and Environmental Impact One of the primary considerations when choosing a heating solution is its energy efficiency and environmental impact. Electric radiators are often championed for their efficiency. Because…

Payment gateways have emerged as essential tools for meeting the demands of modern online businesses. By integrating innovative payment gateway services, they can streamline transactions, enhance security, and improve customer experiences, which supports sustainable growth and expansion into new markets. This article delves into payment gateways, their benefits and their role in optimising operations, speeding up transactions, and supporting strategic business objectives. Understanding Payment Gateways What is a Payment Gateway? A payment gateway is an intermediary between a merchant’s website and the payment processor, facilitating secure transaction processing. It captures and encrypts payment information, ensuring that data is safely transmitted…