Author: Rhys Gregory

Measures to reform the local tax system in Wales, including non-domestic rates and council tax, have become law following the official sealing of the Local Government Finance (Wales) Act. The new legislation, which was passed by the Senedd in July, establishes a series of changes to improve the tax systems. It will make them fairer and work better for the future needs of Wales, by ensuring local taxes reflect economic circumstances more regularly. It has introduced important changes to the local tax system and created a framework for a modern Wales, providing the necessary levers to adapt local taxation in the…

Though entertaining may be a joy, it’s important to ensure your house is as free of allergens as is practicable for people who suffer from allergies. Cultivating a relaxed ecosystem for each guest is vital, no matter whether you are organizing an intimate amassing or an intimate get-together. These are five practical suggestions that can help you maintain an allergy-free house and guarantee that your visitors enjoy a comfortable visit. 1. Upgrade to the Best Air Filters for Allergies Acquiring quality air filters is one of the most essential actions to maintaining your home clean and free of allergens. Allergens…

Framed prints have been a cornerstone of interior design for centuries, evolving from revered art pieces in grand palaces to accessible decor items that grace everyday homes. This transformation reflects broader changes in art, culture, and design trends. Understanding the journey of framed prints offers insight into their enduring appeal and their current role in modern interiors. The Origins: Framed Art in Classical and Renaissance Periods The earliest use of framed art dates back to the classical and Renaissance periods when artworks were commissioned to adorn the walls of churches, palaces, and noble homes. These framed pieces were often religious…

A former bakery may prove to have ingredients for a new business venture as long as you bear in mind the oven hasn’t baked for thirty years and a car included in the sale doesn’t have a key The link detached house in Llanelli, where bread was once baked is being sold by South Wales-based Paul Fosh Auctions With a Citroen car coming as part of the deal, three bedroom 13, Black Lion Road, Gorslas, Llanelli, is listed with a guide price of £163,000. Angie Davey, of Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “It’s not often we sell former bakeries and even…

Alesi Surgical – a Cardiff-based company with a novel technology to manage smoke created by surgical tools in operating theatres – has raised £5m in a funding round led by Mercia Ventures and including existing investors IP Group and Panakès Partners. The latest funding, which brings the total raised by the company to date to over £21m, comes as Alesi has secured FDA clearance in the US for the IonPencil, the first surgical tool to incorporate its technology for use in routine surgery, which represents approximately 80% of all surgical procedures. The hazards of smoke generated by electronic surgical tools…

PUPILS and teachers at a village school wood like to thank Coleg Cambria for a generous donation. Mike Ward, a Carpentry and Joinery lecturer at Cambria’s Bersham Road site in Wrexham, has spent years designing and building furniture, planters, sheds and more for educators across the area. This time it was the turn of The Rofft School in Marford, which has a unique outdoor learning environment for the Explorer Nursery and Reception and Resource Provision thanks to the talented tutor and his students. Mike has created a classroom complete with seating, a gazebo, shelter, a reading den, stage, activity boards…

Researchers plan to test if the snow high up on Everest is melting, threatening the water supplies of over one billion people. Despite air temperatures being well below zero on the highest mountain on Earth, it is believed that the snow may be melting due to rising air temperatures combined with intense solar radiation. If the theory proves correct, it would suggest that the glaciers in the Himalayas are thawing faster than expected. Glaciers in the highest mountains of the planet are an extremely important source of water with over one billion people – including many in India, Pakistan and…

T.B Davies, a trusted access equipment supplier, has secured a new partnership with Dulux Decorator Centre, the UK’s leading decorators’ merchant. This collaboration will make T.B. Davies’ innovative ladders, including the acclaimed Little Giant Ladder collection, available at over 230 Dulux Decorator Centre stores nationwide. Cardiff-based T.B. Davies manufactures a comprehensive range of products for working at height, including steps, ladders, towers, and podiums, all designed to improve safety and efficiency for professionals. These solutions are especially beneficial in complex environments like stairs, corners, and uneven surfaces, where stability and versatility are crucial. Dulux Decorator Centre, known for supporting professionals…

Cardiff Metropolitan University’s ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre is set to host a series of new product development workshops that are targeted towards early-stage Welsh food and drink businesses and start-ups. The fully funded workshops, which will be held at the university’s Llandaff Campus, will take companies through the entire Stage Gate approach to new product development from concept through to launch. This approach encourages the development of successful new and reformulated food and drink products that satisfy consumer demand and are financially viable. Funded through the Welsh Government Project HELIX, the new product development workshops form part of a series,…

A Newport based charitable trust that supports the health and wellbeing of people in the city, has launched a new programme that aims to inspire residents to make the switch from using their car to a bike or walk. “Momentwm scheme” from Newport Live is a three-year programme that has been developed with one goal:  to inspire more walking, cycling, and wheeling for a happier and healthier city. The programme has also been created to show people the physical and mental health benefits that come with a more active lifestyle, save money on travel costs, and reduce their impact on…