Author: Rhys Gregory

New ways of connecting primary and secondary school children with employers and apprenticeship providers to fill skills gaps were explored by a panel of experts last week. The panel sought to answer the question: “How do apprenticeships benefit Wales?” at the National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW) annual conference, resurrected for the first time since the pandemic and hosted by the International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales), Newport. Headline sponsor was City & Guilds. Panellists were Ben Cottam, head of FSB in Wales, Helena Williams, corporate development director of ALS and ACT, Leigh Hughes, Cardiff Capital Region Skills Partnership (RSP)…

A marriage proposal is a milestone in any romantic relationship, a moment that signifies the depth of your commitment and the strength of your love. For many, the process of planning the perfect proposal can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. How do you ensure that the day you pop the question is as unforgettable as it should be? In this post, we will explore the various elements that can turn your proposal into an enchanting memory that you and your partner will cherish for a lifetime. The Element of Surprise One of the key components of a memorable proposal is…

Only one Welsh-trained horse in history has won the Grand National at Aintree and that was Kirkland in 1905. Kitty’s Light goes into the latest renewal of the world’s most famous steeplechase with an excellent chance of ending that wait for a second success for Wales. BREAKING! Joint favourite Kitty’s Light wins the 2023 Scottish Grand National ⬇️⬇️⬇️https://t.co/RZCmaCXO4V pic.twitter.com/ZplxdTAnV9 — Daily Record Sport (@Record_Sport) April 22, 2023 Trained by Christian Williams in Ogmore Castle, South Wales, the eight-year-old chaser won the Scottish Grand National at Ayr in 2023. He has shown a liking for the marathon distances in the sport,…

Have you ever caught yourself covering your mouth when you laugh or smile? Maybe you’ve been hesitant to show your teeth in photos or during conversations. You’re not alone. Many people feel self-conscious about their smiles, whether it’s due to crooked teeth, gaps, or misalignment. But here’s the good news: dental braces can work wonders in improving your smile and boosting your confidence. In this article, we’ll delve into how dental braces can transform your grin, giving you the smile you’ve always dreamed of. Understanding the Basics of Dental Braces Before we dive into the benefits, let’s get acquainted with…

Ffos Caerffili – Caerphilly’s own shipping container-style market has opened to the public. The opening of the market indicates the first stage of the Caerphilly Town 2035 Placemaking Plan, with funding support from the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns Initiative and the European Regional Development Fund. The scheme has also been supported by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda. The confirmed traders include: Two Shot Takeaway Eco Play Box Welsh ICE Lock Up Bottle Shop Castle Tackle & Bait Upmarket Butchers Joe’s Plant Place Circular Studio Joy House Creations Bab Haus ACME Burger…

From today (Saturday, April 6), it will become law for all businesses, charities, and public sector organisations to sort their waste for recycling. The changes will increase recycling and reduce the amount of waste sent for incineration and to landfill. The Workplace Recycling Regulations will require all business, public and third sector workplaces to separate key recyclable materials in the way that householders already do across most of Wales. The following materials will need to be separated for collection, and collected separately: Food Paper and card Glass Metal, plastic and cartons Unsold textiles Unsold small waste electrical and electronic equipment…

The motorcyclist who died following a road traffic collision which happened on Monday, April 1, on Mynydd Newydd Road, Swansea, has been named as Stephanie Morris, 46, from Blaen-y-Maes, Swansea. Better known as Steph, her daughter Chelsea has paid tribute to her saying: “Mum was a much-loved mother, nanny, sister, aunty and friend. “She was the kindest person you could ever meet, generous with her love and time and no matter how you were feeling, she would brighten your day with her presence. “She was one of a kind and a well-respected character in the community, illustrated by the outpouring…

Contented cows on a North Wales coast farm are being fed on a diet of malted barley that’s left over after being used to make whisky. The Aber Falls Distillery, at Abergwyngregyn, is just 500 yards from Pentre Aber Farm where farmer Will Davies has a herd of 400 cattle, half of them dairy cows, and every day they tuck into four tons of the barley from the whisky stills. It helps make the whisky from Aber Falls some of the greenest in the UK with the water used being pumped up from a borehole while the distillery’s visitor centre…

A development of much-needed affordable homes near Crumlin, Caerphilly is now complete. Built on a 4.2 acre green field site, Pobl Group’s Ton Y Felin development has brought 60 energy-efficient homes consisting of one-bedroom apartments and two and three-bedroom homes to Croespenmaen. The homes were created using timber frame structures provided by Celtic Offsite, a social enterprise within the United Welsh Group. Celtic Offsite also produced the fitted insulation for the structures at its factory in Caerphilly. Construction of the homes was then completed on site by contractor M&J Cosgrove. Neil Robins, Managing Director of Celtic Offsite, said: “Our team…

Large-scale 3D printing company, Lunia 3D, formerly based in Cowbridge, has upsized and moved its offices to Cardiff after a strong first four years in business. The business was founded by childhood friends, Ken Pearce and Yousef Ahmed, both 26 and from Newport. The pair reunited after a decade to combine their skills and launch the business in 2020, transforming what was a garden shed hobby to a successful 3D printing firm within the space of 12 months. The pair were supported initially by a £2,000 Start Up Loan from the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme to invest…