Author: Rhys Gregory

Following the identification of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in poultry at a site near Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire the Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales has declared a 3km Avian Influenza Protection Zone and a 10km surveillance around the infected premises. Officers from Pembrokeshire County Council’s Public Protection Division will be visiting addresses within the 3km Protection Zone around the site, to identify locations where poultry and/or other captive birds are kept and to provide information on restrictions that currently apply to help prevent the spread of disease. In addition, road signs are currently being erected by the local authority to…

Newport City Council is putting plans in place for the return of free Saturday parking in council-run city centre car parks this festive season. And not only that, their partners at Newport Bus have also launched a special group discount ticket to support our seven-day-a- week seasonal events. Councillor Emma Corten, cabinet member for culture and communication, said: “We’re super excited about all the fantastic events and activities that we’ve got lined up as part of Festive Newport. Partners have come together to ensure there’s something for everyone, from the minute we switch on the Christmas lights, right through into…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Bydd rhagor o bobl ifanc yn elwa ar deithiau bws rhatach ledled Cymru wrth i’r cynllun sy’n cynnig tocynnau bws am £1 gael ei estyn i bobl 5–15 oed o heddiw ymlaen. Cafodd y cynllun ei lansio ym mis Medi ar gyfer pobl 16–21 mlwydd oed, ac mae eisoes wedi bod yn llwyddiant gyda phobl ifanc yn manteisio ar bron i chwarter miliwn o deithiau rhatach. Nid yn unig bydd y cynllun estynedig yn darparu teithiau bws fforddiadwy diderfyn i ragor o blant a phobl ifanc, i’w helpu i…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. More young people will benefit from cheaper bus fares across Wales as the £1 bus fare pilot is extended to all 5–15-year-olds from today (Monday 3 November). The scheme, which was launched in September for 16–21-year-olds, is already proving to be a success with almost a quarter of a million journeys made by young people taking advantage of the cheaper fares. The extended pilot will not only provide more children and young people with unlimited affordable bus travel to help them access education and leisure but also help support…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Bydd pencadlys Awdurdod Tomenni nas Defnyddir newydd Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu ar hen domen lo wedi’i hadfer ym Merthyr Tudful, gan ddarparu tua 60 o swyddi newydd. Mae’r corff cyhoeddus newydd yn cael ei greu yn sgil pasio deddf bwysig, a dderbyniodd Gydsyniad Brenhinol ym mis Medi. Bydd Deddf Tomenni Mwyngloddiau a Chwareli nas Defnyddir (Cymru) yn mynd i’r afael â’r problemau diogelwch a achosir gan orffennol glofaol a mwyngloddio Cymru. Dyma’r sefydliad cyntaf o’i fath yn y Deyrnas Unedig. Bydd yr Awdurdod yn gyfrifol am asesu, categoreiddio, cofrestru…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. The new Disused Tips Authority for Wales will be headquartered on a reclaimed colliery tip site in Merthyr Tydfil, delivering around 60 new jobs. The new public body will be established following the passing of landmark legislation, which received Royal Assent in September. The Disused Mine and Quarry Tips (Wales) Act will address the safety issues caused by Wales’s mining past. It will be the first organisation of its kind in the UK. The Authority will be responsible for the assessment, categorisation, registration and inspection of all disused tips across Wales to ensure they are managed effectively over the long-term and reduce threats to public safety. Once fully established, it will be headquartered at the…

The final fortnight of City of Arcades 2025 begins! From 3rd November Cardiff city centre turns its focus to Health & Beauty in a celebration of wellbeing, self-care and style in the heart of the capital. From rejuvenating wellness sessions and indulgent spa evenings to exclusive discounts on treatments and products, it’s a perfect opportunity to relax, recharge and indulge in some self-care ahead of the busy festive season. Health & Beauty Fortnight is the final themed chapter in the City of Arcades 2025 campaign, which celebrates 70 years of Cardiff as Wales’s capital city. Now in its eighth year, City of…

For many Welsh charities and community interest companies, digital work happens everywhere. Staff and volunteers blend shared laptops, personal phones, cloud email and online banking to deliver services and keep funds moving. That mix is efficient, yet it creates a wider set of weak spots than a single office network ever did. This 1-day list is built for small teams without a full time IT lead. It focuses on identity, email, updates and recovery, because that is where most attacks begin and, of course, where the impact lands. Phishing has grown in volume and realism, and attackers now reuse stolen…

One of the biggest milestones for any new business following company formation is taking on their first employee. There are a plethora of employment rules, and it’s the responsibility of an employer to ensure they are aware of the latest regulations and meet their obligations. In this blog, we will consider some of the basics of employment law. One of the biggest milestones for any new business following company formation is taking on their first employee. There are a plethora of employment rules, and it’s the responsibility of an employer to ensure they are aware of the latest regulations and…

Do you find that your mind is constantly racing, and you don’t seem to be able to get it to stop? Perhaps there are things going on in your life that you can’t seem to shake off no matter how you try. Or, perhaps you are just someone who has a busy mind no matter what, and that’s something that you’re struggling to deal with. If this is the case, then perhaps there are some hobbies that will help.  Some people may have already tried some and found that they weren’t as effective as they would have liked, but this…