Author: Rhys Gregory

Hay Festival Global has announced details for Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye Winter Weekend 2024, taking place in the grounds of Hay Castle, 28 November–1 December.  This year will mark the 25th winter edition, bringing together writers, activists and world changers in an inspiring programme, to be announced in full on Tuesday 24 September.  A 350-seater marquee in the grounds of Hay Castle will host an eclectic mix of conversations, candle-lit storytelling, comedy, music and performances for all ages.  Additional events will take place in the Castle’s Clore workshop space, plus venues around town, including St Mary’s Church.  More than 10,000 tickets…

Tramshed Tech, a leading coworking and innovation hub in South Wales is proud to announce the launch of two new business support programmes designed to boost the local economy and foster innovation in the Vale of Glamorgan. The Green Tech Zero Programme and Creative Cluster Programme are both fully funded and designed to boost the local economy by supporting SMEs developing innovative green solutions and nurturing talent within creative industries. These programmes underscore Tramshed Tech’s commitment to foster innovation and drive economic growth across the region. Green Tech Zero Programme: Supporting Sustainable Innovation In response to the urgent need for climate…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of a development site in Cowbridge, South Wales, which benefits from planning consent for 50 retirement living apartments. The site was identified by Mercian Developments Limited as suitable for a retirement living development given its underlying affluent demographic and proximity to a wide range of amenities on Cowbridge’s bustling High Street. McCarthy Stone submitted and secured planning consent for a scheme of 50 retirement living apartments (C3) with communal facilities and has subsequently acquired the site from Mercian. Leah Tattersall Land Manager at McCarthy Stone, comments, “It is great…

One of the UK’s leading early-years childcare providers, Kids Planet Day Nurseries, has expanded its presence in North Wales with two new acquisitions of The Wendy House Day Nursery in Brynford, and Snuggles Day Nursery in Denbigh. Located in the peaceful village of Brynford, The Wendy House is a purpose-built nursery with countryside views, welcoming families from Brynford, Calcoed and the surrounding areas. The second nursery, Snuggles Day Nursery on Rhyl Road in Denbigh, is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It provides full day care for children as well as an out-of-school club, Snuggle Juniors, at the nearby…

A brand-new initiative has been launched in Gwynedd and Ynys Môn, designed to help communities to repair and reuse everyday items to reduce waste. Cylchol is managed by Menter Môn and supported through the Welsh Government’s Circular Economy Fund. The project aims to develop a vibrant circular economy by promoting the repair and remanufacture of materials and goods, creating a culture of sustainability and resourcefulness within communities. A key part of the project is the revitalisation of the 14 Ffiws makerspaces located across north west Wales. Menter Môn’s very own makerspace in Porthmadog will be relaunched on the 24 July…

Specialist business advisory firm FRP is to establish its first Welsh office after acquiring Cardiff-based Lexington Corporate Finance. Founded in 2015, Lexington provides corporate finance services to clients both locally and nationwide and will go to market as FRP Corporate Finance. Lexington’s founder, Gary Partridge, will join FRP as partner with all 14 other members of the Lexington team also joining to establish the firm’s 28th UK office. The £3m acquisition is FRP’s 10th since becoming a plc in 2020, as it continues to develop a full-service advisory practice across the UK. Lexington is expected to benefit from working closely…

The Rhymney Valley Athletics Club Mini Quad Event, held at the CCBC Athletics Hub in Oakdale, saw an enthusiastic turnout with 48 young athletes, ranging from children under the age of 7 to school year 6, participating in a variety of athletic activities. The event featured running, jumping, throwing, and an endurance challenge, providing a comprehensive athletic experience for all participants. All athletes received outstanding performance awards, nominated by our young leaders who coached the participants throughout the event. These awards recognised the exceptional efforts and sportsmanship displayed by everyone involved. Rhymney Valley Athletics Club Chair, Deb Howells, expressed her…

An Aberystwyth University initiative to improve the job prospects of students less likely to attend university has been recognised at a major UK awards ceremony. Launched in December 2023, the Employability e-Hub has already generated over 2 million views on social media, with over 100,000 clicks through to the online hub by its target audience. Described as “impressive” by the judges, the e-Hub received the Building Effective Partnerships Award at the recently held Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services Annual Conference (AGCAS). Created by the University’s Careers Service in partnership with other Welsh universities and the Higher Education Funding Council…

On Wednesday 17 July 2024, at Aberystwyth Justice Centre, the Magistrates passed sentence on Mr. Gary Davies, of Bercoed Uchaf, Bangor Teifi, Llandysul. Mr. Davies pleaded guilty to three offences under the Cattle Identification Regulations 2007, two offences under the Disease Control (Wales) Order 2003 and three offences under the Tuberculosis (Wales) Order 2010. The Magistrates heard how Mr. Davies had little regard to the disease control measures in place to protect the farming industry. He consistently failed to report the deaths, or off movements of cattle since 2021 in contravention of the Cattle Identification Regulations 2007. The accurate maintenance of animal movements…

Plenty has changed since casinos first started exploring a shift to online play. One of the biggest changes for the online casino landscape has been the introduction of live dealer games. These offer a fusion between online and elements of a land-based casino experience, with a live dealer and physical game components in use. If you’re interested to find out just how one of these online casino live games works, then keep reading. How live casino games work A lot goes on behind the scenes to make a live casino game work. Multiple high-definition cameras capture various angles of the…