Author: Rhys Gregory

Everyone must play their part in preventing one of the world’s biggest killers, Wales’ Chief Medical and Veterinary Officers have said as they launch the next stage of a 20-year plan to reduce resistance to antibiotics In 2019, there were an estimated 7,600 deaths directly from infections resistant to antibiotics (similar to the number of deaths in the UK due to stomach cancer), as well as 35,200 deaths as an indirect result of infections resistant to antibiotics. Even if the patient survives, resistance makes infections far more serious and difficult to treat successfully. But simple steps to prevent infections and…

Dear Editor, Moving regularly and being active is important to nurture and protect good mental health but many of us are not moving enough.  That’s why ‘Movement: moving more for our mental health’ is the theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week which is taking place from 13 to 19 May. We know that it can be difficult to be physically active when you’re busy with work, childcare or caring responsibilities.  We know it can be tougher still if you’re living with a long-term health condition or struggling financially. That’s why we’re sharing information and advice throughout the week…

A Brecon fish and chip shop frying for the last time after more than forty years is  looking to be wrapped up by a new owner at auction. The former Watergate Fish Bar is being sold after the owner retired after four decades of serving customers in Brecon.  The corner shop, which is being sold by Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions,  has a guide price of £143,000-plus. Debra Bisley, of Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “After more than forty years trading the owners of this well established premises are finally putting away their fish fryers, hanging up their aprons and retiring making…

In a time of economic uncertainty and shifting travel preferences, are multigenerational family holidays still a priority? Legal & General surveyed over 2,000 UK adults, aged 18 and over, to shed light on how family holidays are changing.  Are Brits still taking multigenerational family holidays? While the landscape of travel has changed a lot in recent years, it appears most families remain eager to book getaways. Nearly half (46%) of respondents consider it crucial to go on multigenerational family trips, including both immediate and extended family members. Over half (54%) of families are also planning to take a trip in…

AN historic multi award winning south Wales valleys pub at the centre of its community for decades which has hosted stars of screen and politics is looking for a new role. Treorchy’s imposing Pencelli Hotel, reputed to have been a favoured haunt of Hollywood megastars Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, called last orders a couple of years ago. But now the Rhondda valley pub, which can trace its history back to the eighteenth century, is looking for a new lease of life under fresh ownership. The former hostelry, on Pencai Terrace, next to the town’s Pengelli Bowls Club and pristine…

Newport-based Harding Evans Solicitors has announced its latest round of promotions, which includes three new partners. The new partners are Residential Conveyancer Jamie Beese, Commercial Litigator William Watkins and Leah Thomas, who was recently appointed as the head of the Family & Matrimonial team. Their promotions see Harding Evans’ partnership grow to seventeen. Clinical Negligence specialist, Ashleigh Hill, has also been promoted to Senior Associate. The promotions come off the back of a period of continuous growth for the firm. Chairman Ken Thomas commented “Jamie, William, Leah and Ashleigh are fantastic solicitors who all work tirelessly for their clients. It…

AN EDUCATION and industry partnership created a pioneering ‘data dashboard’ for an engineering solutions company. Medru – a joint initiative between Coleg Cambria, Bangor University, and The Open University in Wales – teamed up with AMRC Cymru to create the system for Hawarden-based LCA Group Ltd. The project highlights the synergies between academia, industry, and technology in driving forward digital transformation in North Wales. They developed a proof-of-concept data dashboard that showcases the power of real-time data analysis and visualisation. Medru’s commitment to leveraging advanced data integration, adaptive design, comprehensive analytics, and stringent security measures promises a transformative impact on…

SMALL businesses will take flight by capitalising on export opportunities with the support of Antur Cymru Enterprise. The Global Reach Out Programme is funded by UK Government, powered by Levelling Up and delivered by Antur Cymru Enterprise in collaboration with International Trade Support Group and Powys County Council. The project explores trade and overseas partnerships via a series of funded remote and in-person training sessions which resume this month. Delivered by international trade advisor Clive Barnard – who has more than 30 year’s industry experience, including a decade with Business Wales – attendees from across the region can learn all…

A vibrant new mural is the latest addition to the artwork and colourful streetscape of a recently regenerated city centre road. A delicate pink waterlily is the centrepiece of the new painting which has been produced by local artist, Rmer One, on the side of The Health Centre of Traditional Chinese Medicine building owned by Mr Pak Hong Lam on Tudor Street. The mural is the newest piece of art in the Tudor Street area where a major regeneration scheme, including commercial, environmental and transport improvements, has recently been completed. With Welsh Government support via its Transforming Towns and Active…

South Wales Police officers are investigating a disturbance at Tesco in St Mellons, Cardiff. The incident took place yesterday evening (Tuesday, May 7), and police are appealing for witnesses. CCTV shows a man threatening another man with a machete just before 6pm yesterday. There have been no reports of any injuries. There were lots of people in the shop at the time and police are aware that the incident may have been filmed on mobile phones. The police are now asking  anyone with footage, or anyone who witnessed what happened to contact them. Please contact South Wales Police by one…