Author: Rhys Gregory

There has been a marked fall in the number of SMEs in Wales making research & development tax relief claims, according to research by UK top 10 accountancy and advisory firm Azets.  The drop has prompted a specialist at the firm to warn that local businesses should use the valuable tax relief support – or lose it.   Chris Dale, a partner with UK top 10 accountancy and advisory firm Azets, issued the warning after analysing the latest HMRC figures for 2023-24, with the previous year’s data in brackets for comparison. There were 1,140 claims [1,595] made in Wales with a total cost of £70m…

David Spear Commercials has been named Autotrader’s Van Retailer of the Year 2025, following a prestigious awards ceremony held in London. The award recognises exceptional performance across customer service, digital engagement, and business excellence. Around 14,000 Auto Trader retailer partners were considered, with just 69 finalists selected across nine award categories. Of those, 29 were crowned winners, following in-depth analysis of millions of data points, independent expert judging, and results from the UK’s largest consumer mystery shopping programme in automotive retail. With less than 1% of Auto Trader’s 14,000 retailer partners recognised for their retailing excellence, David Spear Commercials has…

Have you noticed how many news platforms now ask you to verify your identity before you can read certain content or leave comments? This growing trend represents a significant shift in how British media operates online. Finding the best free carrier lookup tools has become increasingly relevant as digital verification transforms how we access UK news sites. I’m excited to see how digital verification is evolving across UK news platforms. From the controversial ID card proposals during Tony Blair’s era to Keir Starmer’s current digital identity initiatives, verification technology is reshaping our news consumption experience. While these systems offer benefits…

When your business seems like it’s reached a plateau, and you’re having trouble bringing in new pairs of eyes, you might be tempted to think that this is as big as your marketing is currently going to get. However, it’s a lot more likely that you’re simply missing big swathes of your market who still don’t know that you exist. If you want to reach them, then you need to know how to get more and new kinds of visibility for your brand. Here, we’re going to look at some of the methods, both online and offline, that can help…

The online casino industry has grown immensely successful in the past ten years. Obviously, online gambling has been around since the 1990s, but it was only in the late 2010s that it truly took off, and not until the early 2020s that online casinos began to compete with their land-based predecessors. Many arguments have spawned regarding the online vs. land-based industry. In this article, we would like to focus on the arguments in favor of internet-based gambling. Why do some people prefer online casinos, and where does their future lie? That is what we are going to find out. Availability…

The local pharmacy represents what I believe is the much-needed revival of personalized healthcare in our neighborhoods. Walking through their doors recently, I was struck by how different the experience felt compared to visiting large chain pharmacies where interactions often feel rushed and impersonal. The role of local pharmacies has transformed dramatically over the years. No longer just places to pick up prescriptions, establishments like the local pharmacy now serve as accessible healthcare hubs where pharmacists know patients by name and understand their specific needs. Additionally, these community-centered pharmacies offer an expanding range of services that address healthcare gaps many…

Football fans love a good prediction. Who will score first? Which team will win? How many goals will fly in? But lately, a different kind of market has been turning heads — the football betting specials. These niche bets look beyond the scoreboard and dive into the small moments that make up the game. For fans who love stats and details, they’re pure gold. The Rise of Special Markets Once upon a time, football betting was simple. You picked a winner or went for a draw. Now, you can bet on almost every kick, whistle, and referee call. Bookmakers have…

An 18-year-old male has been charged with murder, following the death of a woman in Prestatyn. The body of 45-year-old Angela Shellis was discovered in the Morfa area, close to Dawson Drive on Friday, 24 October. Tristan Thomas Roberts, of Coniston Drive, Prestatyn, was subsequently arrested at his home and charged by investigating officers. Roberts will appear at Llandudno Magistrates’ Court later today (Tuesday, 28 October). Investigating officers continue to appeal for information that may assist their enquiries. Detective Chief Inspector Andy Gibson said: “An 18-year-old male has now been charged with murder, following his arrest last week. “I would…

A £12.2 million transformation of a Denbighshire extra care housing complex has officially opened, offering older residents independence and comfort in a vibrant community setting. The upgraded Llys Awelon scheme in Ruthin, owned and managed by the Grŵp Cynefin housing association, has been expanded from 21 to 56 modern apartments, combining independent living with on-site care and support. Partly funded with £7.1 million from the Welsh Government and supported by Denbighshire County Council, the three year construction project was built by Read Construction and includes a restaurant, salon, landscaped gardens and communal areas. The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales, Rhian…

More than 50 learners are now enrolled across Levels 2 to 4, with numbers growing steadily since the subject was first introduced at the college in 2021. Cambria has already seen its first students progress onto higher education and industry roles within a sector that has become a global, multi-billion-dollar phenomenon. Learners can now study at university-equivalent Level 4 and 5 through Coleg Cambria’s partnership with Pearson, based at its Deeside campus. In 2024, Cambria unveiled a brand-new £230,000 Esports arena, one of only a handful of specialist facilities in UK further education. Equipped with 36 high-spec YOYOTECH gaming stations…