Thursday, 18th May 2023

ECONOMY | Consumer Confidence Rises in Wales - The first quarter of 2023 saw UK consumer confidence improve with a two-percentage point increase compared to the previous quarter, according to the latest Deloitte Consumer Tracker. 

GREEN ECONOMY | Celtic Sea Opportunities for Wales - The Celtic Sea offers a range of opportunities for Wales such as economic development, renewable energy and environmental conservation.

AWARDS | Winners of IoD Director of the Year Awards Announced- IoD Wales announced the winners of its Director of the Year Awards at a ceremony held on May 12, 2023, at ICC Wales, Newport, in the presence of a gathering of business leaders.

FINANCIAL SERVICES | Productivity Boosted by Hybrid Working says UK's Finance Professionals - A significant research report, UK Talent Trends in Finance 2023, lifts the lid on the world of work and how it impacts employees and employers. 

TECHNOLOGY | Event will Celebrate Technological Advances Across Wales - An event to mark the success of the Centre of Excellence in Mobile and Emerging Technologies (CEMET) is being held next month.

NEWPORT | Work Begins on £16m Flagship Porsche Centre in Newport - Work has started on a prestigious £16m Porsche centre in Newport.

GREEN ECONOMY | Measure Your Carbon Footprint – Calculate and Evaluate to Establish Your Carbon Reduction Plan - Green Economy Wales spoke to Relationship Director at Auditel, David James about the process and benefits of starting a carbon management process.

SKILLS | Winning Food Company Urges Entries for Apprenticeship Awards Cymru 2023 - Expanding international food company Kepak Group, named Large Employer of the Year at last year’s Apprenticeship Awards Cymru, is encouraging entries for this year’s prestigious awards.

TOURISM | Botanic Garden Achieves International Status - Treborth Botanic Garden part of Bangor University has achieved a historic milestone in its history, having been recognised as an Accredited Botanic Garden.

SWANSEA | Plexus Secures Contract Win on Prestigious Swansea Development- Plexus FS, one of the leading providers of fire and security services in Wales and the South West, has secured a contract to install a fire safety system at 71 & 72, The Kingsway.

NORTH WALES | Zip World Unleashes Gravity-Powered Thrills with Aero Explorer - UK-based adventure company Zip World has announced the launch of its latest exhilarating adventure, Aero Explorer, a spiral suspension track powered entirely by gravity.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES | Local, Family-Run Business, Miles Hire, Celebrates its’ 20th Anniversary! - For any company, reaching the 20-year milestone is a huge achievement, but it is even more poignant and triumphant for the Miles Hire team when you explore their story.

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES | Civil Engineering in Focus as Annual Photographic Competition Launches in Wales - A popular annual photographic competition is now underway in Wales calling on those who live or visit to capture and celebrate Welsh civil engineering on construction sites or in the built environment of the country.

GREEN ECONOMY | The Plastic Waste Solution: Harnessing the Power of Reprocessing Plastic for a Sustainable Future - The plastic waste issue within manufacturing has become a significant global problem, with significant environmental, economic, and social consequences.

MENTAL HEALTH | Exploring Mental Health within Business in Wales - In this Business News Wales discussion, Carwyn Jones discusses the mental health campaign Time to Change Wales that helps businesses in Wales to break the stigma.

MENTAL HEALTH | Prioritising Employee Wellbeing to Retain Top Talent - Prioritising employee wellbeing is crucial for retaining top talent. When employees feel that their wellbeing is a priority, they are likely to be more productive, continue to contribute to the success of the business and ultimately, progress their career in the same workplace.

MENTAL HEALTH | Mental Health Services Available at WGU for Students - Positive mental health is essential for our wellbeing and it is vitally important that we seek help and support when we need it most.