Friday 17th May 2019
- Andrew Walker tells us more about MADE a suite of initiatives designed for manufacturers in Wales.
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£30m to Improve Access to Active Travel in Wales
Deputy Minister for Economy and Lee Waters has announced grant funding for local authorities of over £30 million to improve access to active travel.
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The USW Professor Studying the Impact of Extreme...
A University of South Wales (USW) expert is looking at the impact of extreme physical exercise on mental health.
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Five Million Homeowners are Living in Multi-Generational ...
Barclays Mortgages has today revealed how three in ten homeowners are now living in intergenerational homes.
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Menter A Busnes Keeps Wellbeing in Mind for 30th Anniversary
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Menter a Busnes is taking a proactive approach to mental health awareness.
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Swansea Rise Four Places in the Complete University...
Swansea University has been ranked 35th in the overall 2020 Complete University League Tables, rising four places from 2019.
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Views Sought on Electric Vehicle Charging Points Across...
The five Gwent local authorities are exploring the feasibility of introducing more electric vehicle charging points across the region.
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£2.5m Funding to Support Implementation of Childcare...
RCT Council has received £2.5m Welsh Government funding for projects to support implementation of a free childcare offer.
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South Wales Recruitment Experts Expand and Re-brand
Welsh recruitment agency, Burns Recruitment are planning their next stages of expansion following a highly successful year in 2018 and first quarter of 2019.
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Women in Investment Awards Recognises Quantum's Amanda...
The Women in Investment Awards 2019 has revealed this year's full list of nominees - which includes a Partner at Cardiff-based Quantum Advisory , Amanda Burdge.
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23rd May - Llandovery Succession Surgery
The sessions can provide guidance on retirement plans, distribution of assets, rules and taxes, and land transfers in order to make a smooth transition to the next generation of farmers.
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22nd May - Tonypandy Increase Your Web Traffic
55% of small businesses attract more customers by being online. A good website looks professional, will make your business visible, help you compete, attract new customers, and win new business. Find out how at our fully-funded workshop.
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Latest Data on Tech Sector Growth in Wales Revealed
The annual Tech Nation Report in association with the World Economic Forum, reveals key stats on the Wales' booming tech industry.
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Shortlist Revealed for Wales' Most Deaf Friendly...
Nine Welsh organisations have been shortlisted for the prestigious Action on Hearing Loss Cymru Excellence Awards.
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Lee Waters AM Shares His Aspirations For Swansea Bay
The Deputy Minister for Economy and Transport has shared his aspirations for the region.
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Young Entrepreneur's Zero-Waste Business a First for...
A 24-year-old from Carmarthen has opened the first zero-waste shop in Carmarthenshire, following support from Big Ideas Wales.
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Roger Lewis Appointed as President of Amgueddfa Cymru
It has been announced that Roger Lewis will take up the role as President of the National Museum Wales.
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Is a Lack of Diversity Fuelling Our IT Skills Deficiency?
New research from the Cloud Industry Forum (CIF) shows that the skills challenge is going to increase over the next three years for tech businesses.
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Businesses that Embrace Digital Technologies are Showing ...
Academics from University's Welsh Economy Research Unit surveyed 479 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as part of the...
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Ambitious House-Building Programme for the Welsh Capital ...
Cardiff council has outlined its delivery plan for 2,000 new council homes over the coming years.
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One in 14 Companies in Wales Could be a 'Zombie Business'
One in 14 (7%) companies in Wales may just be paying the interest on its debts, rather than repaying the debt itself.
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Major Boost for Cwmbran-based Comparison Creator
Money.co.uk is the latest insurance comparison websites to choose Comparison Creator.
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Caerphilly Dairy Farm Sees Milk Yield Increase by a Third
A family-owned dairy farm in the South Wales Valleys has seen an increased milk yield from happier cows, thanks to new investment.
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Qatar Airways Celebrates First Anniversary at Cardiff...
Qatar Airways , the multiple-award-winning airline, is celebrating its first anniversary connecting business customers from Cardiff Airport.
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Opportunities on Billion Pound Construction Framework
Construction and maintenance industry contractors are being invited to tender for a new South West Wales Regional Contractors Framework worth up to £1billion.
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The Importance of Cardiff Airport to the Welsh Economy
This week former First Minister Carwyn Jones discusses Cardiff Airport and its significance on the international stage.
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Pembrokeshire's Bridge Innovation Centre Praised as...
One of the Bridge Innovation Centre's most successful tenants to date, has praised the facility as an 'exceptional launch pad'.
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North Wales Company Launches "Next Generation"...
A North Wales company has sold over 30,000 of its products in less than eight months.
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Cyber Readiness Levels Stall As Attacks Reach New Intensity
A sharp increase in the number and cost of cyber-attacks is the key finding in a study of 5,400 organisations across seven countries.
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Cycling is Set to Become More Accessible in Cardiff as...
Cycling is set to become more accessible in thanks to leading bike share company nextbike. The firm, which has over 215,000 customers across the UK, has adjusted its fee structure.
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Small Businesses the Key for £176 million Major Station...
A £176 million investment in stations will put small and medium sized businesses at the heart of all work. Two major events have been organised in south and north Wales.
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Neath Company Reaches New Heights with Mental Health...
A Neath-based business, has pledged its commitment to Time to Change Wales, a social movement that aims to improve attitudes and change behaviour towards mental health in society in Wales.
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RCT Council Secures £3.1 Million Funding for School...
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has successfully obtained £3.185m of capital funding from the Welsh Government to deliver improvements to education facilities across RCT.
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Mental Health Conference Launched in Aberystwyth Will...
For Mental Health Awareness Week 2019, commercial law firm Darwin Gray and business support consultants Mabis have launched a mental health conference to take place in the summer.
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Survey Finds Nearly 1 in 10 UK Employees are Addicted to ...
A recent study discovered that 8% of British employees work a staggering 20 hours or more each week than their contracted hours.
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Berry Smith Strengthens Team with Key Promotions
Leading commercial law firm, Berry Smith, has strengthened its team with a series of key promotions this month.
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Finalists Announced for Wales Technology Awards 2019
After an intense judging period, the finalists for the Wales Technology Awards 2019 have been revealed.
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Tech Business Invited to Launch of Torfaen £1.25m...
Technology companies of all sizes are invited to attend a launch event for Torfaen's £1.25 million GovTech Catalyst challenge.
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Environmental Agenda Higher up the List of Priorities...
Barclays has revealed that the Welsh public has greener demands than anywhere else in the UK.
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Young Firms Create the Vast Majority of Jobs in an Economy
Since the National Assembly was established back in 1999, there is has been an increased interest in entrepreneurship.
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Record-Breaking Year for North Wales Communications...
A leading business communications specialist has recorded another record-breaking year.
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New £1.9million Sports Facility Major Boost for Butetown
Cardiff and Vale College and Cardiff Council have joined forces to bring a much needed community sports facility to one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in Wales.
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The Bus Hailed "A Force for Good" in Cardiff Industry...
Cardiff Bus hosted the prestigious Association of Local Bus Company Managers (ALBUM) Annual Conference last week in City Hall.
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Cardiff-based Eco-Friendly Start-up Secures Over £770k...
A Cardiff-based start-up providing an eco-friendly subscription service has secured £770,000 investment.
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£200 Million Llanelli Wellness Village can Provide...
The £200 million Wellness Village in Llanelli could provide a global blueprint on how healthcare should best be delivered in future.
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Further Major Investment into Swansea's Cycle Network...
The latest section of the route has been created in Swansea as part of the Welsh Government’s Active Travel Fund.
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Legal Firms Headquarters Named Best Corporate Workplace
Hugh James' headquarters, Two Central Square, as the best corporate workplace in South England and South Wales.
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How to Recognise The Signs Before You're Burned Out -
According to HSE, around 15.4 million working days were lost in 12 months due to work related stress or anxiety last year.
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Double Winner Markes International Amongst Welsh Queen's
Markes International has been honoured with both a Queen's Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
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Pembrokeshire Community Set to Buy a 'Piece of History'
Residents in Pembrokeshire are urging people to buy a 'piece of history' to safeguard a centuries-old pub and create a much-needed community-wide social resource.
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Sustained Rise in New Business Across Wales in April
The latest NatWest Wales PMI ® data signalled another solid monthly increase in business activity in April, supported by a sustained rise in new business.
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Steady Results for 2018 Puts Port of Milford Haven in...
The Port of Milford Haven has published its Annual Report for 2018 highlighting a steady year's trading.
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Economic Boost for North Wales as New Liverpool Rail...
Transport for Wales is gearing up for the start of new hourly services linking north Wales and Cheshire to Liverpool which will begin next month.
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Passenger Growth Milestone for Wales' National Airport
The end of April 2019 marked an important milestone for Wales' national airport in terms of passenger growth.
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New Board and Financial Support from Barclays for...
After enduring some tough times and challenges over the last few years and the prospect of going into administration, Bonymaen RFC are optimistic about future.
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Hale Construction Site Managers Shine at Building Awards
Site managers at Hale Construction, part of JG Hale Group, dominated the Site Manager of the Year award category.
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Building Equity Clusters Can Accelerate Welsh Business...
Wales' share of the volume of equity deals in the UK is 3% and relatively close to its share of the UK's economy, says research unit, Economic Intelligence Wales (EIW).
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Duke and Duchess of Cambridge get a Taste of North...
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge got a taste of some of North Wales' finest food produce on a visit to their former home island of Anglesey.
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This Week's Swansea Tourism Business Summit to Focus on...
Local tourism businesses are invited to add some new ingredients to their marketing mix this week.
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New Smart Commute Service Between Newport and Bristol...
Zeelo, the shared transportation service, has announced a new and innovative commuter service between Newport and Bristol.
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Recruiter Focus on Demand for Skilled Workers in North...
Across Britain there is a huge shortage in trained and experienced candidates to fill gaps in sectors including IT, technology, construction and engineering.
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Cardiff Bus Donates Over £4,000 to Llandough Hospital
Dementia patients at a local hospital are "over the moon" with a donation of over £4,300 from generous staff at Cardiff Bus.
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