Author: Rhys Gregory

Farmers have hit back at claims over the role of farming in the decline of curlews and other species, saying environmental charities and advisors must take their fair share of the blame for policies which have led to habitat degradation and increased predation. The RSPB claims farming practices are partly to blame for a drop of 80% in the number of curlews in Wales since 1990, but farmers say environmental policies on vast areas of curlew habitat were based on advice from environmental charities and advisors – and that many of these have been particularly damaging for species such as…

Police in Swansea have launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman in the Swansea area during the early hours of yesterday morning (23 April) . Officers were called at approximately 3.10am to Carlton Terrace in Swansea following reports of an incident. DCI Darren George said: “A 49-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and at this time we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this matter. “We are keen that anyone with information comes forward and we are particularly keen to speak to anyone who was in the Carlton Terrace area…

Finalists for the Professional Teaching Awards Cymru 2019 have been revealed.  [aoa id=”1″] The awards were created to celebrate the commitment, dedication and hard work of teachers across Wales. Over a hundred nominations came in from pupils, colleagues and parents and now the best of the best has been shortlisted for an award. The winners from each of the ten categories will be announced at a special ceremony at Soughton Hall in May.  [/aoa] The Promoting Wellbeing, Inclusion and Relations with the Community award is awarded to schools who demonstrate leadership in collaborative ventures, sharing excellence across all sectors to…

— Update — Elizabeth has been found safe & well — Police in Swansea are appealing for information to locate a woman who went missing while in Swansea City Centre this afternoon (23rd April). Her name is Elizabeth, she suffers from Dementia, and hasn’t been seen since 4.50pm. She was last seen in the Quadrant and is understood to have walked towards Union Street. Elizabeth has blonde, highlighted hair, and at the time she went missing she was wearing a pink leopard print top, black trousers, and was in possession of a black bag. Anybody who may have seen her…

In a business world where staff retention is more important than ever, maintaining employee wellbeing and happiness is a key part of successfully running a business. Encouraging better financial management amongst your team can actually tie into your employee perks, as utilising tools to raise financial awareness amongst your staff will keep them motivated, productive and free of the stresses of one of life’s bigger pressures. This is a brief guide on how you can boost financial savviness across your business, via three simple but effective methods. Offer Financial Assessments The chances are your team will range from those relatively…

The newest addition to the Cardiff Bay food and drink scene is soon to fling open its doors. The first city to have a second Cosy Club, the Cardiff Bay restaurant will open on Wednesday 12th June, creating 40 jobs for local people. [aoa id=”1″] Quirky, eccentric and playful with a nautical twist, Cosy Club Cardiff Bay will offer informal casual dining, drinking and lounging in a unique and family friendly environment. Think mansion splendour meets village hall eccentricity. Amber Wood, Managing Director for The Cosy Club brand, says: “At Cosy Club, we serve up a sense of being somewhere…

A man who died following an incident at an address in Clydach, Swansea, on Wednesday evening (April 17) has been named as 48-year-old Frederic Pallade. Frederic, a French national, had lived in the Swansea area for many years. His family have been informed of his death and are being supported by specially trained officers from South Wales Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team. They have asked for privacy and for time to grieve for his death. Andrew Tudor Jones, 47, from the Clydach area, has been charged with murder. He is due to appear at Swansea Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Saturday, April…

WELSH aluminium fabricator, Dudley’s Aluminium, has welcomed an additional member to the team, as the fabricator’s mark on the industry continues to grow. [aoa id=”1″] Dave Ramsay will join Dudley’s Aluminium as their new Installations Manager, supporting the Cardiff-based team in a new series of projects. Dave has worked in the industry for over 30 years and has become an expert in the commercial glazing sector. Previously, he has managed the installation of glazing packages on large-scale construction projects in London as well as some landmark buildings around the UK. [/aoa] In his new role Dave will maintain the wide…

Orbis Education and Care has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of its first ever Chief Operating Officer, alongside a new HR Director. [aoa id=”1″] Rob McKay and Linda Bridge join the Cardiff-based care provider as COO and HR Director respectively in a continuing period of rapid growth for the company. Rob brings considerable experience from a range of senior care-based and educational roles to Orbis Education and Care, and holds the task of consolidating operations across a rapidly expanding portfolio of sites now held by the company in both England and Wales. [/aoa] Linda will meanwhile draw…

A 17-year-old from Llanelli with ambitions to follow in the footsteps of his idol David Attenborough has opened Wales’ first entomology shop, turning his childhood bug hobby into a business.  Cameron Reardon, who is in his final year at Coleg Sir Gâr, founded ethical insect store Bug Box UK at just 16 years old, after spotting a gap in the market in Wales. As well as selling exotic insects, Bug Box UK offers handling sessions, ‘fear classes’ aimed at helping people overcome phobias, as well as running educational programmes where Cameron teaches young people about exotic insects. Bug Box UK…