Archive for the ‘News’ Category
Rugby stars’ £10k booster
Ieuan Evans and Stuart Davies were among the players in a Grwp Gwalia fundraising golf day
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Solicitor wins Law Society award
Sophie Pincott impressed judges to scoop an honour in memory of a distinguished west Wales lawyer
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Retirement decision “regretful” – IoD Wales
Robert Lloyd Griffiths has reacted to a proposed abolition of the Default Retirement Age
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Gold medal hero and TV Egghead search for Olympic and Paralympic experts in Wales
Newport TV Egghead CJ de Mooi and multiple Welsh Paralympic champion David Roberts went head to head in an Olympic quiz to promote the National Lottery’s Brain Game
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Principality staff go on the run for Macmillan Cancer Support
Almost 80 Principality Building Society staff took to the streets of Cardiff for a fun run to raise funds and awareness for their Charity of the Year – Macmillan Cancer Support.
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Geesink Norba wins National Recycling Award
Geesink Norba’s Plug-in Electric vehicle has landed a top green accolade the National Recycling Awards.
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Acorn celebrates new Cardiff office success
Recruitment and training agency Acorn is celebrating a successful first year for its central Cardiff office.
Monday, July 26th, 2010
X factor students ‘do a Cowell’
Tooth whitening’s all the rage as uni ends the year on a healthy note to mark degree success
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Work starts on city centre Sleeperz hotel in Newcastle
Innovative budget hotels business Sleeperz has begun work on developing its second UK hotel – on a city centre site in Newcastle.
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Sleeperz Hotels secures £7m investment to fund expansion
Innovative budget hotels business Sleeperz has secured a major £7m investment to fund future growth in the UK.
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Is shared equity a good idea?
With mortgage products in short supply and inflated deposits, Nigel John explains the benefits of shared equity
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Jo Longstaffe gives her advice on forgetfulness
Jo Longstaffe gives her opinion on the causes for forgetfulness from lack of sleep to heavy drinking
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Gymnastics announce well balanced team for Delhi
Team Wales has announced the latest team to take part in this year’s Commonwealth Games in Delhi: Gymnastics
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Cricket’s good for business – Peter Lynn
A West Wales solicitor has aired his support for Swansea retaining top class cricket.
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
Gwalia boosts Wales Homeless soccer bid
Welsh sports fans denied a chance of global glory in Brazil may now get a chance in France.
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
Tax body must be independent – IoD Wales
Robert Lloyd Griffiths responds to the Chancellor’s announcement of an Office of Tax Simplification
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Taking stock could help us out
IoD Wales director Robert Lloyd Griffiths writes in the Western Mail on recession-busting trends and ideas
Monday, July 19th, 2010
Want to enjoy the sun but worried about sunburn
Dr Jo Longstaffe gives her advice to people wanting to top up their tan but who worry about the long term affects
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
2010-11 cuts move wise – IoD Wales
Robert Lloyd Griffiths comments on a key Cardiff Bay decision to act quickly on the economy
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Double take as Table-Tennis and Badminton teams are announced
The latest teams to compete for Wales in this year’s Commonwealth Games have been announced, and it’s a case of keeping it in the family for one team
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Investment team Brewin Dolphin claim award
Judges are impressed by the expertise of a successful firm with a strong presence in Swansea.
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Sporting celebs tee-off to support Gwalia
International stars Jonathan Davies, Stuart Davies and Ieuan Evans aim to provide a sporting boost.
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Trek night raises £300
A charity challenge heading for China was boosted at Swansea’s Bay View bar and restaurant
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Cardiff hotelier warns booming bed numbers are posing a threat to jobs
Derek Harvey, General Manager of the Cardiff Marriott, warns that the rise in the number of new hotels opening and planned for Cardiff City Centre threatens jobs
Friday, July 9th, 2010
A global focus that Wales can achieve
Alastair Milburn looks to the future of business, including how technology and globalisation will change by 2020
Friday, July 9th, 2010
Dr Jo Longstaffe tackles a bruising issue
We all bruise from time to time but why? And should we be worried if it’s a regular occurance? IGP’s Dr Joanna Longstaffe gets to grips with the issue in this week’s column..
Friday, July 9th, 2010
Dementia conference highlights need to act
Professional opera The Lion’s Face is an innovative addition to a top level Welsh health and social care gathering
Friday, July 9th, 2010
Gwalia Welsh Cricket Cup – last eight
Excitement mounts as one of Wales’ top club cricket comeptitions reaches its latter stages
Friday, July 9th, 2010
IOD Wales reacts to export figures
New figures confirm that Wales has suffered recent difficulty with foreign markets.
Friday, July 9th, 2010
IoD Wales response to Interest Rates
Rates remain unchanged once more – and that’s the right decision, says Robert Lloyd Griffiths
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
Peter Lynn lawyer plans China charity trek
Charity Scope will benefit when a solicitor from Peter Lynn and Partners joins a pal on a trekking challenge.
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
Weightlifters and Powerlifters announced in Wales’ quest for 2010 Commonwealth Games glory
Bin lorry driver Natasha Perdue is among the team of six athletes chosen to represent Wales at weightlifting and powerlifting at this year’s Commonwealth Games in Delhi
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
‘Strictly’ ladies only for Martyn Williams testimonial bash
Rugby legend Martyn Williams will be swapping his rugby boots for dancing shoes this summer, as he prepares for a glittering event as part of his testimonial year.
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
Welsh IT chief in world-class broadband call
Wales’ plan to build for the future with broadband has prompted a plea for a world-class network.
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
IoD Wales responds to economy plan
The Welsh Assembly Government has outlined its recovery hopes. Leading business figures were quick to comment.
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Gwalia staff turn on the Oscars style
Characters from Pulp Fiction and Roger Rabbit are among the hits as charity Play Right benefits from Gwalia’s big night.
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Warning over number of new hotels in the city
A RAPID rise in the number of new hotels opening and planned for the Welsh capital is posing a serious threat to jobs and business in Cardiff’s hospitality sector.
That’s the warning from the general manager of one of the city’s leading hotel groups and the former chairman of the capital’s hoteliers’ association.
Derek Harvey, General Manager [...]
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Stay Healthy this Summer with Dr Jo Longstaffe
Summer health tips from the Independent General Practice
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Government put stop to ‘Garden Grabbing’
Hern & Crabtree’s managing director, Nigel John, gives his view on new laws introduced to prevent ‘garden grabbing’
Thursday, July 1st, 2010
Don’t let travel sickness ruin your holiday
Read IGP’s Dr Jo Longstaffe advice on how to stop travel sickness ruining your holiday
Thursday, July 1st, 2010
Concept celebrates mid year results
The Truro branch of the West Country’s leading recruitment agency, Concept Staffing, is marking the midpoint of the year with a celebration following six months of award wins and new contracts.
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
Effective looks to the future with three new appointments
Fast-growing public relations company Effective Communication has made three new key appointments at its PR operations in Cardiff and Swansea.
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
UEFA A-Licence participants’ final chance to shine
The final residential of this year’s UEFA A-Licence course has taken place in Cardiff
Monday, June 28th, 2010
Key report launched for Carers Week
High-profile backing has been given to a research study which tells how some of Wales’ many carers cope at times of crisis
Friday, June 25th, 2010
Wrexham favourite celebrates success of Welsh Football scheme
Ex-Wrexham football player, Lee Jones, is celebrating the first successful year of a Welsh Football Trust scheme for children
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
Merthyr to Brecon Motorbike Charity Challenge
Alan organises charity motorbike ride from Merthyr to Brecon
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
Baby Blues due to lack of sleep
Read IGP’s Dr Jo Longstaffe’s advice on how to deal with sleep deprivation
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
IoD backs bold Budget
Robert Lloyd Griffiths has given his view on the Coalition Government’s eagerly anticipated announcements in the Commons
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Brewin Dolphin’s surprise at CGT changes
George Osborne’s first Budget as Chancellor was watched carefully by investors – and here’s what Richard Croydon had to say
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Planned tax rise threat to savers
George Osborne’s Emergency Budget could mean extra difficulties for millions, says Brewin Dolphin’s Richard Croydon
Monday, June 21st, 2010
Swansea cabbies could get annual honour
The Village Hotel, Swansea, had such a warm response to a big breakfast offer that it could become an annual treat.
Monday, June 21st, 2010
Business Talk with Robert Lloyd Griffiths
The director of the Institute of Directors in Wales previews June 22’s Budget and advances some of the IoD’s key arguments.
Monday, June 21st, 2010
Award-winning engineering consultancy pays tribute to university
A South Wales start-up business has picked up its first award, and praised the help it received from the University of Glamorgan in getting the company off the ground
Friday, June 18th, 2010
It’s a meaty topic
Read Dr Joanna Longstaffe, clinical director of the Independent General Practice, give her professional opinion on the meaty topic of vegetarianism
Thursday, June 17th, 2010
Capital Gains Tax advice
Hern & Crabtree’s managing director, Nigel John, gives his advice on Capital Gains Tax.
Thursday, June 17th, 2010
Safer homes for Swansea
A new security scheme is helping make householders feel safer in their homes – thanks to Grŵp Gwalia.
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
New appointment at Swansea dental surgery
Hannah Morrissey, aged 23, has joined principal dentist Darren Owakee and his team at Kee Dental Care.
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
One mile swim raises hundreds for charity
The Llanelli Surf Lifesaving Club swims a mile for Cancer Research Wales
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
We needed dose of fiscal realism, says IoD
Robert Lloyd Griffiths, IoD director for Wales, has commented on the first report of the new Office for Budget Responsibility.
Monday, June 14th, 2010
World Cup – domestic violence plea
Solicitor Sara Plant urges couples to treat World Cup alcohol consumption with great care to avoid domestic strife.
Monday, June 14th, 2010
Waunarlwydd RFC renew key sponsor deal
South Wales rugby club Waunarlwydd has sealed a new deal with Richmond-based law firm Baron Grey Solicitors.
Monday, June 14th, 2010
Welsh footballer George signs for Spanish club
Former Wales under 16 player, George Higgins, has signed a three year contract to play for Spanish club, UD Almeria
Friday, June 11th, 2010
Principality staff get ready to walk the width of Wales
Management staff at Principality Building Society are preparing to trek the width of Wales in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
Friday, June 11th, 2010
Look outside the UK – investment expert
Richard Croydon reacts to the Bank of England’s latest decision on Interest Rates
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
‘Burning sensation in my chest’
Read Dr Jo Longstaffe’s expert advice on severe heartburn-knowing the symptons and what to do next
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
Hern and Crabtree column
Read Nigel John’s latest column for the South Wales Echo. This week he gives tips on moving day
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
Mine workers strike Lotto’s rich seam
A syndicate of mine workers struck a rich seam in the National Lottery draw on Saturday 5 June, scooping a Lotto win of £84,720.
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Apollo Helps Future Rugby Stars Rocket into Action
Apollo Teaching Services is helping rugby stars of the future rocket into action with Cardiff Blues sponsor
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
New Welsh research will dramatically reduce prostate cancer deaths
Cancer Research Wales scientist, Professor Malcolm Mason, has revealed new research which could change clinical practice and reduce deaths from prostate cancer.
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
GEESINKNORBA announces transition to new CEO
Geesink Norba has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, Mr Theo Lemmen.
Monday, June 7th, 2010
Dinner dance to raise funds before charity Costa Rica trek
A dinner dance is taking place to support two local nurses preparing to trek across the rainforest for charity
Thursday, June 3rd, 2010
Investment managers see funds and profits rise
The latest interim financial report for Brewin Dolphin reveals that the firm’s managed funds have risen to £23bn.
Friday, May 28th, 2010
Wales U16 Triumph in Trinations
Wales’ U16 developemtn squad has returned from Dublin triumphant after winning this year’s Trinations Tournament
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
Pan-fried sea bass fillet, crispy risotto cake and sauce vierge
Head Chef at the Park Plaza Laguna Kitchen & Bar, Mark Freeman, serves up a simple fish supper
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
Hotel staff in training for charity cycle ride to South Wales
Staff at the Cardiff Marriott hotel are in training to take part in a 110-mile charity bike ride from Swindon to South Wales
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
Kath makes history with A Licence pass
Kath Morgan has become the first female coach in Wales to pass the FAW / UEFA ‘A’ Licence course
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Welsh Football Trust appoints North Wales officer
The Welsh Football Trust has restructured its pan Wales team following the appointment of Gus Williams as Regional Development Coordinator
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Acorn sponsor local cricket club
Acorn has completed a deal to become the main corporate sponsor of Chepstow Cricket Club for the next three years
Friday, May 21st, 2010
Principality spruce up hospital garden
Patients Rookwood Hospital can enjoy the hospital garden this summer, thanks to the help of Principality Building Society
Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
Wales U16 prepare for Tri Nations clash
Wales’ finest young footballers head to Dublin tomorrow for the annual Tri Nations tournament against their Irish and Northern Irish counterparts
Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
Francis Drake Launches New-Look Thunderball Draw
The National Lottery Thunderball draw has had a make-over. The new-look game launches tonight (Wednesday 12 May 2010)
Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Election Response
Read just some of Effective Communication’s clients responses on today’s hung Parliament result
Friday, May 7th, 2010
General Election result: Reaction from Brewin Dolphin
An outright election victory or well-defined coalition would be more acceptable to the markets than a hung parliament, says Richard Croydon.
Friday, May 7th, 2010
Principality staff get their hands dirty in the community
Local residents of Butetown community will be able to enjoy a newly landscaped garden this summer, thanks to Principality
Friday, April 30th, 2010
Airbus Broughton fly high with new stand
Welsh Premier League Club Airbus Broughton is reaping the benefits after receiving grant aid from the Welsh Grounds Improvement
Thursday, April 29th, 2010
Effective Communication develops Public Affairs service
Effective Communications launches a new Public Affairs service as Wales inceasingly takes the lead in legislation.
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
New appointment as Effective Communication restructures
Effective Communication has made a new appointment and restructured the business to reflect developments in its services.
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
New clients join Effective Communication
New clients from South and West Wales have appointed Effective Communication in the last three months for services ranging from PR to social media marketing.
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
England v Wales – the winner
In our January e-newsletter, we ran a competition to win a bottle of bubbly, based around the Wales v England Six Nations clash.
The winner was Andrew Walker, of UWIC, who came closest to predicting the final scoreline of England 24-17 Wales.
The final score was England 30-17 Wales. Well done to Andrew, who is pictured here [...]
Monday, April 26th, 2010
Client profiles: Success in the service sector
We’re taking the opportunity to profile different clients and here we feature IT service providers BSS and sign and display specialists ACT.
Monday, April 26th, 2010
Sharon Runs for Cancer Research Wales
Sharon Bonetto works for Cancer Research Wales, and this Sunday will run the London Marathon for the charity aswell
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
Charity tea party raises funds for cancer
A Strawberry Tea day is due to take place in Cardiif to raise money for Cancer Research Wales
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
Third generation runs London Marathon
Tracy Dickinson is preparing to follow in her mum and nan’s footsteps and compete in the London Marathon
Monday, April 19th, 2010
Welsh football funding paves the way for more highly trained coaches
The Welsh Football Trust is helping Welsh Premier League managers and coaches to gain vital European football qualifications
Monday, April 19th, 2010
A Marathon a Year for Welsh Supergirl
Katherine Jenkins will be running this Sunday’s London Marathon in aid of Cancer Research Wales
Monday, April 19th, 2010
Principality gets behind Macmillan Cancer Support in its 150th year
Principality Building Society has teamed up with Macmillan Cancer Support supporting people affected by cancer in Wales
Friday, April 16th, 2010
Dorset Pub Syndicate Toast Lotto Win
A syndicate of pub regulars and staff in Dorset are drinking to their own good fortune – after pulling in a Lotto win
Friday, April 16th, 2010
Lord’s Taverners give boost to basketball club
A Swansea disabled basketball club has received five new wheelchairs– thanks to a Welsh sporting charity
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
Wales to face European counterparts
Wales’ U16 team are preparing to face Belgium and Switzerland in a three day tournament later this month
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
