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Adult Learners’ Week is the largest celebration of lifelong learning in Wales, set to take place from 9 to 15 September 2024 with activity taking place throughout the month. The campaign aims to connect people to a wide range of learning opportunities, demonstrate the benefits of adult learning, and celebrate the achievements of people, projects and organisations in Wales championing and participating in learning and skills. The campaign will inspire and engage adults to take a...

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30 August 2024

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30 August 2024

The Principality Building Society Retrofit for the Future Fund is a Wales wide fund set up in partnership with Principality Building Society with the aim of improving the environment in Wales. This fund will support organisations across Wales to improve their energy efficiency by retrofitting buildings or purchasing equipment that will make a building or community space more environmentally friendly and/or environmentally efficient. Priority will go to organisations and projects that are increasing accessibility to...

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30 August 2024

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30 August 2024

The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) near Machynlleth is offering fully funded Carbon Literate Certified courses for businesses, community groups, town and community councils, social enterprises and other organisations in Powys. Bookable up until the end of 2024, CAT’s Zero Carbon Britain trainers will be welcoming groups from across Powys to take part in this training programme which will support businesses and other groups to become more aware of sustainability related issues and to create...

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29 August 2024

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29 August 2024

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has published a new report which unveils a package of recommendations to help transform life on high streets for the millions of small firms based on them. Supporting pop-ups and temporary use initiatives for new businesses, creating mobile phone-based loyalty programmes, and showcasing local high streets in major tourism campaigns are just some of the new measures set out to revive the UK’s village, town and city centres in...

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29 August 2024

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29 August 2024

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The Welsh Government, in partnership with the Centre for Public Value Procurement at Cardiff University, is excited to announce the 2024 Micro and Third Sector Showcase at Procurex Wales, taking place on Tuesday 5 November 2024, at the ICC Wales, Newport. This new feature area is dedicated to celebrating supplier excellence and innovation among micro-businesses, social enterprises, charities and not-for-profit organisations in Wales. This year’s focus is on the food and drink sector, including suppliers...

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28 August 2024

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28 August 2024

The Welsh Government’s free language lessons continue to transform the lives of young people and teachers. As the new academic year begins, young people aged 16 to 25 and school staff across Wales have the opportunity to learn Cymraeg for free. The free Welsh language lessons scheme, funded by the Welsh Government, has been running for two years, with over 3,200 people benefitting from it in 2023 and 2024. In July, the Welsh Government introduced...

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28 August 2024

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28 August 2024

A Cardiff-based theming company is a great example of how even the most successful business can continue to develop and grow. Established and operated by owners Matt and Samantha Wild, Wild Creations strives to bring great ideas to life for companies with a range of services including sculpting, 3D printing and scanning, carpentry, laser cutting, metalwork, moulding and casting, design, and scenic art. With international exports accounting for 90% of their commissioned work, the business’...

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27 August 2024

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27 August 2024

As the cyber landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, more companies are failing to defend themselves from cyber adversaries. That’s why a Carmarthenshire-based security engineer has stepped up to help companies and charities raise their cyber defences by launching a security service. Martin Van Tongerlo launched Web Wizardry and Cyber Sentinels in January 2024 with the support of Business Wales. Born and raised in the Netherlands, Martin graduated with a diploma in IT...

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27 August 2024

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27 August 2024

The Ashley Family Foundation (formerly The Laura Ashley Foundation) is a registered charity founded by Sir Bernard and Laura Ashley following the success of the Laura Ashley fashion and interiors business. The Foundation funds organisations based and working with people in Wales with a strong focus on arts, crafts (particularly heritage) and education for the benefit of all persons but in particular those who are isolated or most in need in their community. The Foundation...

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27 August 2024

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27 August 2024

A Port-Talbot based wellbeing professional is supporting families and children struggling to manage challenging behaviour and mental health issues, having launched a dedicated wellbeing company with the help of Business Wales. Prior to launching Impact Wellbeing Solutions Ltd, Jade Ruck spent the last 15 years of her professional career providing support to children, young adults and veterans struggling with their wellbeing and mental health. Provided through a variety of methods including play therapy, conflict resolution...

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27 August 2024

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27 August 2024

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