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Weather warning - red thermometer
Nerys Evans MS, Deputy Minister for Public and Preventative Health A rare Red warning for extreme heat has been issued for parts of Wales on Wednesday and Thursday, I want to urge people in Wales to pay close attention to this urgent warning and the additional steps we all need to take to look after ourselves and others. Heat related illness can affect anyone, regardless of age or health - but the risks are greatest...
First published
24 June 2026
Last updated
24 June 2026
Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd, meets with schoolchildren in Barry
The Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd, has today (Tuesday 23 June 2026) set out his priorities for action on climate, nature and rural communities across Wales. Speaking in the Senedd, the Minister confirmed more than £10 million of investment into the Nature Networks Fund, which will restore biodiversity, create jobs and strengthen connections between communities and their natural environment. He also announced that work has already begun on an ambitious Climate and...
First published
24 June 2026
Last updated
24 June 2026
employees in an office
HMRC publishes the employer bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them. The June edition of employer bulletin includes articles on: PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) – agreements and a mailbox closure Update – mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind to launch in phases Reminder – file monthly Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) returns or face late-filing penalties Low Earner’s Pension Payment – what employers...
First published
24 June 2026
Last updated
24 June 2026
The Senedd
The Welsh Government today published its First Supplementary Budget, allocating £294 million across its key priorities for the year ahead. Today’s budget confirms new funding of £20 million to boost the supply of social housing, £40 million to improve school buildings and £5 million for community facilities that people across Wales rely on. It also includes £10 million to keep bus and coach travel affordable for young people and increase services, £2 million for the...
First published
23 June 2026
Last updated
23 June 2026
Adult Learner's Week
Adult Learners’ Week is an annual campaign which celebrates and promotes learning opportunities for everyone. The focus week will run from 21 to 27 September 2026, with promotional 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: Adult Learners' Week - Learning and Work Institute . The Innovation...
First published
23 June 2026
Last updated
23 June 2026
Llandudno
Join the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) North Wales Small Business Conference for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders. The #FSBNWCONF26 brings together expert speakers, business support, and powerful networking opportunities - all designed to help you grow and strengthen your business. Why Attend: Gain practical insights on branding, sales, and AI Learn from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs Connect with local businesses and support organisations Discover tools and strategies to boost your growth...
First published
23 June 2026
Last updated
23 June 2026
Female engineer
Every year on 23 June, International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) celebrates the outstanding achievements of women engineers around the world and shines a spotlight on the opportunities engineering creates for future generations. Brought to you by the Women’s Engineering Society, INWED is a global movement that champions diversity, innovation, and inclusion across the engineering sector. Under the 2026 theme, Engineering Intelligence, will bring together organisations, educators, industry leaders, and communities to showcase the expertise...
First published
23 June 2026
Last updated
23 June 2026
£20 note
Protect your business from counterfeit banknotes and stay up-to-date on the latest banknote news by joining the Bank of England’s Banknote Checking Scheme. The scheme is free and enables your business to: reduce the financial loss and reputational risks caused by counterfeit banknotes have all the latest information about banknotes and learn from your experiences support your communities by preventing the spread of counterfeits and the crime associated with them And helps you to: train...
First published
22 June 2026
Last updated
22 June 2026
Heart and jar of coins
A small charity is a voluntary organisation with a social or charitable purpose with an annual income of less than £1 million. This includes registered charities, community groups, community interest companies (CICs) and other structures. Small Charity Week, taking place from 22 to 29 June 2026, is a campaign that amplifies and supports the amazing work of small charities across the UK. Throughout the week there is training and events for small charities and national...
First published
22 June 2026
Last updated
22 June 2026
Thermometer
With high temperatures across much of the country, employers must ensure workers are protected during hot weather. There's no law for maximum working temperature, or when it's too hot to work, because every workplace is different. The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) website has a practical step guide on temperature in the workplace. This includes guidance on: what the law says managing workplace temperature preventing heat stress protecting those working outdoors HSE also provide a...
First published
19 June 2026
Last updated
22 June 2026

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