We are all living for longer, which means that the majority of us are likely to be working for longer too. In Wales, one third of the workforce is aged 50 or over and by 2023, half of all adults in the UK will be over 50 years old. Both your customers and your workforce are ageing. So, recruiting, retaining and retraining older individuals in the workplace is essential for businesses and the wider economy...
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week takes place from 13 to 19 March 2023. As 15% of the UK population have neurodivergent conditions, it is important to appreciate the advantages to having a neurodiverse workplace. During Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023, there will be a range of events aimed at educating and inspiring conversations about Neurodiversity, including ‘The Benefits of Neurodiversity in the Workplace’. All events are free of charge and open to all. For further information please select...
The awards aim to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world problem solving and cross-sector applications, bring new talent and ideas, and facilitate connections between students and industry. There are 5 categories in the Awards: Technical Innovation Digital Art & Creative Storytelling UX & UI Design Sensory Best overall Submissions will be judged on their execution, creativity, functionality, innovative approach, and potential. To enter you must be currently registered on a UK degree programme...
Are you an employer who has recruited overseas workers or are you looking to recruit from overseas? If so, Welsh Government want to hear from you! Welsh Government is undertaking research to determine whether businesses that are looking to recruit from overseas have the necessary support to do so. Or, whether a lack of access to immigration and advice support in Wales, prevents employers from recruiting from overseas. If you would like to share your...
The Climate Change Hub - which centralises the latest resources, information and guidance on climate change adaptation to support landowners, woodland managers and forestry practitioners in addressing climate change threats – was launched by the Welsh Government, Defra, Forest Research and Scottish Forestry. It provides concise information about risks from the changing climate, how to identify suitable adaptation measures and examples of how other managers are implementing adaptive practice. For further information please select the...
Cherish your key customers. Not only do they contribute a lot to your bottom line but they also influence others in the industry. They are a source of additional sales and if we lose them to a competitor then our growth can grind to a halt. Customer focused companies therefore seek to 'lock in' their key accounts. They not only strive to retain them but to maximise the revenue from them. This is a key...
The financial crises that many of the world’s economies have experienced in recent years have been largely fuelled by a culture of greed and selfish behaviour. In fact, there can be no better example of the pitfalls of basing success on such unreliable foundations. They have dealt a massive blow to nations and communities across the globe, as well as ruining the lives of many in the process. Personal philosophies, missions and strategies based on...
Wales' Leading Public Sector Procurement Event will take place on 8 November 2023. Connecting buyers and suppliers across the procurement supply chain, Procurex Wales will provide a wealth of skills development, networking, collaboration and showcase opportunities for organisations that are actively working with the public sector or that are exploring ways to work across Wales’ procurement marketplace and beyond. For further information visit Home - Procurex Wales 2022
In this final phase of the programme, all the hangers on the bridge will be replaced. A lane on the bridge will be temporarily closed to allow engineers to work safely and test the proposed hanger replacement system. When a lane is closed, traffic lights will operate part time at each end of the bridge - allowing vehicles to cross in either direction when permitted. The trial will commence on the 6 March 2023 and...
Applications are now open for ‘The Wales Food and Drink Awards 2023’, which take place on 18 May 2023 at Venue Cymru, Llandudno. The national awards will provide a platform to celebrate Welsh producers and suppliers. They will highlight both the diversity of the sector and shine a light on the success stories that are scaling up, creating employment and who will be an inspiration to others. There are 15 categories to choose from and...