New planning laws, a statutory licensing scheme and proposals to change land transaction tax will be included in a package of measures to address second homes in Wales. First Minister Mark Drakeford and leader of Plaid Cymru Adam Price set out the next steps in a programme of actions to help create thriving communities and to support people to afford a home, in a joint press conference today (Monday 4 July). The Co-operation Agreement between...
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Turn your idea into the next big thing! Innovative ideas can come from anyone and everyone. The Young Innovators Awards 2022/23 are on the hunt for innovators who could benefit from a business boosting support package including £5,000 and advice designed to evolve your idea into a brilliant business. The aim of the Young Innovators Awards is to find young people with great business ideas who have the potential to become future leaders in innovation...
On what can be a long and tough road to success, celebrating your key accomplishments along the way can provide both an emotional and mental break from the effort that went into winning. It can certainly be cathartic and energising to let off steam by, perhaps, throwing a party, or treating yourself and your team to some other kind of reward in recognition of your hard work. You should also try to get more from...
Whether you’re a worker or an employer we should all be aware of our workplace rights and responsibilities. By collectively working together we can enjoy a workplace where we’re treated fairly and feel safe. That’s why we’re connecting you with the people who can help you to find out more about your rights and responsibilities. Employers – Know your responsibilities Learn more about how to support your workers. As an employer, it’s your duty to...
The Wales and Africa grants scheme is a grant fund for community groups and organisations throughout Wales who work with partnerships in Sub Saharan Africa. The Wales and Africa grant scheme is a flagship initiative of Welsh Government’s Wales and Africa programme. The scheme enables community groups and organisations in Wales to access funding for small-scale projects that contribute to Wales’ delivery of UN Sustainable Development Goals and deliver benefits to Wales and Africa. The...
Heropreneurs celebrates and recognises the energy, passion and dedication of the British Armed Forces Community looking to forge a new path in business. The Heropreneurs Mentoring Programme is freely available to former and serving service personnel and their families with a solid business proposition and matches industry leaders and self-made entrepreneurs with years of experience with those looking to gain commercial insight and guidance for new products, services or businesses. Becoming a member of the...
Experian are partnering with YouGov to host two webinars, focusing on the cost of living crisis and how this is affecting consumers. The impact of these economic pressures is affecting some sectors of society more than others, and the webinars will explore the data and underlying trends and how different groups are likely to be impacted. Webinar 1 – Consumer Confidence and Cost of Living: Consumer confidence – latest updates Attitudes towards current and future...
Julie Morgan MS, Deputy Minister for Social Services. Today (28 June 2022), I am launching a consultation on proposed changes to the National Minimum Standards (NMS) for Regulated Childcare for children up to the age of 12. Registered childcare provision must meet regulatory requirements, governed by the NMS. They ensure children and their families experience services, which are of a high standard; safe, secure and of good quality. Care Inspectorate Wales inspects childcare settings against...
To celebrate the achievements of the Faraday Battery Challenge (FBC) funded innovation programme, its partners, and the wider ecosystem the FBC is hosting an event which will: showcase the innovation activity delivered as part of the FBC programme promote discussion with respect to the development of the UK battery innovation ecosystem facilitate networking as part of the Faraday Battery Challenge Round 5 Innovation competition The primary audience will be business and academia to celebrate their...
The bus industry in Wales is set to receive a support package worth £48 million to help them recover from the impact of the pandemic and deal with emerging financial challenges, the Welsh Government has announced. The Bus Emergency package will provide ‘gap funding’ until the end of this financial year for bus operators to maintain the necessary bus services and routes in their area, in return for greater public control over Welsh bus services...