The National Eisteddfod, Wales’ largest cultural festival, will take place Tregaron, Ceredigion from 30 July to 6 August 2022. Traditionally a competition-based festival, which attracts over 6,000 competitors each year, the Maes (site) itself has grown and developed into a vibrant festival with hundreds of events and activities for the whole family. The festival attracts some 150,000 visitors each year, so take this opportunity to promote your business to a largely Welsh-speaking audience, by hiring...
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The Welsh Government will invest over £4 million over the next year to support Welsh businesses find new export opportunities in global markets, Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething, announced today: £4 million investment in programmes designed to create new exporters and to support existing exporters to grow and expand into new overseas markets new programme of international events announced, including trade missions to North and Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australasia and Europe. Speaking...
Global Recycling Day will take place on Friday 18 March 2022 and this year’s theme is #RecyclingHeroes. It recognises the people, places and activities that showcase how the Seventh Resource and recycling contribute to an environmentally stable planet and a greener future for all. Every year, the Earth yields billions of tons of natural resources and at some point, in the not too distant future, it will run out. That’s why we must think again...
Finance Awards Wales is designed to recognise, attract and invest in the talented finance professionals working in Wales. Categories this year are: Chief Financial Officer/Finance Director of the Year (over £25 million) Chief Financial Officer/Finance Director of the Year (up to £25 million) Young Finance Director of the Year Financial Controller of the Year Accountant of the Year Accounts Technician of the Year Rising Star of the Year Finance Team (financial services) of the Year...
With approximately 420,000 disabled people of working age in Wales, there is a huge pool of untapped talent waiting to fill your vacancies. Join this short webinar for free, expert advice on how creating a diverse workforce can increase quality applications for your vacancies, and build an inclusive workforce which reflects the diversity of your customers. Event Details When: Thursday 7 April 2022, 10am to 11am Where: Online via Microsoft Teams – the link to...
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is advising organisations to take the opportunity to strengthen cyber resilience with the cyber threat heightened. That might mean technical measures, but can also mean increased vigilance, making sure systems are patched and up to date, and reminding staff of good practice around email and phishing attacks. For further information visit: NCSC advises organisations to act following Russia’s... - NCSC.GOV.UK There is a wealth of advice and guidance available...
The Welsh Government are seeking views on a draft Order. The Order alters the treatment of self-catering accommodation for local taxation purposes. For local taxation purposes, properties are either classified as domestic or non-domestic. Domestic properties are liable for council tax. Non-domestic properties are liable for non-domestic rates, also known as business rates. To be liable for non-domestic rates self-catering accommodation has to be actually let and available to let for a set period of...
Celebrate amazing women! Womenspire recognises women’s achievements in every aspect of life, from personal achievements to outstanding contribution. Our Chwarae Teg Womenspire Awards showcase the remarkable accomplishments of women across Wales and will inspire future generations. Nominations are open and this year’s categories include: Community Connector Community Champion Entrepreneur Gender Equality Champion Leader Learner Rising Star Woman in Health and Care Woman in Sport Woman in STEM FairPlay Employer Award Nomination deadline is Tuesday 5...
Jane Hutt MS, Minister for Social Justice I am pleased to announce that the Welsh Government will continue to fund Citizens Advice Cymru, third sector organisation Settled and immigration specialist lawyers, Newfields Law, to provide ongoing support to EU citizens’, EEA and Swiss nationals who wish to remain in Wales, until 30 September 2022. Despite the deadline for applications to the EUSS being almost a year ago, we know there continues to an ongoing need...