Dawn Bowden MS, Deputy Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism The visitor economy is an important part of the wider Welsh economy, supporting tens of thousands of jobs across the country and bringing in tens of millions of pounds every year. It is rapidly changing with the growth of online booking platforms and new entrants to the market. This has brought benefits, such as new routes to market and increased consumer choice, but concerns have...
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Making sure electrical equipment is safe in outdoor hospitality areas HSE is working with the hospitality industry and local authority enforcement officers to increase awareness of electrical safety standards. Improving general ventilation in the workplace Employers must make sure there is adequate ventilation in enclosed areas of their workplace. Help bust the myths on portable appliance testing Portable appliance testing (PAT) is the examination of electrical appliances and equipment to make sure they are safe...
Work will begin on Monday 4 September 2023 to overhaul the Menai Suspension Bridge to ensure it is permanently restored in time for its 200th anniversary. The second phase of work will see new permanent hangers installed, following a rigorous period of development and testing, as well as extensive paint work to the exterior of the bridge. The work will be carried out by Spencer Group and overseen by UK Highways A55 Limited and the...
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...
Social care is a rewarding career where you can make a valuable contribution to society. We welcome applications from anyone, including: overseas refugees displaced people from Ukraine If you are looking for work and enjoy working with people, you may want to consider a career in social care. You can make a real difference to people’s lives. You will build relationships with the people you care for. Just a smile or a conversation can make...
The Welsh Revenue Authority manage 2 devolved taxes designed and made for Wales to help raise vital funds to support Welsh public services like the NHS and schools, in communities across Wales: Land Transaction Tax Landfill Disposals Tax These taxes replaced Stamp Duty Land Tax and Landfill Tax in Wales. Read their summer update which includes information on: Payments for Land Transaction Tax New higher rate question in Land Transaction Tax (LTT) return Paper Land...
Farming is the largest employer in the world but millions of people who live and work on smallholder farms don’t earn enough to provide for either themselves or their families. It’s often these communities who are most affected by climate change despite having done the least to contribute to it. Fair Trade is a global movement that puts people and the planet before profit. When producers receive a fair price for their goods it leads...
New research looking at how businesses can work with schools and colleges to benefit the future prospects of young people, has been welcomed by the Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles. The ‘Transitions to Employment’ report, carried out by Hefin David, MS, has been commissioned by Welsh Government. Some recommendations in the ‘Transitions to Employment’ report are already underway with £500,000 announced last month by the Minister for Education and the Welsh Language...
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is looking to work with more local building services to assist with the maintenance of its sites. With roughly 77 properties across Gwent, ranging from pre-1900 structures to a new fully functional critical care hospital, upkeep of the Health Board’s buildings is a huge task. As a result, the ABUHB Estates team want to collaborate with local Small and Midsize Businesses (SMBs) to support and deliver minor works projects...
The School Essentials Grant for the next school year is now open, the Minister for Education and Welsh Language Jeremy Miles has announced. Children whose families are on lower incomes and qualify for certain benefits can apply for a grant of £125 per learner and £200 for learners entering year 7 (to help with increased costs associated with starting secondary school). Families with children in reception to year 11 are eligible to apply. Previously known...