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The UK Government have published details of the Online Safety Bill. The Online Safety Bill is a new set of laws to protect children and adults online. It will make social media companies more responsible for their users’ safety on their platforms. Details include: A guide to the Online Safety Bill How the online safety bill will protect children How the online safety bill will protect adults Types of content that will be tackled Underage...
More than £1 million worth of new business has been secured by the Welsh delegation to the Paris Air Show in June with over £3.6 million in further opportunities also identified, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has revealed today (15 August 2023). The Paris Air Show is the largest aerospace event in the world, attracting over 2,400 exhibitors from 49 countries and 139,000 trade visitors from 185 countries. Wales is a centre of excellence for aerospace...
Responsible business network Business in the Community Cymru is offering employers fully-funded places for its Age-inclusive Learning Network online workshops. Part of the Age at Work programme, the interactive workshops are ideal for HR professionals or those with D&I responsibilities, who will hear from expert speakers, learn and share best practice, and take away practical actions to implement that will help them to recruit, retain and support over 50s in their own workplace. Upcoming workshops...
National Manufacturing Day, on Thursday 28 September 2023, Manufacturers throughout the UK will once again be opening their doors. Members of the public will be invited into factories and sites for a behind-the-scenes look at how Manufacturers' facilities work, as part of this UK-wide Open House. Local communities will have the chance to see the potential careers and jobs on offer within the wonderfully diverse manufacturing sector, as employers engage with all age groups -...
Innovative schemes to help create jobs, support the economy and strengthen the Welsh language unveiled. A suite of interventions to support Welsh language communities thrive economically as part of the Welsh Government’s 3 year multi-million-pound ARFOR programme has been revealed by Economy Minister Vaughan Gething and Plaid Cymru Designated Member Cefin Campbell at the National Eisteddfod in Llŷn ac Eifionydd today (9 August 2023). ARFOR is part of the Welsh Government’s Co-operation Agreement with Plaid...
Work will begin today (Monday 4th September 2023) on the Menai Suspension Bridge to ensure it is permanently restored in time for its 200th anniversary. The second phase of works will see new permanent hangers installed, following a rigorous period of development and testing, as well as extensive painting work to the exterior of the bridge. Motorists are urged to plan ahead, however, the programme of works will not mean full closure of the bridge...
Environmental taxes encourage your business to operate in a more environmentally friendly way. There are taxes and schemes for different types and size of business. You may get reliefs or be exempt from some taxes, for example if: you use a lot of energy because of the nature of your business you’re a small business that does not use much energy you buy energy-efficient technology for your business You can pay less tax by applying...
As part of World Breastfeeding Week, 1 to 7 August 2023, Healthy Working Wales is launching new website guidance for employers on “Breastfeeding and the Workplace”. Supporting breastfeeding employees can have number of benefits for employers, including: Employee wellbeing Attracting and retaining talent Promoting an organisation’s positive public image Cost savings The new section explains these benefits in more detail and provides employers with advice on their legal obligations and good practice in this area...
Take your business to new heights with the Enterprise Nation Fund. It will give three entrepreneurs the chance to win a year of mentoring from an experienced entrepreneur, a £5,000 grant and a bundle of prizes designed to support your small business. The three categories are based on Enterprise Nation's values. Select the category based on the one that best applies to your business, and the mentor who would be most beneficial to your growth...
From 17 September 2023, most 30mph speed limits across Wales will change to 20mph. The change comes after four years of work with local authorities, police and road safety experts to design a change in law, making Wales the first UK nation to reset the default speed limit for local roads. #ReadyFor20mph. For further information visit: • Introducing default 20mph speed limits | GOV.WALES • 20mph speed limits | Sub-topic | GOV.WALES

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