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"The Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator helped me think bigger and build faster. It gave me the confidence, tools and momentum to take safeIncent from an idea to a live product with real users in just weeks." For many people, the hardest part of building better habits is staying motivated when progress feels slow and the rewards are not immediate. It was this gap between good intentions and lasting change that sparked entrepreneur Vlad Tanasescu's business...

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25 February 2026

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25 February 2026

Do you want to find out more about how your organisation can access funding for collaborative R and D projects, find partners and promote your own technical capabilities and needs? The Welsh Government Innovation Team are hosting an International Collaboration Opportunities Webinar. Sign up for the event on 17 March 2026 to find out which opportunities may benefit your organisation: Business Wales Events Finder - International Collaboration Opportunities Webinar. Innovation can help your organisation to...

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25 February 2026

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25 February 2026

The list of celebratory events that will be supported by the St David’s Day Fund 2026 has been published by the Welsh Government. The £1 million fund will help community, regional and national groups celebrate the day of Wales’ patron saint, Dydd Gwyl Dewi, on 1 March. Organisations will be awarded grants ranging from £500 for small community groups to £40,000 for nationwide events. 92 events will be held across Wales between 16 February and...

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25 February 2026

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25 February 2026

HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them. The February edition of Employer Bulletin includes articles on: Reporting expenses and benefits for the tax year ending 5 April 2026 End of year reporting Upcoming State Pension age changes - impact on payroll operation Implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025 Statutory Sick Pay changes - what employers need to know Tax...

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25 February 2026

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25 February 2026

Nightingale HQ image of co-founders Ruth Kearney and Stephanie Locke

Based in Caerphilly, Nightingale HQ is helping manufacturers work more efficiently, while reducing waste and carbon emissions. With support from the Welsh Government’s Innovation team, the company has accelerated research and development (R&D), launched its first commercial product and strengthened international partnerships, supporting Wales’s growing reputation for advanced manufacturing and green technology innovation. Established in 2018 by co-founders Ruth Kearney and Stephanie Locke, the business set out to address a long-standing challenge in the metals...

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24 February 2026

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25 February 2026

The British Business Awards is the national cross-industry business awards platform recognising distinguished businesses for their achievements in innovation, leadership, ESG impact and commercial success. If you or your company is a trailblazer within the British business community, the British Business Awards is the considered choice for recognising your success and celebrating your business on a national scale. This year’s categories are: Entrepreneur of the Year CEO of the Year SME of the Year Large...

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24 February 2026

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24 February 2026

Discover a dedicated hub offering small businesses practical, beginner-friendly resources to help you get started with artificial intelligence (AI). Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or looking to build on existing knowledge, Small Business Britain’s programmes are designed to guide you every step of the way. Explore how AI can save you time, enhance your marketing, boost productivity, and unlock new opportunities. The collection includes jargon-free guides, videos, and real-world examples. You’ll find straightforward...

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24 February 2026

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24 February 2026

Welsh communities will benefit from high-skilled roles as a landmark £50 million Defence Growth Deal boosts autonomous technology. Defence Secretary John Healey MP, Wales First Minister Eluned Morgan and Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens signed the £50 million Wales Defence Growth Deal, which will maximise Wales as a UK launchpad for autonomous technology and uncrewed systems, such as for use in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, and one-way drones. The deal will widen access...

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24 February 2026

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25 February 2026

Join Healthy Working Wales for an engaging two-part webinar series to discover how workplaces across Wales can minimise the risk of conflict. Session one features expert speaker: Debbie Lane OBE, ACAS Senior Business Adviser Topics include: What conflict is and why it escalates Early intervention: spotting issues before they become destructive ACAS tools, guidance and support available to employers You'll also hear from Pauline Mould, Workplace Health Adviser, who will share examples of what how...

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23 February 2026

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23 February 2026

A North Wales biotech firm has pioneered a new robotic dispensing system for diagnostic devices that test for conditions such as cancer, with Welsh Government support. Biofortuna, in Deeside, secured £225,000 SMART Flexible Innovation Support, to develop its BeadBot™ system, which is set to help the company achieve international growth ambitions. The project is one of 140 initiatives to receive SMART funding as part of a £20 million programme launched in 2023 to invest in...

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23 February 2026

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23 February 2026

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