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Healthcare Matters team photo
Wrexham-based Healthcare Matters relocates to new headquarters, grows team to 53 and launches training and innovation programmes with Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme support A family-run healthcare equipment business in North East Wales has doubled its turnover to £4.6 million and grown its workforce to 53 people as it marks its 20th year in business, capping the milestone with a move to a purpose-built headquarters at Llay Industrial Estate, near Wrexham. Healthcare Matters supplies a...
First published
19 June 2026
Last updated
23 June 2026
AI
New £1.1 billion plan to back chip firms, boost computing power and skills for the AI revolution. The new AI Hardware Plan , sets out how the UK Government will back British companies developing the chips and semiconductor technologies behind AI, while also investing in the scientists, engineers and technicians needed to turn new ideas into products. For further information please select the following links: A decisive shift to power British AI: new £1.1 billion...
First published
19 June 2026
Last updated
19 June 2026
young person working in a ceramic factory
Youth Work Week, 23 June to 29 June 2026, is a national opportunity to celebrate and strengthen the visibility of youth work across Wales. This year's theme: Youth Work Works. Youth Work looks different in every setting. This theme is yours to interpret. For further information please select the following link: Youth Work Week. Support and guidance to identify skills gaps and development for your business, Recruit and Train | Business Wales .
First published
19 June 2026
Last updated
19 June 2026
group of people using laptops
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has pledged more than £11 million to support customers who need extra help, as it launches the latest round of its Voluntary and Community Sector Grant Funding Scheme. Voluntary and community sector organisations can submit bids to provide specialist advice and support to HMRC customers who may need extra help with their tax affairs, interacting with its digital services, which continue to expand, or claiming entitlements. Organisations applying for the...
First published
18 June 2026
Last updated
18 June 2026
Happy group of people
Employee Ownership Day is the annual celebration of Employee Ownership (EO) for thousands of employee owners, EO businesses and EO supporters to join together, informing and educating on the benefits of employee ownership and takes place on 19 June 2026. If you want to sell your business or are looking to grow your business and reward and retain staff, EO is an innovative option with proven commercial benefits. By transferring ownership to your employees, you...
First published
18 June 2026
Last updated
18 June 2026
Talacre beach, light house and off shore wind farm
The new Welsh Government Minister with responsibility for energy has said Wales is open for business when it comes to offshore wind and its potential to be a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity. Adam Price, Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, also said the new Welsh Government is keen to build an open and collaborative relationship with the offshore wind sector and other key partners such as UK Government and The Crown Estate...
First published
17 June 2026
Last updated
17 June 2026
Energy efficiency
Up to £25,000 grant for energy-saving improvements. For not-for-profit sports clubs or community groups in Wales. To apply, your project must: take place in Wales and be mainly for people who live in Wales be for a building you own or have at least 7 years remaining lease for not have started yet start by 31 March 2027 finish within 12 months of getting the grant Projects and funding: new windows and doors, reducing heating...
First published
17 June 2026
Last updated
17 June 2026
Data protection and customer data
Important reminder that businesses across the UK must have a data protection complaints process in place, as the new legal requirements come into force on 19 June 2026. The Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA) is a new Act of Parliament that updates certain laws about digital information matters. The Information Commissioner’s Office has published guidance on how to deal with data protection complaints to support businesses in meeting these new requirements. For information...
First published
17 June 2026
Last updated
17 June 2026
children playing with building blocks
Hundreds more families in Wales will be able to access funded childcare thanks to a £55 million investment announced today. The Welsh Government has confirmed a £55 million investment in childcare, including the rollout of funded childcare to more two-year-olds across Wales and £10 million capital funding, as part of the First Supplementary Budget 2026-27. This funding will help to accelerate the rollout of 12.5 hours of funded childcare per week to all two-year-olds, delivered...
First published
16 June 2026
Last updated
16 June 2026
EISTEDDFOD Sign
Are you a businessperson working in South Ceredigion? Join a special business breakfast to celebrate the arrival of the National Eisteddfod in the area this year. Come and hear more about the business opportunities available and meet the Chair of the Executive Committee, John Davies, and the Eisteddfod’s Chief Executive, Betsan Moses. Details: Date and time: 8am for 8:30am, 19 June 2026 Location: Tower Room, Cardigan Castle, Green Street, Cardigan, SA43 1JA Similar events will...
First published
16 June 2026
Last updated
16 June 2026

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