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Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething with a learner at Itec in Cwmbran
A programme that provides young people the skills, qualifications and experience they need to get a job, continue their training or return to education is to receive an extra £2.5 million in funding. Jobs Growth Wales+ offers 16 to 19-year-olds access to advice, training and education so that they are empowered to make informed choices to find and secure training, fair work or start a business. Young people get tailored support to boost their confidence...
First published
26 February 2024
Last updated
26 February 2024
father and daughter
The Carer's Leave Act comes into effect on 6 April 2024, every employer must be ready to support unpaid carers in their workplace. Join Carers Wales for free informative online events, the Carer's Leave Act and its implications for employers. This event will help you understand your responsibilities and ensure compliance with this important new legislation. Key topics: overview of the Carers Leave Act and its purpose understanding the rights and entitlements of employees under...
First published
26 February 2024
Last updated
26 February 2024
children singing
The Urdd National Eisteddfod is one of Europe’s largest annual youth touring festivals and this year will take place at Maldwyn (Montgomeryshire) from 27 May to 1 June 2024. The festival is a celebration of the Welsh language and culture with over 15,000 children and young people under the age of 25 competing during the Eisteddfod week in various competitions such as singing, dancing and performing. The festival attracts around 100,000 visitors each year so...
First published
26 February 2024
Last updated
4 March 2024
Mature female employee looking at a digital device
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) have published guidance and resources designed to help employers understand their legal obligations in relation to supporting workers experiencing menopausal symptoms. Menopause symptoms can have a significant impact on women at work. Research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development found that two thirds (67%) of working women between the ages of 40 and 60 with experience of menopausal symptoms said they have had a mostly negative...
First published
23 February 2024
Last updated
23 February 2024
Tenby
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is writing to some owners of self-catering holiday lets that are assessed for business rates for further information about the income and expenditure of these properties Last year, the VOA wrote to most self-catering holiday let owners in Wales and England to ask them to provide letting information about their property. This information was used to determine if properties should be assessed for business rates or Council Tax. If the...
First published
23 February 2024
Last updated
23 February 2024
Lambs in Eryri
As the consultation on the Sustainable Farming Scheme enters its final two weeks the Minister for Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths is urging people to take part in the consultation and make sure their views are heard. The consultation, Keeping Farmers Farming, was launched in December and outlines proposals which aim to secure food production systems, keep farmers farming the land, safeguard the environment, and address the urgent call of the climate and nature emergency. Every...
First published
23 February 2024
Last updated
23 February 2024
Marine Energy Wales
Mark your calendars for the Marine Energy Wales Conference 2024 on 13 and 14 March at Swansea Arena. #MEW2024 provides a vital platform to influence the future of marine renewable energy in Wales. Attendees can connect with industry leaders, discover trends and tech updates, interact with policymakers, and uncover funding opportunities. The conference includes tailored sessions, a networking exhibition hall, and chances to highlight your products and services. For sponsorship and exhibition details please select...
First published
23 February 2024
Last updated
7 November 2024
person looking at a laptop
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: 2024 National Insurance contributions rate changes end of year reporting basis period reform simplifying the reporting of Income Tax and National Insurance contributions on benefits in kind Help for Households upcoming changes to Paternity Leave and Pay For further information please select...
First published
22 February 2024
Last updated
22 February 2024
British army uniform
A new card for armed forces veterans, which will help them access specialist support and services, has started to be issued to service leavers. From 29 January 2024, any personnel who have left the military since December 2018 will automatically be given one of the new cards, which will allow them to maintain a tangible link to their career in the forces. The cards allow veterans to easily verify their service to the NHS, their...
First published
22 February 2024
Last updated
22 February 2024
Hac Iaith 2024
M-SParc and the Welsh Government are working together to host the third Welsh Language Hack. Access to investment from a fund of £24,000 is available to the winning ideas. This is an exciting opportunity for innovators and tech enthusiasts to contribute to the use of the Welsh language, by piloting a technology solution that increases the use of Welsh in digital environments. Supporting and encouraging learners and allowing first language Welsh speakers to use more...
First published
21 February 2024
Last updated
7 November 2024

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