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Innovate UK have a wide range of funding opportunities open to Welsh business to innovate and invest in RD&I. The Welsh Government Innovation team can help you to access this funding and further support your business: Business Wales Events Finder - CRISP24 - On-Line Innovation Support Meeting (business-events.org.uk) New innovators in communication networks 2024 UK registered micro and small businesses can apply for a share of up to £500,000 to develop adoptable and investable innovations...
First published
14 May 2024
Last updated
14 May 2024
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If you work or hope to work in the media and need financial help to develop your skills, Ymddiried can help. They provide financial support to: individuals to extend their skills from the traditional, such as TV, film and radio – to the digital, such as podcasts, virtual reality content and content for streaming platforms (e.g. YouTube) organisations that promote the development of educational skills and resources for the creative industries and community initiatives For...
First published
14 May 2024
Last updated
14 May 2024
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How to let the relevant highway authority know your thoughts about roads with a 20mph limit. The speed limit on most roads in residential and built-up areas changed to 20mph in September 2023. The Welsh Government are revising the exceptions guidance that highway authorities use to decide which roads should be 30mph. This should be ready by July 2024. While we do this, we want you to let your highway authority know if you think...
First published
14 May 2024
Last updated
14 May 2024
Harry Thorpe of Plant and Pot
A budding entrepreneur from Cardiff has credited his first month of rapid sales growth to the support received from Business Wales, after taking over a popular independent plant business. In January 2024 Harry Thorpe, an Architecture Design graduate from Cardiff University, successfully bought out Plant and Pot, an independent houseplant shop based in Cardiff’s Royal Arcade. Within the first month of signing the contract, Harry increased sales by 36%, expanded the revenue stream threefold by...
First published
13 May 2024
Last updated
13 May 2024
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The Welsh Government are delighted to announce the launch of a new eLearning module on Community Wealth Building and the Foundational Economy. This engaging online resource aims to build understanding of what the Foundational Economy is; the benefits it can bring; and how it can be strengthened. Jeremy Miles, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Welsh Language explains: “This online eLearning module is an excellent tool to better understand Community Wealth Building and place-based approaches...
First published
13 May 2024
Last updated
13 May 2024
Metaverse - Croeso
Wales has become the first UK nation to launch in the metaverse , giving virtual visitors from across the world a taste of what they can discover there for real. The immersive experience has been created by Visit Wales to inspire future tourists by showcasing the range of experiences, places and attractions available to explore across Wales in real life. Visitors can navigate the Welsh-inspired landscape as a virtual version of themselves, whilst seeing a...
First published
13 May 2024
Last updated
13 May 2024
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The New Futures Network are a specialist part of HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) which attracts and supports employers to work with prisons in England and Wales and assists prisons to create the systems and infrastructure that will result in more prison leavers securing employment. To find out how the New Futures Network can help your business find talent, save money and make a difference, register your interest here: New Futures Network Being a...
First published
13 May 2024
Last updated
13 May 2024
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) take place on 16 May 2024. The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion. Every user deserves a first-rate digital experience on the web. This awareness and commitment to inclusion is the goal of GAAD, a global event that shines a light on digital access and inclusion for disabled people. For further information please select the following link: Home - GAAD...
First published
13 May 2024
Last updated
13 May 2024
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Women TechEU is a two-year EU-funded project funding and supporting women leading deep tech startup companies from Europe. Applicant startups will undergo a rigorous evaluation and a total of 160 winner startups will receive €75,000 in non-dilutive grants as well as a personalised business development programme including mentoring, coaching and training. The first call is now open and the closing date to apply is 20 May 2024. For further information please select the following link...
First published
10 May 2024
Last updated
10 May 2024
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Pride Cymru is a volunteer-led charity that works to promote the elimination of discrimination be it on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, disability or impairment, and recognises and celebrates the contributions made by LGBTQ+ people in society and continue to work to create opportunities for LGBTQ+ people around Wales to connect and support each other. Pride Cymru’s Parade returns to the streets of Cardiff on 22 and 23 June 2024, an immersive...
First published
10 May 2024
Last updated
11 April 2025

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