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Lambing at Llwyn-yr-eos Farm
The application window for the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) Rural Leadership Programme 2024-25 is now open. Aimed at inspiring future leaders in agriculture, the programme will provide an action-packed course of training, mentoring, support and guidance over three intense residential sessions, following the candidate selection day in April 2024. Taking part in the Leadership Programme is an opportunity of a lifetime. A group of up to 12 delegates, will have the chance to make...
First published
18 March 2024
Last updated
18 March 2024
People walking in Eryri
Lee Waters MS, Deputy Minister for Climate Change Today (13 March 2024), I am publishing the Active Travel Delivery Plan 2024-2027. A commitment in our National Transport Delivery Plan (NTDP), the Active Travel Delivery Plan sets out in more detail how we and our delivery partners will implement the active travel commitments in Llwybr Newydd and the NTDP. The Active Travel Delivery Plan aims to increase modal shift by making active travel easier to access...
First published
18 March 2024
Last updated
18 March 2024
Unlock Business success
The Help to Grow: Management Course will help you boost the performance and resilience of your business. Designed and delivered by entrepreneurs and industry experts at world-class business schools, this leadership course will provide time away from the challenges of running a business to invest in your leadership, and to learn how to take your business to the next level. A 12-week programme is available for small and medium-sized business leaders. This course aims to...
First published
18 March 2024
Last updated
7 November 2024
Community Investment Enterprise Fund
The Community Investment Enterprise Fund (CIEF) has been launched to help community organisations in Wales and England secure finance, with funding packages of blended loan and grant funds available up to £25,000. The fund prioritises sustainable business practices and regional development, especially in disadvantaged areas. Eligibility criteria: Located in Wales or England. Legally established as a registered charity or social enterprise, focused on social benefit. Owned by or operates for the community's well-being. In operation...
First published
15 March 2024
Last updated
7 November 2024
Barmouth, Gwynedd
Climate Change Minister Julie James has today (12 March 2024) delivered a statement on the Welsh Government’s approach to tackling issues caused by second home ownership that she described as being ‘unparalleled in a UK context’. Addressing the large number of second homes and short-term lets in many communities is one of the commitments outlined in the Welsh Government’s Programme for Government and the Co-operation Agreement with Plaid Cymru. To achieve this, a range of...
First published
15 March 2024
Last updated
15 March 2024
Arms holding a planet earth
Global Recycling Day will take place on 18 March 2024. It recognises the people, places and activities that showcase how the Seventh Resource and recycling contribute to an environmentally stable planet and a greener future for all. There are plenty of ways to get involved in Global Recycling Day by organising your own events, helping to promote Global Recycling Day by sharing activities on social media . For further information please select the following link...
First published
15 March 2024
Last updated
15 March 2024
Pembrokeshire
Climate Change Minister Julie James has announced the successful applicants of the Welsh Government’s £750,000 Tidal Lagoon challenge. The challenge was announced by First Minister Mark Drakeford in March 2023 where he said the funding would be made available for at least three research projects working on tidal lagoon technology. The three successful lead organisations have been named as: Swansea University in the Environment category Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult in the Engineering and Technical category...
First published
15 March 2024
Last updated
15 March 2024
Betsan Moses, Chief Executive of the National Eisteddfod and Minister for Education and Welsh Language Jeremy Miles
The Minister for Education and Welsh Language has announced additional funding of half a million pounds for the National Eisteddfod and the Urdd Eisteddfod, to make this year's festivals accessible to lower income families. £350,000 will be provided to the National Eisteddfod and £150,000 to the Urdd as one-off funding to enable families and individuals from lower income households to attend the national festivals in Rhondda Cynon Taf and Montgomery this summer. This means that...
First published
14 March 2024
Last updated
14 March 2024
Neurodiversity - brain made up of different coloured jigsaw pieces
Neurodiversity Celebration Week takes place from 18 to 24 March 2024. As 15% to 20% of the UK population have neurodivergent conditions, it is important to appreciate the advantages to having a neurodiverse workplace. During Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024, there will be a range of events aimed at educating and inspiring conversations about Neurodiversity. For further information please select the following links: Neurodiversity Celebration Week (neurodiversityweek.com) Resources | Neurodiversity Celebration Week (neurodiversityweek.com)
First published
14 March 2024
Last updated
14 March 2024
Business owner looking at a lap top.
As an employer running payroll, you need to: report to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on the previous tax year (which ends on 5 April) and give your employees a P60 prepare for the new tax year, which starts on 6 April HMRC have published important information for employers on GOV.UK, which includes: help finishing the tax year 2023 to 2024 using form P9X tax codes to use from 6 April 2024 information on the...
First published
14 March 2024
Last updated
14 March 2024

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