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Digital devices
The Welsh Government recently announced the upcoming Digital Inclusion Wales Grant which will commence in April 2026. It is our intention to open for applications in December 2025 seeking organisations across Wales that require funding for an identified localised need for digital inclusion support. To help shape the grant guidance, we are hosting a series of Grant Workshops offering organisations the opportunity to contribute to the development of the Grant and accompanying guidance. Workshop Dates...
First published
16 September 2025
Last updated
16 September 2025
FLS
Pontypool-based Freight Logistics Solutions is using smart technology to drive down carbon emissions in road freight across Wales and beyond. With support from the Welsh Government’s Innovation team, the company has developed Emissions Manager - a software tool that helps manufacturers track and reduce their carbon footprint through more efficient transport planning. Founded in 2016, the company has grown into one of the UK’s leading digital freight providers, working with more than 16,000 hauliers across...
First published
15 September 2025
Last updated
27 November 2025
Stashed Bike system
Based in Abermule, Powys, Stashed Products is making bike storage smarter and helping people around the world reclaim their space. With support from the Welsh Government’s Innovation team, the company has launched new products, secured IP protections and grown its team - turning an idea developed in a home workshop into a global success story. Established by design engineer and lifelong cycling enthusiast, Elliot Tanner, the company started with a challenge: how to store several...
First published
15 September 2025
Last updated
11 December 2025
Person receiving counselling
Rhyl City Strategy (RCS) is a social enterprise based in North Wales. RCS delivers personalised support, training and therapies to help people and businesses across Wales improve their wellbeing for work. The In-Work Support Service provides rapid access to up to six free sessions of tailored physiotherapy, psychological therapy and occupational therapy services, designed to help employed, or self-employed people return to work or manage a health condition in work. The In-Work Support Service also...
First published
15 September 2025
Last updated
15 September 2025
Limb-art
A successful Welsh Government business support programme has boosted the revenues of participating businesses by more than £60 million through exporting, with a further 15 companies now chosen to accelerate their export potential and grow further through international trade. Each year, the New Exporter Programme provides a cohort of small and medium sized business from across Wales with bespoke support designed to increase their export potential by embedding exports as a core aspect of their...
First published
15 September 2025
Last updated
15 September 2025
Workers in shop at Christmas
The Christmas season has a big impact on most businesses and employees in the UK. It will be a time when there is likely to be extra demand for products, services and sales in some businesses whilst others may experience a quiet period or may shut for the Christmas holidays. This year, Christmas Day, 25 December falls on a Thursday and Boxing Day, 26 December, falls on a Friday. Many employees will request time off...
First published
12 September 2025
Last updated
12 September 2025
female child with painted hands
The Welsh Government want your views on the proposed changes to the rules about child minding and day care registration and the development of a Voluntary Approval Scheme and are consulting on: the changes proposed to circumstances where providers are not required to register as a child minder or day care provider the proposed development of a Voluntary Approval Scheme for Childcare, Playwork and Activity Providers who are exempt from registration the impact these changes...
First published
12 September 2025
Last updated
12 September 2025
Tax law
People are being asked how they think Wales should manage changes to tax laws in the future. The public consultation comes after the Welsh Government reviewed how it currently makes changes to Welsh tax legislation, including Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax. These taxes, devolved to Wales, generate important revenue that helps fund Welsh public services. Currently, some changes to tax rules require primary legislation, while others can be made through regulations. The Welsh...
First published
12 September 2025
Last updated
12 September 2025
Person doing their taxes online
If you haven’t filed your Self Assessment tax return for 2024 to 2025, you don’t have to wait until 31 January 2026, you can do this anytime. This means you’ll avoid the last-minute rush as the deadline approaches. Filing early means you:  can get your money sooner if HMRC owe you a refund  will know how much tax you need to pay, so you can budget or set up a payment plan with us might...
First published
11 September 2025
Last updated
11 September 2025
person walking in a puddle wearing wellington boots
A further £1.75 million capital grant is being invested in the weather-proofing scheme, which will see more businesses eligible to apply. The fund will help small tourism and hospitality businesses enhance and weather-proof their visitor experiences. This fund is here to help you create more resilient, welcoming spaces for your guests. The fund will provide grants of between £5,000 and £20,000 to eligible businesses, enabling them to implement weather-proofing measures. For further information and to...
First published
11 September 2025
Last updated
15 September 2025

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