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The Welsh Government has launched a new plan to embed the benefits of AI in various sectors and shape its influence to improve the lives of people across Wales. A week after the AI Zone for North Wales was launched, the AI Plan for Wales sets out how the transformative power of artificial intelligence will be embraced across Wales to drive economic growth, enhance public services in both Welsh and English, and equip people across...

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19 November 2025

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19 November 2025

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Supported by the Welsh Government, the Development Bank of Wales today announced it has created and safeguarded over 50,000 jobs across the country, marking a significant milestone with £1 billion invested in equity, debt, and property since 2017. The £1 billion investment has supported 51,089 jobs and generated £5.8 billion in jobs-based GVA – an almost sixfold return in economic value. The Development Bank's contribution to the nation's economy has unlocked a further £636 million...

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18 November 2025

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18 November 2025

People across Wales will benefit from a new grant aimed to help everyone gain the basic digital skills, confidence and access needed to take part fully in the digital world. The Welsh Government’s new Digital Inclusion Wales Grant will support projects that help people overcome barriers to using digital technology by improving basic digital skills, building confidence, and ensuring they have the tools and support needed at a local level. With many essential services now...

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18 November 2025

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18 November 2025

UK City of Culture is a UK wide competition run by Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), inviting places across the UK to set out their vision for culture-led transformation. Being named UK City of Culture is a transformational moment in a place’s growth and the competition is an opportunity for places and communities to raise their ambitions and put culture and creativity at the heart of their plans for transformation and aspirations for...

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18 November 2025

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18 November 2025

Established in 2022, Perthyn provides local early-stage support to communities in north and west Wales with high levels of second home ownership who are interested in developing social enterprise ideas to support and protect the Welsh language. The fifth round of Perthyn grants is now open for applications, with a deadline of 12pm on Friday, 21 November 2025. Applications are welcomed from community groups who haven’t previously received a Perthyn grant. Applications should show that...

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18 November 2025

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18 November 2025

Side hustlers making money from Christmas crafts, seasonal market stalls, or selling festive items are being urged to check if they need to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) about their earnings. As the festive season approaches, HMRC’s Help for Hustles campaign is reminding anyone earning extra income from activities like making Christmas decorations, upcycling furniture for seasonal sales, or running market stalls, that they will need to tell HMRC if they earn more than...

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17 November 2025

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17 November 2025

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The UK government’s Pride in Place Programme will see up to £5 billion given to nearly 250 areas across the UK. Each area will receive up to £20 million of funding and support over the next 10 years to make long-term improvements that residents want. With Pride in Place, residents, businesses, and community groups will deliver real improvements that matter to local people. Communities will be able to spend the funding on what matters most...

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17 November 2025

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17 November 2025

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The Welsh Government want your views on their investment proposals for a new Local Growth Fund in Wales. These include: overarching principles core priorities and objectives for investment how the fund will be delivered The fund will be supported by the UK Government and will run from 2026 to 2029. Consultation events: North Wales: Tuesday 18 November 2025, 10am to 12:30pm Mid Wales: Wednesday 19 November 2025, 10am to 12:30pm South-west Wales: Wednesday 26 November...

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17 November 2025

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17 November 2025

International Men’s Day is on 19 November every year (Wednesday in 2025). Across November there are Parliamentary debates, policy launches, employer days (perfect for showcasing Equality Diversity Inclusion), community events, health days, business events, staff support days, debates, student events, political events, lectures, research launches, gigs, charity promotion days, book launches, mental health discussions, film showings, conferences, competitions, comedy nights, get-togethers, award announcements and charity fundraisers. The three core themes for International Men’s Day in...

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14 November 2025

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14 November 2025

Rebecca Evans, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning With less than 1000 days to go until the Tournament kicks off on 9 June 2028, I am pleased to confirm Wales’ commitment to hosting the UEFA European Championship in 2028, alongside our UK and Irish partners. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to showcase Wales on the global stage and deliver lasting benefits for our communities. The Welsh Government will invest up to £30 million to...

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14 November 2025

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14 November 2025

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