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Search behaviour is shifting. Here’s how growth-focused businesses can stay competitive in a digital world powered by AI tools and conversational search. Search engines are no longer just showing links in response to user queries. Google’s AI Overviews, Bing’s Copilot, and ChatGPT with real-time browsing are all designed to give users instant, conversational answers. This means users often get what they need without visiting a website. What this means for growing businesses For growing businesses...

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28 August 2025

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9 December 2025

New proposals have been suggested to adjust the way tax rules for self-catering holiday let owners are applied. Since April 2023, self-catering properties must be available for 252 days and actually let for 182 days each year to pay non-domestic rates instead of council tax. The rules were brought in to ensure property owners make a fair contribution to their local community. The Welsh Government is seeking views on two key changes to the way...

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28 August 2025

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28 August 2025

Now in its 11th year, the Cardiff Business Awards 2025 will once again shine a spotlight on the outstanding companies and entrepreneurs driving the city forward. This year’s categories are: Construction Business of the Year Creative Business of the Year Digital Business of the Year Employer of the Year Entrepreneur of the Year Family Business of the Year Financial and Professional Service Business of the Year Green Business of the Year Innovation Business of the...

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28 August 2025

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28 August 2025

Funding to help museums, archives and libraries achieve Priorities for Culture ambitions. This grant offers revenue funding to address the following ambitions: ensuring culture is inclusive, accessible and diverse reflecting the needs and aspirations of children and young people caring for our collections and assets supporting good digital practice supporting sustainable development, achieving net-zero, and tackling the climate and nature emergencies. Read the guidance: Priorities for Culture enhanced local sector support for museums, archives and...

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28 August 2025

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28 August 2025

A deaf and disabled man from Powys who struggled with no broadband access and no mobile signal at his home says his digital connectivity has been transformed thanks to Welsh Government support . Mark, who lives in a very rural area of Powys, found access to decent broadband was becoming increasingly important for communication and security needs. The lack of connectivity created significant barriers for Mark's work and daily life. He experienced great difficulties using...

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27 August 2025

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27 August 2025

Wales Climate Week returns this year, from 3 November to 7 November, bringing the people of Wales together to talk, plan and act on the climate decisions that matter most. This year’s focus? With the next 5-year plan in development, we need to look at the changes that can be made in areas where Wales has the power to lead and the chance to flourish – from how we travel, to how we heat our...

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27 August 2025

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27 August 2025

Millions of Self Assessment customers are being urged by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to remain vigilant to scams that claim to be from the department. Scammers often impersonate HMRC, offering fake refunds or demanding urgent payments to steal personal and banking information. They may say it’s safe to share personal details. It’s not. Passwords, usernames, and access codes are private and customers should never share them, even with someone they trust or who helps...

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26 August 2025

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26 August 2025

box of electrical equipment for recycling

Online marketplaces will now help cover the costs of cleaning up waste electricals, like washing machines, radios and vacuum cleaners, from our homes and streets, as new regulations ensuring a level playing field for UK retailers come into force to make the system fairer. Before now, UK-based firms covered the costs for the collection and processing of electrical waste, which placed them at a disadvantage compared to their online rivals based abroad. The changes will...

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26 August 2025

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26 August 2025

A former British Champion kickboxer from Cwmbran has credited the support he received from Business Wales for giving him the confidence to leave his day job and pursue a career as a start-up entrepreneur. Hywel Smith, a qualified personal trainer, competitive bodybuilder, and kickboxer, had considered becoming a self-employed coach for some time. However, it wasn’t until the sad passing of a close friend and fellow athlete that he decided to reach out to Business...

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26 August 2025

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11 November 2025

The countdown to Small Business Saturday is officially on as the iconic Small Business Saturday UK Tour is back again this November! ‘The Tour’ will call at 23 different towns and cities across the UK throughout November, visiting small businesses and shining a light on their contribution to the UK economy and local communities. There will be a free daily programme of online events, including workshops, webinars, mentoring and inspiring entrepreneurial stories, open to small...

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22 August 2025

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22 August 2025

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