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The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is starting a review of the following National Occupational Standards (NOS): Electric and Hybrid Vehicles To ensure the outcome of the review is in line with industry needs, across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, you are invited to take part in the review. The NOS continue to be a valuable resource to inform vocational training and qualifications, and apprenticeships. The review will be completed by 31 March...

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6 October 2023

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6 October 2023

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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: CRISP23 - On-Line Innovation Funding Support Meeting UK-US offshore wind collaborative research and development UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £2 million for offshore wind research and development projects. Find out more and apply...

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6 October 2023

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5 February 2024

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On the 21 July 2023, an interim agri-environment scheme was announced to maintain and increase the area of habitat land under management across Wales. The new scheme, Habitat Wales, will provide an alternative offer of support to all eligible farmers, including Glastir Advanced, Commons and Organic farmers when their contracts end on 31 December 2023. The aims of the Habitat Wales scheme are to: protect habitat land previously under management in 2023 up to the...

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5 October 2023

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5 October 2023

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Procurement reform pre-implementation checklist. As the Procurement Bill gets closer to achieving Royal Assent, the evolution in procurement legislation will require colleagues across the Welsh public sector to do things differently. The upcoming changes will not only affect procurement and commercial teams, they will drive behavioural and cultural change across the organisation to improve the way contracts for goods, services and works are procured. To help contracting authorities across Wales get ready for the new...

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5 October 2023

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6 October 2023

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10 October every year. The theme of 2023's World Mental Health Day, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is 'Mental health is a universal human right'. World Mental Health Day is also a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and get help if you are...

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4 October 2023

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4 October 2023

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Open new opportunities by implementing Circular Economy principles. Introducing circular economy principles into your business offers a range of opportunities that can positively impact your bottom line, brand reputation, and long-term sustainability. Here's why you should consider adopting circular economy principles: Cost Savings – optimise your resource use, extend the life of products and materials through strategies like repair, refurbishment, and remanufacturing, reducing the need for raw materials leading to lower production costs. Competitive Advantage...

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4 October 2023

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4 October 2023

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Simply Business are giving away £25,000 to one lucky entrepreneur – to start, grow or revive their small business. To enter, you’ll need to complete an online form detailing why you think you deserve the grant. The Judges are looking for: your story a big dream positive social impact innovation a thought-out plan The closing date is 11 October 2023. For further information visit Business Boost – win £25k to fund your small business -...

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4 October 2023

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4 October 2023

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Sinema Cymru is an exciting new collaboration between S4C, Welsh Government’s Creative Wales, and Ffilm Cymru to support Welsh language feature films with international big screen potential. Under the Sinema Cymru programme, a minimum of three feature films will be developed a year, with the intention that one of these is selected for production funding. Sinema Cymru aims to put Welsh language film on the map by fast-tracking independent Welsh language films, which are bold...

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4 October 2023

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4 October 2023

The National Eisteddfod has published details of how to express an interest and ideas to be considered for the 2024 Eisteddfod Chair and Crown, with the festival to be held in Rhondda Cynon Taf next year. Both prizes are presented by local schools, with the Chair donated by Ysgol Llanhari, and the Crown donated by Ysgol Garth Olwg. Details of the Chair and Crown brief are available below: 2024 Chair Brief | Eisteddfod 2024 Crown...

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3 October 2023

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3 October 2023

Routine sight tests are the best way to make sure your eyes are healthy, and could lead to successful treatment for unknown, sight threatening conditions and maybe even your life. That’s the message from Health Minister Eluned Morgan in a new campaign to encourage adults over 30 to go for a sight test at their local optometry practice (opticians). Some conditions that cause sight loss have no symptoms, but a sight test can often pick...

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3 October 2023

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3 October 2023

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