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The Port of Mostyn is pressing ahead with its plan to build a new berth to cater for the next generation of much larger floating offshore wind turbines. It was made possible after Natural Resources Wales granted a Marine Works Licence to build a new 350 metre quay and reclaim 13 acres of land behind it. The new quay has been designed to enable the world’s largest jack-up crane barges to berth and load the...
First published
19 February 2025
Last updated
19 February 2025
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Are you a sustainable start-up looking to maximise your impact? The Amazon Sustainability Accelerator is an equity-free programme supporting start-ups who are driving sustainable innovation and aims to help entrepreneurs to grow their skills and scale their businesses so they can maximise their climate impact in areas such as circular economy, recycling technology and more sustainable consumer products. The programme benefits are: Monetary grants Specialised mentorship Tailored curriculum Flexibility Climate Impact Assessment Events and community...
First published
19 February 2025
Last updated
19 February 2025
Volunteers
Grants of up to £5,000 for projects with health, wellbeing, cost of living support and/or environmental objectives that benefit the community. Priority will be given to those projects where Welsh Water are, or have been, working. How to apply: please see panel dates below, when to submit your application: 1 January 2025 to 28 February 2025 1 May 2025 to 30 June 2025 1 September 2025 to 31 October 2025 The community panel will meet...
First published
19 February 2025
Last updated
19 February 2025
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Regional growth regeneration will get a much-needed boost as two major culture projects across Wales will receive £15 million funding to help boost growth and spark regional regeneration. Funding will be ‘critical’ in showcasing the UK as a world-leader in culture and bring in visitors from across the globe. Just as importantly this will help drive growth in all parts of the country - a key element of the government’s Plan for Change – by...
First published
18 February 2025
Last updated
18 February 2025
company director
The Institute of Directors (IoD) Director of the Year Awards celebrates the achievements of outstanding business leaders in our society. Hosted once a year, awards are given to those who excel in areas such as innovation, sustainability, equity, diversity and inclusion, and more. Open to all – whether you’re an executive, non-executive, partner or even a chief constable – the IoD want to hear about the work you’re doing as a senior decision-maker to help...
First published
18 February 2025
Last updated
18 February 2025
Eisteddfod signs
International days and weeks are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations (UN), but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. International Mother Language Day takes place on 21 February and recognises that languages and multilingualism can advance inclusion. The...
First published
18 February 2025
Last updated
18 February 2025
LYFT Club
The Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme gave me the confidence and skills to realise my vision. It was a transformational experience that shaped me as an entrepreneur. The Business Wales Start-Up Accelerator Programme is a flagship initiative designed to nurture and propel Wales' brightest entrepreneurial talents. Over an intensive 12-week programme, participants gain expert guidance, mentorship, and invaluable networking opportunities to transform their innovative ideas into scalable, sustainable businesses. The 2024 cohort featured 21 entrepreneurs...
First published
17 February 2025
Last updated
4 February 2026
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HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them. The February edition of Employer Bulletin includes articles on: payrolling employees’ benefits and expenses reporting expenses and benefits for the tax year ending 5 April 2025 update on employee hours data requirements company cars – classification of double cab pickups Guidelines for Compliance – Help with labour supply chain assurance statutory...
First published
17 February 2025
Last updated
17 February 2025
Green lightbulb, energy saving
The Green Business Loan Scheme is delivered in partnership with the Development Bank of Wales to help Welsh business go green. The scheme provides: Access to fully funded and part funded consultancy support that helps businesses understand their own path to decarbonisation Discounted fixed interest rates for energy efficiency measures and low carbon heat installations Patient capital, with upfront capital repayment holidays and a loan term linked to project payback For further information please select...
First published
17 February 2025
Last updated
17 February 2025
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Wales' brightest entrepreneurial minds are being urged to seize an opportunity to fast-track their business ideas. The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme is now accepting applications for its innovative 10-week immersive Start-Up Accelerator Programme, which will launch on Tuesday 13 May 2025 and conclude on Friday 18 July 2025. This entirely virtual programme offers tailored support to help participants turn their ideas into fully operational businesses. Through targeted coaching and masterclasses, participants will learn how...
First published
17 February 2025
Last updated
15 December 2025

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