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Five decisions on major new renewable energy projects have been approved by the Economy, Energy and Planning Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Evans since her appointment in September, contributing over 280 MW of renewable energy for Wales – the equivalent to power more than 180,000 Welsh homes. Speaking to representatives from across the renewable energy sector at a packed Future Energy Wales conference at ICC Wales, the Cabinet Secretary outlined plans to: Allow Planning and Environment Decisions...
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14 November 2024
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14 November 2024
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Disability History Month is a chance to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and challenge the stereotypes and barriers that can exclude disabled people from work and society. This year, Disability History Month runs from 14 November to 20 December and focuses on livelihood and employment. Throughout Disability History Month we want to raise awareness about the benefits of employing disabled people and highlight the support and resources available employers. Recruiting disabled people...
First published
14 November 2024
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14 November 2024
Defnyddia dy Gymraeg (use your Welsh text)
The 'Defnyddia dy Gymraeg' (Use your Welsh) campaign will run between 25 November and 9 December 2024. This will be an opportunity for organisations of all kinds across Wales to promote their Welsh language services. The campaign will encourage Welsh speakers to use the language in their everyday lives. This year, the focus is on working with organisations in the health and care sector, as it is vital that people can access these services in...
First published
13 November 2024
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13 November 2024
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Join us for our exclusive Access to Finance Roadshow, designed to help businesses unlock their potential through strategic funding options. Whether you are a startup or an established company, this event will provide actionable insights on how to access the right finance to fuel your business growth and ensure you’re finance-ready. Industry experts, business owners and financial leaders will guide you through a series of panel discussions, offering you a clear roadmap to funding opportunities...
First published
13 November 2024
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13 November 2024
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Registered childcare premises will no longer have to pay business rates. Estimated to save the sector £3.4 million annually, the now permanent non-domestic rates relief for childcare premises will support childcare providers to invest in staff, create new jobs and reduce fee increases for parents. Since 2019, premises like day nurseries have not paid business rates in Wales thanks to the small business rates relief scheme - helping many tackle rising costs and continue to...
First published
13 November 2024
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13 November 2024
Net Zero concept electric car, wind turbines, solar panels
This Launchpad is dedicated to the pursuit of sustainable solutions in the realm of Net Zero industrial emissions. Innovate UK is partnering on this Launchpad with Welsh Government. A new pot of up to £1 million for innovative projects in parts of the South Wales Industrial Cluster funding competition opened on 4 November and will close on 11 December 2024. Net zero industry, South West Wales – Round 2 Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) grant funding...
First published
12 November 2024
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12 November 2024
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Guidance published by the UK government will provide organisations with important advice on the new corporate criminal offence of ‘failure to prevent fraud’, helping make sure they are taking action to prevent fraud. Introduced last year as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCT), the offence is intended to hold large organisations to account if they profit from fraud. Under the offence large organisations may be held criminally liable where an employee...
First published
12 November 2024
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12 November 2024
Business preparing parcels for shipping
On 19 September 2024, the UK government confirmed that the new arrangements under the Windsor Framework for parcels and freight movements that were due to come into effect from 30 September 2024, would not take effect from that date and that businesses should be fully prepared for them by 31 March 2025. HMRC have updated their guidance which covers what the new arrangements are for business-to-business parcels, where these would apply and the importance of...
First published
11 November 2024
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11 November 2024
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Welsh Charities Week is back, taking place this year from 25 to 29 November 2024. The week is about recognising the work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary organisations and community and volunteer groups in Wales. Charities are not only a lifeline for the most vulnerable they are there for people in the good times and the bad, taking seemingly small steps that add up to a big difference. Whether you work or volunteer with a...
First published
11 November 2024
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11 November 2024
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Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this work are celebrated through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS). Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years. The...
First published
8 November 2024
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8 November 2024

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