Edward Hughes Solicitors reveals double success after challenging 2020
A LAW FIRM has achieved double success after one of the most challenging periods in its 70 year-history. Like most organisations, Edward Hughes Solicitors – based in Rhyl and Colwyn Bay – was forced to close its offices to the public in the Spring when the global Covid-19 pandemic took hold in the UK. Both…
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Popular North Wales Means Business Conference to take place virtually this year
ONE of the highlights of the North Wales business calendar is to be held virtually this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Organisers of the popular North Wales Means Business Conference unveiled a series of star speakers and interactive sessions for the event on Thursday December 10. Showcasing the ION Leadership, 20Twenty Business Growth and…
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Students dig in to support water quality and biodiversity project with Wildlife Trust
A PROJECT to improve water quality, biodiversity and restore a natural habitat has been given a boost. Forestry students from Coleg Cambria Llysfasi are helping former learner Jonathan Hulson deliver the Woodlands for Water Project, in partnership with North Wales Wildlife Trust. Driven by the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Management Scheme, the two-year initiative aims to create, connect…
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Pro Outsourcing MD given new lease of life after pivoting during Covid pandemic
A PROCUREMENT and supply chain specialist who transformed companies across Europe has given his own business a new lease of life. When Covid-19 took hold in the UK earlier this year, Tom Evans was forced to pivot and change his course of direction to navigate the economic challenge facing all sectors. As managing director of…
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A PESTO – magical start to life in business for Mold sourdough pizza company
A SOURDOUGH pizza business launched in lockdown by a former Queen’s Nurse and university lecturer is cooking up a storm with customers. a pesto wood-fired sourdough pizza company has quickly grown to become one of the most popular takeaway venues in North Wales. Based out of a street-food Airstream trailer at the Dolphin Inn, Mold, owner…
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Coleg Cambria among first in UK to be recognised for work with adult carers
COLEG CAMBRIA is among the first 10 institutions in the UK to be recognised for its work as part of a transformational project with young adult carers. The college has received QSCS (Quality Standard in Carer Support) accreditation from The Learning and Work Institute for its role in the Driving Change initiative. Launched in 2019,…
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Sabor de Amor bringing sunshine into our lives with Taste North East Wales
A POPULAR Spanish sauce company has been bringing sunshine to the lives – and plates – of customers throughout the year. Despite the challenges brought on by the Coronavirus pandemic, Beatriz Albo and the team at Wrexham-based Sabor de Amor worked hard to support local producers and communities by supplying a steady stream of their…
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Dee Valley Produce preparing for Christmas after lockdown sales increase
THE way in which people shop for food and drink has changed forever following the events of 2020. And Wayne Siddall, owner of Dee Valley Produce in Llangollen, hopes more customers will stay loyal to the local businesses that stepped up to support their communities during the Coronavirus pandemic. Supported by Taste North East Wales…
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North Wales hospitality firms in the battle back from Coronavirus lockdowns
HOSPITALITY firms and accommodation providers have made significant changes to their premises in a bid to claw back business lost during the Coronavirus lockdowns. The region’s hotels, B&Bs, cafés, pubs and restaurants have endured a torrid time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many reopened with strict social distancing and safety measures in place,…
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College student takes lead as more women blaze a trail in the UK meat industry
MORE and more women are blazing a trail in the meat industry. For many years, the number of females beginning careers in butchery, processing and distribution was below 10%, in what is a historically male-dominated arena. But in past weeks, FDQ Limited – a specialist awarding body pioneering innovative qualifications in food – revealed women…
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