Mental health service experiences 56% rise in North Wales users as pandemic restrictions ease
An online mental health and wellbeing service has seen a 56% increase in the number of people in the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) area seeking support as lockdown restrictions ease across the country. SilverCloud Wales is a free online therapy service designed to help people aged 16 and over, experiencing mild to moderate…
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From the only girl in plumbing class to college estates boss – rapid rise for young handywoman
A FORMER plumbing student is building a career in estate management following a rapid rise through the ranks at Coleg Cambria. Aged just 23, Laura Hughes has been promoted to Estates Officer with responsibility for the college’s Deeside site, including the £14m Sixth Form Centre. Having joined the department as an apprentice four years ago,…
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14,000 video consultations between North Wales patients and NHS staff as more services move online
MORE than 14,000 video consultations have taken place between patients and medical staff in North Wales over the last 12 months. As part of the Welsh Government’s response to COVID-19, TEC Cymru and partners established the NHS Wales Video Consulting Service that provides safe access to healthcare online. The service is utilised across all health…
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Cambria-Swansea business degree gives Airbus apprentices good grounding for careers
AN INNOVATIVE Business degree partnership has given talented students a good grounding for their future careers. Airbus apprentices Ryan Duffy and Fiola Woodley reached new heights on completing the Foundation Degree in Applied Business Management at Coleg Cambria’s £3.5m Northop Business School in Flintshire. Awarded by Swansea University, the qualification will see them progress in…
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New health tech will monitor North Wales cardiac patients via mobile phone
CARDIAC patients in North Wales are trialling innovative new technology that allows clinicians to monitor their health and recovery via mobile phone. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has teamed-up with healthtech company Huma to assess whether people with heart problems can be supported in their homes using an app that reports on their condition. The…
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North Wales community groups are on track for a funding boost
COMMUNITY groups near rural railway stations are on track for a funding boost. Conwy Valley and North West Wales Coast Community Rail Partnership and Transport for Wales have united to support organisations building back from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. They have launched a £10,000 scheme offering up to £250 to groups affected by…
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New Kinmel Bay HQ for PetPlace after pandemic sales boom
A LEADING pet retailer has opened new headquarters following a pandemic sales boom. PetPlace – which has stores in Abergele, Ruthin, Mold, Llangefni and Chirk – has joined Tir Llwyd Enterprise Park in Kinmel Bay. The company, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, will be based out of a 10,000 sq ft office and warehouse…
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First ever AGCO-Llysfasi cohort graduates from innovative apprenticeship scheme
LEARNERS ploughed ahead in completing an innovative agriculture training scheme despite the challenges of Covid-19. The first ever cohort of AGCO apprentices at Coleg Cambria Llysfasi have completed the three-year Technical Advanced Extended Diploma in Agricultural Engineering. The north east Wales college teamed up with the worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment to train…
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Chance encounter sees descendant of Victorian steel magnate join campaign to rebuild Deeside landmark
THE great-great-great-granddaughter of a pioneering Victorian steel magnate is helping to restore a landmark named in his honour after a chance meeting with the visionary behind the multi-million pound project. Charlotte Summers was in Flintshire visiting her partner James’ family when they decided to go for a bike ride and see the Grade-II listed John…
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Plastering student secures apprenticeship after impressing skills course instructor
A traditional building skills course led to an apprenticeship opportunity from one of its instructors. Organised by Wrexham’s Traditional Building Skills Programme and held at Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site, the traditional building skills courses are provided free through Wrexham Council. Plasterer student Wesley Jackson has attended several of the Traditional Building skills courses to…
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