Bubble business enjoys lockdown sales surge and unveils ethical vision for the future
BUSINESS is bubbling up nicely for one of the country’s most ethical and inspiring manufacturers. Dr Zigs distributed 10,000 litres of its popular products during the Coronavirus lockdown – that equates to a staggering 10 million giant bubbles. And the sales surge comes as the company, based on the Vaynol Estate near Bangor, approaches its…
Read MoreColeg Cambria and Open University raising education standards for adult learners
A PARTNERSHIP between Coleg Cambria and The Open University (OU) is raising the standards of English and maths for adult learners in Wales. The north east Wales institution was tasked with helping to develop Everyday Maths and English courses in partnership with the OU and Welsh colleges. Amanda Morgan, Cambria’s Deputy Director for Essential Skills,…
Read MoreRugby legend Jonathan Davies hosts virtual open day on traineeships with Coleg Cambria
RUGBY legend Jonathan Davies hosted a virtual open day with Coleg Cambria. The former Great Britain and Wales international – now a TV and media commentator and chat show host – joined employability mentor Carol-Ann Probert for a discussion on provision of traineeships. Organised by the Welsh Government in association with Careers Wales, Working Wales…
Read MoreBack2Business support series unveiled by North Wales multimedia partners
MULTIMEDIA and marketing companies have joined forces during lockdown to give clients a business boost. Award-winning North Wales firms Ginger Pixie Photography, Welsh Photo Guy and ie instinct will be offering firms a series of packages to support them in the weeks ahead, as they begin to reopen and revitalise trade. Melissa Cross, director of…
Read MoreBlasu/Taste North East Wales to take place virtually due to Covid-19 pandemic
A REGIONAL celebration of food and drink will take place virtually this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The second annual Blasu/Taste North East Wales event was to be held in October after a successful debut in 2019 saw more than 30 businesses and 400 visitors take part in a series of activities over 40…
Read MoreSt Asaph finance firm loan support for businesses hit by Covid-19 pandemic
BUSINESS owners who were panicked into taking a Bounce Back Loan when the UK went into lockdown because of Covid-19 can apply for more cash to secure their futures. FFP Solutions has been working with companies to access up to £250,000 via the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS). A Funding Circle Business Champion…
Read More20Twenty Business programme will be free to SMEs in NE Wales for 12 months
COMPANIES can save thousands of pounds on leadership and management training with the 20Twenty Business Growth Programme. The project will be delivering its Level 7 and Level 4 courses on a fully-funded basis over the next 12 months. Both levels are accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and those that opt for the Level…
Read MoreStudents are making their way in business thanks to Coleg Cambria apprenticeships
STUDENTS are making their way in business thanks to a well-connected college programme. Learners on the Level 3 Business course at Coleg Cambria have been securing apprenticeships and jobs in key sectors. Among those to pursue her dream career is Robyn Durham, who is currently studying for a Higher Apprenticeship with Airbus. Based at Cambria’s…
Read MoreBusinesses urged to take Covid-19 impact survey to help shape NWEAB response
THE results of a far-reaching survey launched this week will be the catalyst for plans to spearhead a business resurgence in North Wales. Delivered by the North Wales Economic Ambition Board’s Programme Office – on behalf of the six local authorities – the study focuses on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and how it…
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New Kid on the block as rare Coleg Cambria goats win top agriculture awards
RARE goats won top prizes at a virtual festival of farming and agriculture. Bagot Goats from Coleg Cambria Northop won four prizes at The Greatest Online Agricultural Show. The prestigious event was contested by participants from the across the UK, notably in the Rare Breeds Society Trust’s Native Breed Section. It was there the Bagots…
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