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…
Read MoreCustomers scrambled to Clyttir Farm for eggs during Coronavirus sales surge
CUSTOMERS scrambled to buy eggs and local produce when Coronavirus took hold in the UK. Demand surged due to panic buying and a rise in the number of people home baking, which is when David Sharples saw a major increase in customers wanting goods from Clyttir Farm, near Ruthin. The farm has 24,000 free range…
Read MoreRegional Skills Partnership to host free apprenticeships event with educators
FREE digital and manufacturing apprenticeships will be the focus of a webinar uniting colleges and universities in North Wales. Bangor and Wrexham Glyndwr universities, Coleg Cambria, Grwp Llandrillo Menai and The Open University (OU) have joined forces to promote fully funded apprenticeships. Places are available from January onwards and partners include Welsh Water, Cartrefi Cymru,…
Read MoreColeg Cambria virtual two-week open event begins on Monday
COLEG CAMBRIA is to host a two-week virtual showcase of the many courses and qualifications it has on offer. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, there will be no open days at its sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Northop or Llysfasi. So the college took the decision to invite prospective students to find out more from the…
Read MoreRisc IT Solutions and Microsoft launch programme of free events for businesses
THE digital transformation of business and industry in Wales during the Coronavirus pandemic will be marked with a series of virtual events supported by a global tech giant. Following the initial national lockdown in March, Llandudno-based Risc IT Solutions – a Microsoft Gold partner – began hosting free webinars offering guidance and advice to employers…
Read MoreColeg Cambria and Chester law firm join forces to lead virtual business events
AN AWARD-WINNING business school is hosting a series of virtual breakfast events to help industry leaders face the challenges of Covid-19. Cambria Business School – part of Coleg Cambria – is hosting six sessions with leading companies offering free guidance and support in response to the challenges of Covid-19. The first covered employment law during…
Read MoreNorth Wales Growth Deal moves a step closer after green light from NWEAB
THE transformational North Wales Growth Deal that will create thousands of jobs and boost the economy for generations to come is one step closer. North Wales Economic Ambition Board (NWEAB) met last week and gave its support to move forward with the five programmes that make up the Deal, underpinned by £240million investment from both…
Read MoreCangen Cymraeg Cambria launched to increase Welsh language opportunities
WELSH language opportunities for learners, staff and apprentices at Coleg Cambria will be bolstered by a new partnership. The college has launched its own branch of Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol – Cangen Cymraeg Cambria. Welsh medium students will have access to further training, undergraduate and postgraduate university scholarships, and support with their learning. Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol…
Read MoreColleges and skills partnership promote new Personal Learning Account scheme
LEADING colleges joined forces to provide furloughed, at risk and low-paid workers with an opportunity for change. Coleg Cambria and Grwp Llandrillo Menai have united with North Wales Regional Skills Partnership to promote the Personal Learning Account (PLA) scheme. PLAs give anyone over the age of 19 and living in Wales, in employment earning less…
Read MoreCilcain community shop supporting villagers through Coronavirus lockdown
KIND-HEARTED volunteers and local producers helped a picturesque village through the first Coronavirus lockdown. As the cold weather and dark nights descend – and tighter safety restrictions return – the team at Cilcain Community Shop hope residents continue to support the venture. Treasurer Sarah Parr explained how everyone from school pupils to retirees came together…
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