Smart Towns Cymru digital toolkit aims to future-proof the high street
A NEW online guide will help small businesses and independent retailers harness the power of digital technology and data to strengthen their operations, attract more customers, and future-proof their place on the high street. Menter Môn, which delivers the Welsh Government-funded Smart Towns Cymru programme as part of the Transforming Towns package of support, has…
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Leading Welsh consultancy adds talent as planning demand accelerates
AN acclaimed planning consultancy continues to grow, creating exciting career and development opportunities – from graduates to experienced professionals seeking a new challenge. Based in Conwy and Pulford, near Chester, Cadnant Planning is recognised as one of the most respected chartered town planning consultancies in Wales and the North West. The company, led by Managing…
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New offices, staff and vision for leading accountancy practice following 50% growth
SALISBURY’S Chartered Accountants is entering an exciting new chapter – opening offices, welcoming new recruits, and shaping the future of the profession. The latest appointments, including trainee accountants, reinforce the firm’s focus on nurturing talent and powering its continued regional growth. The business has added Llangefni to its growing list of sites, joining existing offices…
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Landowners urged to put forward sites for Anglesey’s future development plan
LANDOWNERS on Anglesey are being asked to come forward and help map the future of the island. Cadnant Planning is working closely with landowners and developers following the county council’s ‘Call for Sites’ – a key step in shaping the new Local Development Plan (LDP), which will guide future growth and development through to 2039….
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Interiors agency has designs on British title after being named only Welsh finalist
MAIREAD Turner has designs on winning a prestigious national prize. The talented founder of Anglesey-based Mairead and Co Interiors is a finalist in this year’s BIID Interior Design Awards 2025. She and studio manager Lauren Morgan-Clarke are flying the flag as the only Welsh agency shortlisted this year. Their standout project? The Papered House, a listed Georgian gem…
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PetPlace approaches £100k fundraising target for children’s hospices
THE “incredible” amount raised by a leading pet retailer for a children’s charity is approaching the £100,000 mark. PetPlace – which has stores in Llangefni, Ruthin, Mold, Abergele and Gledrid, Oswestry, and a HQ in Kinmel Bay – has collected a staggering £94,789 for Hope House and Ty Gobaith children’s hospices. Led by Managing Director…
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Vigo IT Solutions targets new connections following North Wales expansion
A LEADING IT company will serve more communities and meet industry demand by building on its connections in Wales. Vigo IT Solutions Ltd is a pioneering provider of IT and related services based in Birkenhead, Wirral. Employing 20 staff and with more than 250 customers, founder and Managing Director Kurt Beaumont-Jones has expanded operations and…
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Author of children’s book written in memory of her baby boy plans new stories and TV documentary appearance
THE author of a book written in memory of her baby boy is planning a series of new stories and will appear in a TV documentary on child loss. The positive response to Theo Bear – A Midnight Wish was of “great comfort” to Ellie Harley-Jones, whose son Theo sadly died at birth almost four years ago….
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PetPlace has big plans for 2025 following year of events and investment
A PIONEERING pet retailer lined up another paw-some calendar of events as it prepares for further growth in 2025. A busy year for PetPlace – which has stores in Llangefni, Ruthin, Mold and Gledrid, Oswestry, and a HQ in Kinmel Bay – looks set to be replicated and even bettered over the coming 12 months….
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Business Wales supply chain events to whet appetite of food producers
Workshops to shine a light on supplying food and drink to the public sector in Wales. Organised by Business Wales, the events will be held in the new year and will begin with a virtual session on Social Value in the Public Sector with Ian McGrady, Director of Ellesmere Port-based Edsential Catering, and Huw Griffiths,…
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