Cambria helps drive Wales–Canada partnership challenging misogyny in education
COLEG CAMBRIA is playing a key role in a Wales-wide initiative to tackle misogyny and promote respectful relationships across the Further Education (FE) sector. Funded through the Taith Pathway 2 Programme and coordinated by ColegauCymru, the project unites colleges from across Wales and Canada to share expertise and develop strategies to prevent and challenge harmful…
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Innovative dentist brings US-inspired treatment to expanding Welsh practice
A LEADING dental practice renowned for its patient-centred care is proud to welcome a new team member set to bridge experience with innovation. Alison Kime has joined West End Dental’s Porthmadog surgery, further strengthening a team that already serves patients across North Wales from its Llangefni, Prestatyn and Colwyn Bay clinics, where the group’s headquarters…
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Celebration of Skills as Team Wales Torch Visits Deeside on Road to WorldSkills Finals
COLEG CAMBRIA welcomed the Team Wales torch to Deeside, marking a key milestone on its journey across Wales. The relay is building excitement ahead of the WorldSkills UK National Finals – hosted in Wales for the very first time this November – and shining a spotlight on the road to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, known globally…
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College and University join forces at £14m medical hub for health careers expo
COLEG Cambria proudly hosted this year’s Healthcare Heroes event in partnership with Wrexham University, inspiring hundreds of future professionals to pursue meaningful careers that will shape the future of the sector. The event took place in the state-of-the-art £14 million Nant building at Yale in Wrexham, which features industry-standard simulated hospital wards and virtual reality…
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25 years on, law firm expands and champions emerging talent
A LAW practice is celebrating its 25th anniversary with fresh talent, expansion, and a surge in clients across multiple sectors. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors – with offices in Chester, St Asaph, and Menai Bridge – now employs 30 staff and has plans for further recruitment in the coming months. The firm, which holds prestigious accreditations including…
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Cambria holds EDI events ahead of inaugural inclusion conference
COLEG CAMBRIA reaffirmed its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) through a series of events that brought staff together to share ideas, reflect on practice, and celebrate progress. Two landmark activities were led by Miranda Hazell, Specialist Teacher and Lead on Inclusion Training, and Fairness and Belonging Lead Alice Churm, giving colleagues fresh opportunities…
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Rugby injury drives Oliver on to golfing success
OLIVER Wilkinson has the drive to succeed – both on and off the course. A pupil at St Gerard’s School in Bangor, Oliver has already shown the form of a future star with a 3.2 handicap and the ability to send the ball soaring 320 yards down the fairway. But his story isn’t just about…
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Rhug Estate to reshape portfolio – creating new farming opportunities
RHUG ESTATE is reshaping its portfolio – creating new opportunities for the future of farming. Owner Lord Newborough has taken the decision to sell part of the Estate’s site at Glynllifon, near Caernarfon, opening the door for others – particularly the next generation of farmers – to bring fresh energy, skills, and investment. By passing…
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College to sharpen future of food skills with new Butchery Academy
COLEG Cambria is set to sharpen the future of food skills with the launch of its brand-new Butchery Academy. And leading the way is award-winning butcher and mentor, Matt Edwards. Matt – Food Manufacturing Work-Based Learning Practitioner at Cambria and a former WorldSkills UK gold medallist – has already been sharing his expertise with learners….
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College to host volunteering fairs for North Wales learners
COLEG CAMBRIA will host this year’s Welsh Baccalaureate Volunteering Fairs. Flintshire Local Voluntary Council (FLVC) announced the return of the annual events – now bigger and better with two sessions to be held this October. The first will take place at Deeside Sixth Form Centre on Monday (October 6) from 11am–2pm, followed by a second…
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