From Wrexham to Westminster: Student’s Powerful Call for Youth Health in Commons Debate
A STUDENT has taken centre stage nationally, speaking up for young people and ensuring their concerns are heard at the highest level. First-year A Level learner Daniel Edwards, formerly of St Joseph’s High School and now studying Government and Politics, English Literature and History at Coleg Cambria’s Yale Sixth Form, is Wrexham’s elected Member of…
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From garden shed to global success: Digital firm celebrates 30 years with landmark win
A PIONEERING technology and financial systems company is celebrating a historic achievement in its 30th year. Itas Solutions, based on Mold High Street, has become the first organisation in the UK to win the Sage Intacct Customer Success Partner of the Year award two years in a row. The accolade, awarded at the Sage UK Awards, coincides…
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A year of progress and partnership for Coleg Cambria
AS 2025 draws to a close, Coleg Cambria is reflecting on a year marked by achievement, resilience and continued commitment to learners, staff and communities across the region. Throughout the year, the college – based in Wrexham, Northop, Deeside and Llysfasi – has celebrated strong student outcomes, innovative teaching and learning, and meaningful partnerships with…
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Coleg Cambria flexing new approach to higher education in Wales
COLEG CAMBRIA has launched a new series of trailblazing flexible higher education courses. The college is continuing to transform the landscape of further and higher education with the expansion of its HN Flex model – an innovative, bitesize and accessible approach to learning designed for people who want to study around their busy lives. Following…
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Junior chef contest a Springboard to national finals for Wrexham student
COLEG CAMBRIA welcomed some of North Wales’ most promising young culinary talent to the first-ever Wrexham heat of the Springboard FutureChef competition. Seven budding chefs from Years 9 and 10 took part in the contest – held at the college’s Iâl Restaurant – including two learners from Cambria’s GCSE Hospitality and Catering school links programme….
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Teenagers to help MP drive social media and online safety reform
CLWYD NORTH MP Gill German is spearheading a drive to ensure young people’s voices shape the future of online safety Through a series of Online Safety Act Young People’s Forums with Year 10 and Year 12 students, Gill is gathering first-hand insights into the risks teenagers face online – from bullying and harmful content to…
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Entrepreneurial spirit shines as Coleg Cambria marks Global Enterprise Week
COLEG CAMBRIA celebrated a vibrant Global Enterprise Week (GEW), showcasing its reputation as a pioneering force for entrepreneurship and business support. Hundreds of learners engaged in workshops, talks, competitions and hands-on enterprise experiences aligned with the GEW 2025 theme – Together We Build. From Foundation to Level 3, students explored real start-up journeys, social enterprise models…
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Gold rush for North Wales college at UK Skills Olympics
COLEG CAMBRIA is celebrating an impressive medal haul after eight of its most talented learners and apprentices represented the college at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. The prestigious event – widely known as the ‘Skills Olympics’ – was hosted in Wales for the first time. More than 400 of the UK’s top apprentices and learners…
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8 year-old kayaker goes mega-viral as iconic attraction marks 40 years
A STUNNING display of skill, confidence and calm from an eight year-old kayaker has captured the imagination of paddlers and families across the world. A short video of Seren Jones performing a technically demanding hand-roll — filmed by her father Paul – a director and instructor at Canolfan Tryweryn, the National White Water Centre in…
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Busy Christmas ahead as Rhug Estate launches full festive line-up
RHUG ESTATE is set for a busy December as it launches a full programme of festive events and food experiences for all the family. The 12,500-acre estate, based near Corwen in Denbighshire, enters the yuletide season after a thriving autumn, marked by sold-out wreath-making workshops with floral designer Kate Jordan and tasting evenings hosted by…
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