Businesses 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…
Read MoreAmbition Board united in working to rebuild the region’s hard-hit tourism sector
NORTH WALES Economic Ambition Board is united in working to rebuild the region’s hard-hit tourism sector. With no date announced for when hospitality businesses, bars, hotels and attractions in the region can safely reopen, there are challenges ahead for the industry. The Ambition Board met formally on Friday (June 12) for the first time since…
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Coleg Cambria donation helps hospital patients to enjoy ‘virtual visits’ from family
HOSPITAL patients are enjoying ‘virtual visits’ with family thanks to the kindness of staff at Coleg Cambria. The north east Wales college has donated iPads to Wrexham Maelor Hospital so relatives currently unable to physically visit the wards due to the Coronavirus pandemic can stay in contact with loved ones. Brian Laing, Informatics Project Manager…
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Questions in Quarantine – YouTube series has kept us talking in lockdown
Questions in Quarantine has been a welcome distraction in past weeks. I began recording interviews with clients, friends and collaborators as a way of keeping in touch and sharing their Coronavirus stories on YouTube and social media. The videos have been well received and gave the likes of Supertemps MD Sarah Ellwood, care consultant Sue…
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PetPlace unveils new safety video and cutting edge social distancing at Abergele store
PETPLACE has introduced cutting-edge social distancing and safety measures to ensure the wellbeing of its team and customers during the Coronavirus pandemic. The leading retailer – which has sites across North Wales – is the first in the UK to install Record FlowControl at its Abergele store, a revolutionary automated system which controls the numbers…
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Popular North Wales caravan firm makes a Beeline for safe summer reopening
ONE of North Wales’ fastest growing caravan firms is creating a buzz in the holiday sector. Launched two years ago, Beeline caravan traders and holiday lets has risen to become one of the most successful independent tourism firms in north west Wales. Employing up to 20 staff in Pwllheli, Beeline has become a one-stop-shop for…
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Coleg Cambria to host virtual open day for prospective students in lockdown
COLEG CAMBRIA is hosting a virtual open day for prospective students and parents to explore its cutting-edge facilities and the wide range of courses on offer. The college is currently closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, though further education institutions will begin a phased reopening in Wales for face-to-face teaching later this month. In the…
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Summer Start-Up week to support students and graduates with business ideas
A WEEK of virtual talks, workshops and seminars for students and graduates wanting to start a business will be launched on Monday (June 8). The Summer Start-Up week has been organised by colleges and universities across Wales, including Coleg Cambria. Six sessions across the five days will be hosted by Cambria partners and collaborators, including…
Read MoreInspired Eleanor pursues medical career thanks to Coleg Cambria work placements
A YOUNG student is pursuing her dream of a career in medicine thanks to the network of support offered by Coleg Cambria. Eleanor Holdsworth, from Gresford, has already completed a work experience placement at Wrexham Maelor Hospital and is lined up to spend time at Gobowen Hospital in Oswestry later this year. Currently studying A…
Read MoreColeg Cambria lecturers go extra mile to support frontline staff by making PPE
LECTURERS are working full time to produce hundreds of safety visors for frontline workers and care homes. Andy Peck, a Product Design lecturer at Coleg Cambria, and partner Mari Ball, who teaches Business Studies and Economics, have based themselves at the college’s £15m Deeside Sixth Form centre to manufacture PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to help…
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