Pilot project vision to unify optometry services for future of eyecare in Wales
A UNIFIED approach to optometry will be the future of eye-care in Wales. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has been selected to pilot a new cluster programme focused on further strengthening primary eye care services nationally. With more than 30 years’ experience in the sector, former Southeast Wales Regional Optical Committee Chair Ian Jones…
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Production at £20m cheese factory to begin this summer
THE opening of a revolutionary £20m cheese factory will have a major impact on the Welsh dairy industry for generations to come. Lesley Griffiths MS, Minister for Rural Affairs, North Wales and Trefnydd paid a visit to Mona Island Dairy on Anglesey and was delighted to see progress made ahead of its unveiling in the…
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GE Tools powers successful Rhyl Skills Olympics for students
A PROMINENT industrial supplier unveiled plans for post-pandemic growth at a popular Skills Olympics. Organised by GE Tools in partnership with Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl, more than 60 students competed in myriad disciplines including Vehicle Body Repair (VBR), Hair and Beauty, Health and Social Care, Services and Repair, and Carpentry. The event was a huge success…
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Innovative new biofactory to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions
AN INNOVATIVE biofactory will support Welsh farmers in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The striking anaerobic digestion system was unveiled by Biofactory Energy and Coleg Cambria Llysfasi, supported by Ambition North Wales. It is one of three low-carbon initiatives jointly funded by a £500,000 grant from Welsh Government via its Whole System Business Research Innovation for…
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Mackenzie Jones unveils expansion plans in landmark anniversary year
AN ACCLAIMED law firm unveiled plans for post-pandemic growth after taking on new staff and celebrating its 21st anniversary. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors has been a mainstay on St Asaph Business Park since 2000, rising from three to 24 employees and gaining prominence for delivering high quality personal and commercial legal services while holding prestigious accreditations including Lexcel,…
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Community called upon to cultivate ideas for Clock Tower site
THE team behind a £5.2m clocktower redevelopment are calling on their community to cultivate creative ideas for a 13-acre garden project. Enbarr Foundation director Vicki Roskams and fellow ‘Guardians’ of the Grade II-listed John Summers Clock Tower in Deeside are one of two organisations in Wales to receive funding to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. They…
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ION Leadership graduates celebrate success with celebrity guests
BUSINESS owners and managers were celebrated at a virtual graduation ceremony. Hosted by Bangor Business School, the online event marked the success of more than 35 learners on the ION Leadership ILM Level 5 Leading Growth and ILM Level 3 New Leaders programmes. Honorary Fellows and celebrity well-wishers including singer Beverley Knight, former Wales rugby…
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Awards success for Mold businesses as town centre continues to thrive
MOLD businesses are celebrating success in a series of national award ceremonies. Organisations have enjoyed a prosperous year with a glut of nominations in a wide range of industry competitions. And there is the opportunity to achieve even more this Spring as voting is open for this year’s Mold Community Awards, which acknowledge the outstanding…
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New ultrasound clinic will help alleviate lengthy waiting times in North Wales
A NEW independent ultrasound clinic will help alleviate lengthy waiting times and ease pressure on GPs, physiotherapists and hospital staff in North Wales. After more than five years living and working in Australia, Dr Tom Constantine has moved back to the UK and opened a diagnostics company in his hometown of Colwyn Bay. Employing local…
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Cautious welcome for VAT cuts as solar firm enjoys Spring sales surge
A SHINING light in the solar industry has given green energy tax cuts a watchful welcome and revealed customer demand will lead to further growth in the coming months. Chancellor Rishi Sunak slashed the VAT on renewable options such as solar panels, insulation, and heat pumps to zero during his Spring statement, saving homeowners a…
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