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VR Simulator deployed to launch Welsh construction careers
Training experts from local homes developer Lovell used a virtual reality simulator to open up the world of construction for students attending one of South Wales’ largest careers events. The Skills Cymru event, held at Cardiff’s Motorpoint Arena, gave Year 11 students the opportunity to meet members of the Lovell team and try their hand […]
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Deeside
Education
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North Wales
Sport
Welsh Rugby teammates reunite for children's charity
NSPCC ambassador Sam Warburton was joined by past teammates George North and Ryan Jones at the college’s Deeside Sixth Form Centre last night (Wednesday). And former Wales scrum half Rupert Moon was auctioneer on an incredible evening hosted by BBC broadcaster Jason Mohammad, where more than £25,000 was raised. Over 200 guests enjoyed a Q&A […]
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North Wales
Transport
£80M Traffic Scheme to tackle North Wales Roads
An £80M transport scheme will target heavy traffic at peak times on the most congested roads in North Wales. As part of the North Wales Growth Bid, the programme aims to improve connectivity, reduce carbon footprint and complement Welsh Government investment in the region’s road and rail networks. A series of projects would be introduced […]
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South Wales
Swansea
Swansea Building Society firms up plans to open new Swansea City Centre branch
Swansea Building Society is closer to opening a new branch in Swansea City Centre, the company has confirmed. The Society has successfully negotiated planning permission for a new Swansea branch at 1-4 Portland Street, Swansea, which is due to open during the first week of January 2019. The new retail branch will complement the Society’s other […]
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Deeside
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North Wales
Training
BEATS helps students prepare for a career in construction
Coleg Cambria and top housing developers are building relations with school pupils in a bid to encourage them to pursue a career in construction. The college hosted the newly launched BEATS (Built Environment Aspiring Technical Students) event at its £10m Bersham Road engineering complex in Wrexham on Friday. Organised in partnership with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), more than 100 secondary school […]
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Welsh sport stars tee off for Sony UK TEC’s 25th anniversary golf day
Welsh sports stars Ieuan Evans and John Devereux are among the famous faces who have tee’d off for a charity golf tournament celebrating Sony UK Technology Centre’s 25th anniversary. Former Welsh rugby captain and International Rugby Hall of Famer Evans and former dual-code rugby league and Welsh international union player Devereux, were joined by Golf […]
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HR
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West Wales
Welsh Job hunters 'barking mad' for pet food roles
Kidwelly-based Burns Pet Nutrition has earned a reputation as one of the top companies to work for in West Wales, with prospective candidates regularly mailing CVs through staff letterboxes in a bid to secure a position. The family run pet food manufacturer is making a name for itself as a leading employer thanks to its […]
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Deeside
Education
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North Wales
Coleg Cambria unveils largest WorldSkills team in Wales ahead of UK competition
Coleg Cambria has unveiled the largest cohort of WorldSkills students in Wales thanks to its prominent industry links and business partnerships. The college has a growing reputation in the competition and strengthened that further this week by unveiling its 20-strong group for the WorldSkills UK finals, to be held at the NEC Birmingham in November. […]
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Ed Sheeran tops the charts for first dances at Welsh weddings
Ed Sheeran topped the list of most popular first dances at Welsh weddings in 2018, occupying both the number one and number two spots for brides and grooms taking their first spin on the dancefloor this year with his hits ‘Perfect’ and ‘Thinking Out Loud’. One of the world’s biggest music stars, Ed was the first artist to […]
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Cardiff
News
Which? opens Cardiff office
Which? officially opened its doors for business in the capital of Wales last week at an event attended by local politicians, senior management, and new team members. The new office will act as the national Member Services Centre and is a key part of Which?’s continued commitment to providing exceptional customer service. The office will […]
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