Showcase Your Business at the Green Economy Conference & Exhibition 2025
This isn’t just another event – it’s where South West Wales’ green ambitions take centre stage. It brings together businesses, community organisations and public sector leaders from across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire, all driving the transition to a cleaner, fairer, low-carbon future. This year’s key themes are local food, sustainable construction and renewable energy. 13th November at Swansea Building Society Arena. Find out more
Celebrating 25 years: A warm thank you to everyone who joined Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum at Haverhub for their anniversary event
On Friday 26th September, people gathered at Haverhub in Haverfordwest to mark 25 years of Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum. PCF also launched their brand-new Impact Report and Brochure, showcasing the difference collaboration has made and setting out their vision for the future. It was a warm, memorable day, made possible by the many people and organisations who have walked alongside PCF throughout their journey. Explore the Impact Report and Brochure
As we celebrate British Food Fortnight, it’s the perfect moment to talk about how NPT Food Partnership, a project hosted by 4theRegion, is now a member of Sustainable Food Places!
This means joining over 110 pioneering food partnerships across the UK, all working together to transform the food system – tackling food poverty, reducing waste, supporting local producers, and addressing the climate and nature emergency. If you’re interested in getting involved, would like to join our mailing list or want to find out more, please do get in touch NPTFood@4theRegion.org.uk. Find out more about the NPT Food Partnership and our activities
Boost Your Business in 2026 with Bespoke Calendars
It’s that time of year again! Get your 2026 calendars ready for gifting to clients and suppliers during December. BDP Wales can help with desk calendars, hanging calendars, wall planners (A3 to A0), and diaries. Don’t leave it to last minute, get in touch with Geoff who can give you a quote: geoff@bdp.wales
It’s British Food Fortnight – the perfect chance to shine a light on the amazing growers, makers, and producers right here in South West Wales!
At 4theRegion, food resilience is one of our big focus areas. Why? Because local food isn’t just delicious – it supports farmers and small businesses, strengthens communities, reduces environmental impact, keeps more money in the regional economy. We’d love to hear from you. Which local producers, cafés, or food businesses do you want to celebrate? Together, we can build a stronger, fairer, and more resilient food system for the future. Read more
Fairwood Park is delighted to share that Llewelyn Miller has accepted the position of Head Professional and will take up the role at the start of February 2026
Llewelyn, a PGA professional for over 11 years, brings a wealth of experience from his work and coaching at local clubs, including The Gower, Clyne, Pennard, Gowerton Driving Range, and Fairwood itself. Speaking of the appointment, Fairwood Managing Director Rhodri Evans said “It was natural that Llewelyn would move into this senior role, and we at Fairwood are fortunate to have him on board. We look forward to an exciting future under his leadership.”
Throwback to 2021
We brought people together from across South West Wales for a Regional Food Conference to ask: What’s needed to build a better food system? The outcomes were published in this report. As we mark British Food Fortnight, it’s a great time to reflect on how far we’ve come – and how much more we can achieve by working together.
Celebrating Amanda’s 2-Year Anniversary
Honestly, we don’t know what we’d do without her! From the moment she joined us as Events Assistant, Amanda has been integral to the team. She brings incredible organisation, meticulous attention to detail, and an endless supply of emails (she really is the Email Queen). We’re so lucky to have her in the 4theRegion family – here’s to many more years of events, emails, and excellence with Amanda! Read more
BDP Wales have a busy Autumn
Here are a few dates for your diary.
- 14th October – Welsh Business Show, swansea.com Stadium
- 15th October – She Thrives Summit, Llanerch Vineyard
- 13th November – Green Economy Conference, Swansea Buiding Society Arena
Your Career Starts Here
People are the core focus of JCP Solicitors, along with commitment to specialism and desire to be the leading experts in their fields. They are a business that puts people, clients and community at the heart of their decision making processes. Read more
What is customer experience and why does it matter?
For small businesses, these impressions matter. With limited resources and growing expectations, delivering a smooth, thoughtful customer experience can help build trust, encourage loyalty, and drive long-term growth. This article by the Development Bank of Wales explores what customer experience really means and why it’s worth investing in, even if you’re just starting out.
Careers at NPTC Group of Colleges
Would you like a rewarding career and to feel part of a family? Well, you can have all that and more at NPTC Group of Colleges. Here’s a list of their current vacancies. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to change your future – Apply Now!
Work with The CAE
The CAE are committed to empowering communities to overcome barriers and build successful futures in Wales. Their work is driven by passion, collaboration, and a deep commitment to equity and inclusion. Join them in shaping The Welsh Dream—where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Explore their current vacancies and become part of a team that is changing lives, strengthening communities, and driving systemic change.
IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing
The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course continues to be utilised globally as a positive mental health provider. The qualification provides intimate understanding of how to influence mental health and internal wellbeing in the right direction. It will provide managers with the practical advice and tools to help create a healthy and productive workplace. Apply online here
Want to make a difference?
Volunteer with Swansea MAD and help create positive change! Meet new people. Learn new skills. Support your community. 216 High Street, Swansea, SA1 1PE contact@madswansea.com 07961499012. Join them today!
Shift into High Gear!
Accelerate your career at Day’s Motor Group. Check out their open positions and apply today! Whether you are looking to start your career or have a wealth of experience and knowledge in your chosen profession, Day’s Motor Group have a range of full time and part time job opportunities in the car industry to suit most people. Find your new role today
Business in Focus looking for a Engagement & Operations Coordinator to join their team!
This exciting role will see you delivering and coordinating engagement activities and workshops, attending events like career fairs and exhibitions to inspire future entrepreneurs, and supporting clients to overcome barriers and achieve their entrepreneurial ambitions. Business in Focus value their people – that’s why they offer great benefits, flexible working practices, and ongoing learning opportunities. Ready to make an impact?
Realise your job potential
Looking for temporary work but not sure who to trust and sign up to? Give Acorn by Synergie a go
Have you utilised Swansea BID’s City Centre Jobs page yet?
With this brand new website page, you can quickly and easily share your job listing, reaching a vast and diverse audience. All you need to do is input your contact details and some information about the role, and Swansea BID will upload this to the site on your behalf. It’s as simple as that! Discover their jobs page here
Be part of a successful organisation
Pembrokeshire College is a well established further education college, employing over 500+ highly qualified and dedicated staff. They pride themselves on delivering first class education and training to over 13,000 learners at a vibrant campus in a beautiful county. Their diverse job opportunities offer flexibility in developing a career in areas ranging from teaching, coaching and management through to human resources, finance and IT. Read more
Vacancies at Bevan Buckland
Bevan Buckland are passionate about recruiting the best and providing a fantastic working environment. They are always looking for talented and ambitious people to join their ever-expanding firm. View their current job vacancies
Join Business in Focus
If you’re thinking about joining Business in Focus and want to make a difference to the people in Wales, you’ve come to the right place. Here they share with you how important the culture is to the organisation, along with the benefits and current roles they are looking to fill.
Future Lawyers. Training opportunities
Acuity Law recognise that their people are their greatest asset. They are committed to nurturing junior talent by offering a comprehensive and varied training programme for aspiring solicitors. With multiple pathways available, they provide opportunities tailored to different routes into the legal profession. Find out more
Why diversity and inclusion are key to business success in 2025
In 2025, businesses that lead with diversity and inclusion can set themselves apart from the competition. By embedding inclusive practices into your operations, you’re not just doing the right thing – you can unlock better financial results, greater innovation, and a stronger brand reputation. Read more in this blog from the Development Bank of Wales
Accelerate your career at the DVLA
At the DVLA we are dedicated to keeping the UK roads safe. With a team of over 6,000 talented professionals, we offer diverse career paths across various fields which include Human Resources, Estate management, Digital and Technology Services, Finance, Operations, Communications, Customer service, Commercial, and Policy. We are an award-winning agency and take pride in our work and people. We believe our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We recognise and reward excellent performance, celebrating the outstanding work the agency contributes to the country. Our Comprehensive employee benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing and career, empowering you to be the best version of yourself. Jumpstart your career today and explore your opportunities on gov.uk, Civil Service Careers and the DfT website. Search for current vacancies at the DVLA here.
Information and Advice Service Manager
Age Cymru West Glamorgan believe everyone deserves to age well and enjoy life. Their Information & Advice service is at the heart of this mission. The service is growing in reach, impact, and complexity. That’s why they’re now recruiting an Information & Advice Service Manager — a brand-new role that will provide the leadership, oversight and expertise the service needs to flourish into the future. Read more
Cyfoeth Y Coed C.I.C. – Volunteer Director
Cyfoeth Y Coed harvest unwanted produce, which they distribute to food banks and other food sharing groups in Swansea. They incorporated as a community interest company last year and are now looking to appoint additional volunteer directors. Get in on the ground and use your initiative, creativity and drive to shape their future and realise the enormous potential of Swansea’s hidden harvest! Contact Anna Williams for more information: cyfoeth2021@gmail.com
Job Opportunities and Working at Swansea University
Looking for a new job? Changing role? Interested in what Swansea University can offer you? A warm and welcoming University, they value people for their skills regardless of their background and are proudly named as a top employer in the annual Stonewall Equality Index. They know that people have commitments outside their job, so they provide a working environment that allows employees to achieve the right work/life balance. Read more
The Development Bank of Wales are hiring for a Investment Executive
The investment executive is responsible for sourcing and appraising applications for investments from the Development Bank of Wales investments funds, sourcing from both the early stage and the later stage development capital market. Investments can be structured into equity, loans or mezzanine or a combination of the above and will be targeted at technology based, IP rich, fast growth companies. Read more
Current Vacancies at Gower College Swansea
Your future starts here. Do you want to make a difference? Gower College Swansea’s mission is to inspire and support their learners to achieve their full potential through the delivery of the highest quality of education and training. By joining them at the College, you’ll become part of a team of highly committed and talented staff providing outstanding learning and training opportunities for young people, adults, and employers across South West Wales. Read more
Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Domiciliary Care and Support Services
Pembrokeshire Council invite you to submit a bid to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of domiciliary care and support services. The Hywel Dda University Health Board may call off goods and services in quantities and at such frequency as it determines appropriate and as such, the approximate Hywel Dda University Health Board contract value has been included within this notice. Read more
‘Nature’s back in town’ Project
The Countryside & Wildlife Team of Neath Port Talbot Council are delivering a green infrastructure strategy and engagement project. The project intends to gauge public opinion on delivering nature friendly designs within Port Talbot, and what the community want to see in their local green and urban spaces. This will lead to developing a green Infrastructure strategy, working to deliver cohesive nature friendly schemes across Neath Port Talbot. Read more
Tender for PV Installation for up to 100 Homes
This is a tender for PV installation for up to 100 individual Caredig Ltd properties. Read more
Tendering opportunities from Swansea Council
Swansea Council is looking for suitably qualified contractors to provide corporate cleaning services, 2 PHEV adapted panel vans, 4 4×2 18 tonne GVW chassis cab trucks with quick change body systems, 3 waste compactors for the household waste recycling centre, field survey and hydrodynamic computational modelling at Burry Inlet saltmarsh, and the supply and installation of PIV at Garden City.
Expression of Interest: Property Improvement Works Framework
Caredig Ltd are seeking expressions of interest from experienced contractors to carry out improvement works on residential properties. The aim is to bring properties up to our required standards, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with relevant regulations. Read more
Dynamic Purchasing System for Drainage Investigations and CCTV Surveys – ON-GOING APPLICATION
This contract notice from Carmarthenshire Council is to inform the market that the dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for the provision of drainage investigations and CCTV surveys has been extended for one year until 30th November 2025, in accordance with the DPS agreement and original tender documentation. Read more
Translation and Support Services
The Development Bank of Wales are looking for experienced translators to provide ad hoc services for their English language content to be translated into Welsh. They are looking to appoint a minimum of 2 suppliers on a call off basis. Read more
Street Homeless Support Service
This tender from Pembrokeshire Council is for the provision of a street homeless service. The service will work to relieve roughsleeping, providing relevant advice, support and guidance, improving pathways and access to suitable accommodation includingemergency shelters activated during severe weather emergencies. The service will include assertive outreach, drop-in/in-reach and the provision of a severe weather emergency shelter. Read more
Print and Signage Framework 2026
Carmarthenshire Council wishes to commission supplier(s) on a framework basis, to supply print and promotional signage materials and services. The open framework will operate for a maximum term of eight years from the commencement date. Read more
Provision of DBS & Digital Right to Work Checks
Pobl Group intends to establish a contract with a suitably qualified and experienced provider for the provision of disclosure and barring service (DBS) and digital right to work (DRTW) checks based on the most advantageous tender. Read more
Dynamic Purchasing System for the Supply of Arboricultural Works on Trees Affected by Ash Dieback and Other Health Related Issues – ON-GOING APPLICATIONS
This contract notice is to inform the market that the dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for the supply of services relating to ash dieback and other tree felling works has been extended for one year, until 8th November 2025, in accordance with the DPS agreement and original tender documentation. Read more
Transitional Supported Accommodation For Young People
Neath Port Talbot Council invites tenders for the provision of a transitional supported accommodation service for young people aged 16 to 24, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026. This service will provide 24-hour staffed support at a fixed location, accommodating up to five young people at any one time. Read more
Period Dignity Products Framework
Carmarthenshire Council are looking to establish a framework to deliver its period dignity programme to communities and schools. The period dignity programme aims to ensure there is a dignified way of accessing free of charge period products for those who menstruate within education and those from low-income households in Carmarthenshire local authority area in the most practical and dignified way possible. Read more
Tender for PV Installation at Princess of Wales Court
This tender from Caredig Ltd is for PV installation for 74 flats and communal facilities at Princess of Wales Court. Read more
Provision of Families First Early Intervention & Prevention Services for Children, Young People & Families
Neath Port Talbot Council invite tenders from suitably experienced and capable providers for the provision of families first early intervention and prevention services for children, young people and families as part of the Welsh Government Families First programme delivery in Neath Port Talbot. Read more
First Aid Training Framework
Carmarthenshire Council seek to establish a framework for the delivery of first aid training courses, including paediatric emergency first aid at work (one day), first aid at work (three day), and emergency first aid at work (one day), including where required a range of specialist content such as anaphylaxis management, catastrophic bleeding management, and choking rescue techniques. Read more
SWTRA Highways & Structures Framework 2027
Neath Port Talbot Council/SWTRA are proposing to undertake the procurement of an NEC4 framework to appoint civil engineering contractors to carry out a range of highway related construction and surfacing services in connection with the management and maintenance of the South Wales trunk road agent area. Read more
Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services
Pembrokeshire Council, and on behalf of the Hywel Dda University Health Board are issuing a tender for a Dynamic Purchasing System for supported living services comprising of both community and household care and support. The approximate Hywel Dda University Health Board contract value and approximate Housing Related Support Grant contract value has been included within this notice. Read more
Swansea’s Grand Hotel set for £35m transformation with rooftop bar and 55 new bedrooms
The Grand Hotel, which stands opposite Swansea railway station, has been a familiar sight for generations of travellers arriving in the city. Built in the 1930s, the hotel has seen Swansea through wartime, post‑industrial decline and more recent regeneration. It underwent a significant refurbishment in 2004, but this latest project is by far the most ambitious in its history. Read more
First look inside refurbished Swansea arts centre
The Pontardawe Arts Centre will soon open the doors to its new 74 seat cinema and café bar which has been built alongside a redesigned ticket office area and foyer. The building is well known as a cultural hub in the Swansea Valley area for its traditional theatre that hosts a range of events. The £2 million upgrade, which includes the new cinema built, was designed to improve the centre‘s facilities and enable it to show the latest Hollywood blockbusters. Read more
Swansea amphitheatre set for transformation with striking stage canopy
Contractors Andrew Scott have started work on a stunning makeover for the outdoor amphitheatre that will make it a landmark city centre music and entertainment destination. Improvements to the steps, new handrails and a mains power supply have all been fitted at the much-loved venue opposite the LC in Swansea. Now work has started on a new eye-catching stage canopy that will see the venue transformed for performers and audiences alike. Read more
Port Talbot pub could be demolished and turned into flats
The proposals submitted by Asbri Planning in September could eventually see the former Red Dragon pub in Moorland Road, Sandfields, demolished to make way for 22 flats. If given the go-ahead by council bosses they would be made up of of 16 one-bedroom flats along with six two-bedroom flats and 23 parking spaces. The application adds these units would be used as 100% affordable housing and would be managed by a registered social landlord. Read more
UK Government has announced more gigabit connectivity investment
Rob Stewart, Chair of the Swansea Bay City Deal’s Joint Committee, said “This is fantastic news for the rural communities in our region who will benefit from this UK Government investment. The Swansea Bay City Deal is fully supportive of initiatives that directly better the lives of people and businesses and this is a great example of how investment into digital infrastructure can provide more opportunities both socially and economically to communities, who would have otherwise been left behind.” Read more
Full Fibre at Margam Park Improves Visitor Experience
Improved broadband marks a new digital era for the attraction, bringing more opportunities for visitors and local residents. The Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme has finished building a full fibre broadband network at Margam Park. This major upgrade represents an investment of about £150,000 in the local attraction. Thanks to this fast and reliable broadband, the park can now host large events without internet problems. Read more
Canolfan Pentre Awel to open its doors to the public
Canolfan Pentre Awel, led by Carmarthenshire County Council, the landmark development in Llanelli, will open its doors to the public on 15 October 2025. This development which is part of the Swansea Bay City Deals portfolio of projects, is the first of its kind in Wales. It brings together the private, public and third sector all under one roof, all designed to improve health and wellbeing, boost the economy and support people at all stages of life. Read more
New Swansea initiative launches to attract UK and global investment
Swansea is opening its doors wider than ever to investors with the launch of Invest in Swansea – a new initiative designed to drive economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen the city’s position as a hub for innovation, regeneration and opportunity. Backed by Swansea Council and the Swansea BID, the initiative features a dedicated, user-friendly website – aimed at streamlining the investment process for businesses and entrepreneurs across the UK and overseas. Read more
Rundown town centre building transformed into high-end restaurant and café
When Sian Woodhead sold her popular Carmarthen café in 2017 she would never have believed that in just a few years’ time she would be buying it back and opening what she hopes will be a destination food spot in her hometown. Hiraeth is a powerful thing in this part of the world and for Sian the pull of coming back to a building close to her heart was too strong. Read more
Council leader hails community resilience on anniversary of blast furnace closure
One year on from the shutdown of Port Talbot’s blast furnace, the Leader of Neath Port Talbot Council has hailed the community’s response and is reminding affected people and businesses of the support available. Neath Port Talbot Council has played a central role in delivering the UK Government’s £80 million support programme established to address the widely-felt impact of the changes at Tata Steel UK. Read more
Luxury Swansea hotel group teams up with food supplier to champion Welsh produce
A Swansea hotel group crowned the city’s best place to stay has struck a deal with a Welsh food supplier – keeping local produce firmly on the menu. The Morgans Collection, which runs the Morgans Hotel alongside Morgans Townhouse and The Georgian Swansea has signed up with Harlech Foodservice to stock its kitchens with homegrown ingredients. Read more
Family delicatessen brings wholesome and organic produce from across Wales to Neath town centre with Development Bank support
Neath Deli, opened by Chris and Rosana Cundill, stocks a range of produce including meat, poultry, charcuterie, dairy, vegetables, preserves and drinks. As well as stocking artisan food from Welsh producers, Neath Deli also sells produce made in-house within their own butchery and kitchens as well as freshly-made sandwiches and soups in its mezzanine café. Neath Deli follows the success of an earlier Cundill family business, Rosa’s Bakery. Read more
Market Tavern, Haverfordwest, opens its doors to the public
A new bar, providing a cosy home from home to delighted locals and visitors, has opened its doors. It is an offshoot of the successful Core of the Poodle record shop and brewery and is located behind the business, with a separate entrance. It came into being after Core of the Poodle owner Malcolm Herbert and wife Cheryl stared to put on popular jazz nights at the record shop, where regulars could also sample some of Malcolm’s locally produced beer. Read more
Bake Off star opens third bakery in Wales ‘where the food and coffee is everything’
After a successful launch in Llanelli followed by its entry to Swansea, St Hugo Bakery, owned by Bake Off star Benjamin Condé has opened another branch in Swansea’s uplands bringing in more flavours from France to Wales’ second city. Benjamin said: “They’re loving the autumnal menu — the pumpkin spice, the pecan and maple pain au chocolat. They’re absolutely adoring everything about it.” Read more
Swansea experts awarded £1.2 million for test that could transform stroke care
The test aims to measure blood clot breakdown, which is useful for better understanding the underlying mechanisms and thereby helping clinicians further understand how clot-busting drugs work on individual clots. It could also create opportunities to work with pharmaceutical companies to develop improved medicines, as the test may accurately predict how well their drugs worked. Read more
Researchers take steps to put Wales on the physical activity map
The Welsh Institute of Physical Activity, Health and Sport (WIPAHS), through a team led by Swansea University researchers, has developed Wales’ 2025 GoPA! Country Card—a key snapshot of the nation’s movement trends, revealing an increase in physical activity among adults. Compared to 2020, which reported a 53% rate of physical activity among adults in Wales, the 2025 card shows a slight but notable increase to 55%. Read more
From Swansea to New York: Welsh Expertise on Indoor Environmental Quality Goes Global at United Nations General Assembly
Raven Delta Group (RDG) and Health & Wellbeing 360 (HWB360), the consultancy specialising in improving environmental quality for better health outcomes, have represented Wales on the global stage at events linked to the UN General Assembly on indoor air quality. RDG’s Group CEO David Kieft and HWB360’s CEO Dr Phil Webb signed the Global Pledge, a landmark commitment recognising clean indoor air as a fundamental public health priority. Read more
Planning Secured for Pembroke Dock FLOW Base
Plans to create a dedicated floating offshore wind (FLOW) storage compound have been approved by Pembrokeshire County Council, marking the next step in the multi-phased transformation of Pembroke Dock into a world-class renewables hub. The next stage of development at Pembroke Dock by the Port of Milford Haven will prepare the site to support the roll-out of FLOW in the Celtic Sea. Read more
Plans approved for new Swansea community-led manufacturing facility
A social enterprise has secured permission for ambitious £6million plans at Crofty on the Gower. Down to Earth has received full planning approval for its most ambitious project to date – an eye-catching manufacturing facility at Crofty Industrial Estate, by the Burry Inlet. Known as Haus Hwb, it will be a flagship community-led manufacturing and training facility, allowing people to design and construct homes using timber and natural materials. Read more
Free arts festival brings colour and creativity to Swansea this weekend
Swansea is all set for a brilliant, colourful and free weekend of top class art exhibitions, events and much more besides. October 11 and 12 will see a packed line-up of free events taking place in venues across the city in a vibrant two-day celebration of local, national and international talent headlined by Michael Sheen and Russell T Davies. Read more
Vintage railway line offers beautiful and ‘spooky’ Halloween journey
A vintage railway line in Carmarthenshire is offering families a special train trip on the days leading up to and including Halloween which will be “complete with beautiful, dazzling lights, ghosts and ghouls”. Gwili Railway’s ‘Halloween Lights of the Valley’ journeys take place on October 29 at 4pm and 6.15pm, October 30 at 11.30am, 4pm and 6.15pm, and on Halloween itself, October 31, at 4pm and 6.15pm. Read more
11 Halloween 2025 events in Swansea for both young and old
Halloween is nearly upon us, with ghostly and ghoulish events being organised all across Wales to make the most of the spookiest time of the year. And Swansea is no different, with plans across the city catered to both young and old. These include live music events, late-night parties in city centre venues, plenty of kids’ parties and spectacular events in historic locations as people don their best outfits and make the most of this year’s festivities. Read more
Free pumpkin patch on the Welsh coast with incredible picture opportunities
Since Gower Fresh held their first-ever pick your own pumpkin event in 2018, thousands of visitors have got their festive fix, soaking in the atmosphere of pumpkin fields and gorgeous photo opportunities. The farm, at Poundffald Farm, Three Crosses in Swansea, is now open to pick up your own pumpkins, with the event running until the end of the month (subject to availability). The best part is this year it is free to enter as long as you purchase a pumpkin. Read more
Swansea Christmas market and Waterfront Wonderland dates confirmed for 2025
The Swansea Christmas market and Waterfront Wonderland dates have been confirmed, so this might be music to your ears if you’re looking to get some Christmassy dates in the diary. The Swansea Waterfront Wonderland will run from November 21 2025 to January 4 2026. The city centre Christmas markets will run from November 29 to December 22. And the Swansea Victorian Christmas Fayre is scheduled for November 20 to November 23. Read more
Two stunning Welsh beaches in new top 10 list of UK’s coastal gems
A new study, based on Tripadvisor reviews, has determined the best UK beaches to visit this autumn and Wales features prominently. Two seaside locations in South West Wales feature in the top 10 of the best beaches for an autumnal break. Marloes Sands Beach ranks fourth among the UK’s highest-rated beaches, with over 88% of Tripadvisor reviews awarding it five stars, while Rhossili Bay in Gower ranked in eight on the list. Read more
New ‘Skills for the Workplace’ Project to Power South West Wales Workforce
Through Swansea Bay City Deal funding, Gower College Swansea, NPTC Group of Colleges, Coleg Sir Gar, Pembrokeshire College and the Regional Learning and Skills Partnership are working together to offer a wide range of heavily subsidised courses in key sectors including advanced and smart manufacturing, engineering, energy and net zero carbon, health and social care, digital and ICT, and construction. Find out more
Swansea awarded University of Sanctuary status for supporting those fleeing conflict
Swansea University has been awarded University of Sanctuary status for the welcome and support it offers to people displaced from their homes by conflict. The award highlights initiatives such as the University’s Sanctuary Scholarships and a partnership with Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University in Ukraine, which has enabled 53 Ukrainian students to undertake study visits to Swansea. Read more
Award-winning Shared Apprentice scheme celebrates over 1,000 apprentices with landmark event at former Royal Estate
Cyfle Building Skills are incredibly proud and overjoyed to be able to celebrate a major milestone – having supported and nurtured over 1,000 apprentices through our award-winning Shared Apprenticeship Scheme – with a special event held at the prestigious Llwynywermod Estate, the former Welsh residence of King Charles. The event brought together apprentices past and present, industry leaders, training providers, and employers from across South West Wales. Read more
Swansea professor appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society has appointed Swansea University’s Amira Guirguis as its new Chief Scientist. Professor Guirguis, an accomplished pharmacist independent prescriber and internationally recognised expert in substance misuse, medicines safety, and pharmaceutical science, brings a wealth of experience to the prestigious role. Read more
Rain-battered college entrance to be demolished as part of ‘first in Wales’ plan
Plans to modernise Pembrokeshire College in Haverfordwest with a much-needed new entrance and a pioneering virtual training suite have been given the green light. The application, submitted to Pembrokeshire County Council by Merlins Bridge-based Pembrokeshire College via Powell Dobson Architects, proposed the demolition of the existing entrance and its replacement with a two-storey structure housing specialist teaching spaces. Read more