Adult learning key to helping people into work
The Minister was marking the start of Adult Learners’ Week by visiting Kidzz Fun in Ystrad Mynach where Working Links, an organisation that helps socially excluded people maximise their potential, were holding an open day.
The soft play centre was open to families free of charge so that parents could meet...Read More »
Go ahead for £3.5m Data Innovation Accelerator
The new Data Innovation Accelerator (DIA) has been part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through the Welsh Government who are joining forces with Cardiff University to develop the project.
Its aim is to transfer data science and analytics knowledge from Cardiff University to Small to Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs)...Read More »
North Wales set to welcome the final stage of the OVO Energy Women’s Tour
In recent years North Wales has hosted the men’s OVO Energy Tour of Britain on four occasions, but this year will mark the first time that the world’s top female riders have had the chance to race in the area.
Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sport, Lord Elis-Thomas, who will attend...Read More »
Letter to Home Secretary - Scottish and Welsh Ministers outline concerns over EU Exit Settlement Scheme
In the letter, the 2 Cabinet Secretaries ask for devolved administrations to be fully consulted on the rules around settled status ahead of their publication. In addition, they also request an urgent meeting to discuss outstanding concerns on the EU Exit Settlement Scheme for EEA citizens.
Full text of the letter...Read More »
Speed restrictions to come into force to improve air quality and save lives in Wales
The measures are aimed at reducing levels of nitrogen dioxide where emissions have been found to exceed legal limits.
Poor air quality contributes to an estimated 2,000 deaths per year in Wales, with exposure affecting vulnerable population groups in particular. Gases such as nitrogen dioxide can increase the symptoms...Read More »