Bridgend town centre has been rejuvenated by pop-up shops and activities as part of the PopUp Wales initiative. Since launch, PopUp Wales has supported over 30 small businesses and 20 voluntary organisations. PopUp Wales is the first pop-up space initiative in South Wales. The project matches up temporary retail spaces with individuals and businesses who […]
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A local sewing shop in Bridgend has won Sew Magazine’s Best Independent Sewing Shop award for the second year in a row. Pink Scissors Fabric, who are based in Coity Road, have been running since 2014. Shop owner Suzanne Whelan began the business because of her passion for fabrics and sewing, bringing her hobby of […]
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An award-winning business school is returning to Bridgend County Borough, bringing their popular course to budding business owners across the county. The Rebel Business School, in partnership with Bridgend County Borough Council, will be delivering their popular course at the Halo Life Centre from the 20 – 24 March 2023. The free course will help […]
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The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) have announced that entries for the Small Business Awards 2023 are now open. The awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of small businesses and the self-employed across the UK and are free to enter for all. There are currently 12 categories and businesses can enter as many different ones […]
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The CCR Climate Coalition has gathered a list of energy saving advice for businesses. With temperatures rising across the globe, the CCR Climate Coalition have collaborated with the Welsh Government Energy Service and published a guide detailing low and no cost energy efficient solutions. The guide discusses ten practical steps which are proven to reduce […]
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A new coffee shop in Bridgend town centre has opened with the help of funding from Bridgend County Borough Council and UK Steel Enterprise. Coffee@12 in Derwen Road officially opened its doors on 8 September and are owned by husband and wife team Louise & Matthew Elston. After Louise realised her life-long ambition to run […]
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A salon based in Bridgend County Borough has won ‘Hair Salon of the Year’ at the Beauty Industry Awards. Dean Morgans Salon in Dunraven Place won the 5 Star Hair Salon of the Year at the second Beauty Industry Awards held in Cardiff. The salon was nominated for the award and also won the regional […]
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Venture Graduates are offering a free graduate recruitment and development service to help link graduates with businesses across South Wales. The programme is focused on giving university graduates a start to their chosen career and the ability to enhance their professional development. Businesses and graduates can sign up to the 12-month programme and will allow […]
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A Bridgend based STEM company has won STEM Education Programme of the Year at the Wales STEM Awards 2022. EESW-STEM Cymru, who are based in Waterton Industrial Estate, were recognised for their project which supports young people looking at starting a career in STEM. The independent charity aims to help young people link with industry […]
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The UK Government has updated their Energy Bills Support Factsheet and set out action to support businesses with their energy bills across the UK. The contents of the factsheet include: Support for households Support for businesses and non-domestic properties Reform to address long-term issues in the UK’s energy sector Other help and support available The […]
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