The Welsh Government sold its early stake in life sciences firm Verona Pharma for a modest profit, missing out on a potential £2bn windfall when Merck bought the company for $10bn. A story of patient capital lost.
Property investor Develop North aims to raise £58m, targeting £300m in assets under management to drive regeneration and job creation in the North East. Read the full strategy.
The Labour Government's new Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces the Household Support Fund in April 2026. Learn about eligibility, payments, and how to access support.
RICS survey reveals Welsh surveyors predict a surge in home sales and rising prices for Q1 2026. Discover the key drivers behind this positive forecast.
A seven-figure investment from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II has enabled a management buyout at Gateshead IT firm Advantex, securing 70 jobs and driving recruitment. Read more about this regional growth story.
A £10.4m project to transform Anglesey's former Amlwch Marine Terminal Building and create new business units has been approved, set to create 95 jobs and deliver a £33.9m economic boost. Read the full details.
Santander is paying up to £150 cashback directly into bank accounts for eligible customers who take out a life insurance policy. Find out if you qualify.
Santander bank is offering customers up to £150 cashback for taking out a life insurance policy. The offer, provided via Aviva, aims to help families secure financial protection.
Lord's Taverners Wales' annual Christmas Lunches raised a record £43,000 for youth cricket and disability sports. Over 540 guests attended the Cardiff events, funding vital programmes across Wales.
New Knight Frank research reveals a sharp drop in large industrial take-up in Wales for 2025, driven by a critical shortage of modern Grade A space. Discover the market trends and future developments.
Bronnie Ware spent eight years caring for the terminally ill. Discover the most common deathbed regrets and how to live a life with fewer of them.
Santander launches a £100 cashback incentive for customers taking out new life insurance in January. Select customers could get £150. Terms apply.
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
Barclays research reveals the Labour Autumn Budget has provided clarity for 42% of UK firms, spurring investment in AI and cybersecurity. Discover the key findings and business sentiment.
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
A look at the UK's most dangerous criminals serving whole life orders, from Lucy Letby to Rose West, who will never be released. Discover the crimes that earned them Britain's most severe sentence.
The Junior Tour of Wales is rebranded as The John Richards Junior Tour for 2026. The three-day cycling event will feature new stages in Mid Wales, acting as a key launchpad for future stars.
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
Malvern Theatres is set for a landmark £20 million redevelopment in 2026, funded by the government's Levelling Up Fund. The project will deliver a new studio theatre, improved accessibility, and a community amphitheatre. Read more about this exciting cult
Whitehaven-based startup ScrubMarine has raised over $1m in pre-seed funding to develop its autonomous 'Turtle and Whale' robot system for cleaning ship hulls, tackling biofouling and cutting emissions.
Gateshead's NEL Fund Managers celebrates a record 2025, backing 34 regional SMEs from EV charging to IT. Discover how NPIF II funding is driving growth and jobs across the North East.
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.
A public consultation has begun for the proposed Foel Fach Wind Farm near Bala. The 72MW project could power 68,000 homes and features an £8,000/MW community fund. Have your say by February 9th.
Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.
Analysis reveals the true economic value of £16bn in projects showcased at the Wales Investment Summit may be far lower, highlighting the need for a focus on home-grown firms.
Northern mayors announce the Great North Investment Summit in Leeds for May 2026, aiming to attract global investors and add over £100bn to the UK economy. A landmark event for the region's future.
Former Loose Women star Andrea McLean tearfully reveals how a near-fatal health battle led her to sell everything and start a new life in Spain with her husband. Read her emotional story.
Join Lauren Eddie in remembering her nannie through North Devon Hospice's Light Up a Life appeal. Dedicate a star, attend a free concert on Dec 18, and support vital hospice care.
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.