News : Wales

On-line CRB Registration at Ambition 24hours Nursing Agency for Jobs

11/15/2011 10:39 AM EST - rea-tma marketing

For CRB registration, agency nurses and HCA staff registered with the Ambition 24hours, and working in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland can now apply for and renew their Criminal Records Bureau checks online. It is the latest application update by the IT development team at the agency, which also features on-line work diaries, automatic notification of compliance...

Europe unites against discrimination in football

10/18/2011 11:46 AM EST - FARE Network

Football People action weeks are biggest social project in sport
One of the biggest social projects in sport kicked off yesterday (Wednesday 12 October), heralding action in 40 European countries over the next two weeks with support from UEFA President Michel Platini.

The Football People Action Weeks will feature activities in football by fans, community groups, players, clubs and local authorities in a...

Pathways to Apprenticeships

9/26/2011 5:15 AM EST - Lantra

For immediate release:

Undecided what to do after your GCSEs? Have you considered participating in the new Pathways to Apprenticeship programme, a one year programme combining college study with valuable work experience in agriculture, horticulture or floristry?

Built to prepare young people for an Advanced Apprenticeship, the Pathways to Apprenticeship Programme (PTA) is unique because it requires strong links...

The Search is on for Wales’ Top Learners

9/22/2011 3:38 AM EST - Lantra

For Immediate Release

The most exceptional and inspiring learners in Wales’ land-based and environmental industries are needed to compete for cash prizes and training vouchers in Lantra’s Land-based Learner of the Year Awards.

Lantra, the UK Sector Skills Council supporting land-based and environmental industries is inviting employers, trade associations and training providers across Wales to put forward...

An Elegant, Understated Voyage of Guilt And Desire in New Film, “Bubbles”

9/8/2011 3:00 AM EST - Firefly PR

Leyla Pope is carving her niche in a heavily male dominated industry, winning the respect of her peers for her intelligent, calm handling of all processes in film. Her new film, "Bubbles", delves deep beyond the facades of relationships, prying into subconscious desires and buried feelings. Leaving her audience literally charged by the emotional journey.
Just as the novels of Jane Austen dissected and explored...

Third of Welsh rugby fans would give up sex for World Cup victory

9/7/2011 6:05 AM EST - The Bluebeard's Revenge

65% willing to do housework for a year, while 67% would turn down Charlotte Church for World Cup success
Welsh rugby fans are so desperate to see the national team win the World Cup that a staggering 33% would give up sex for a year, if it meant winning.
Well that’s according to a joint survey by leading men’s grooming brand The Bluebeards Revenge and popular shaving retailer The Shaving Shack.
And 65% are so...

Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants

Consultation Underway to develop an Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants in a V...

9/5/2011 10:36 AM EST - Lantra

For immediate release

Veterinary practices across the UK have until 30 September 2011 to participate in a consultation, organised by Lantra, focusing on the proposed development of a new Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for support and auxiliary staff in veterinary practice.

Practices can get involved by taking part in the online survey, which will help decide whether there is sufficient evidence...

£400 Available for Wales’ Land Girls

8/31/2011 10:11 AM EST - Lantra

A £400 training grant is available to women working in Wales’ land-based industries from Lantra’s Women and Work 2011-12 Funding Project.

Over the past four years this project has proven successful in England, where it has helped 1,212 businesses and 3,250 women increase their skills in industries where women are under-represented. Because of the positive impact, Lantra has extended the funding UK-wide, so women...

California's Central Coastline near Cambria, CA

A Traveler's Library Catches Up With Author Mara Purl About Cambria, California ...

8/17/2011 1:58 PM EST - Mara Purl

Thanks so much, Mara. I urge readers to take a look at your web site and learn more about your many talents, and particularly more about your books set in Cambria. Although I’ve been through Cambria, I’ve never stayed for long. You’ve made me rethink that! - A Traveler's Library
Interview: Author, Actress, Musician

pen4hire on August 17th,...

The British Association of Mixed Martial Arts (BAMMA) Introduce Their First Ever...

8/11/2011 5:11 AM EST - BAMMA

It's Wales vs England as Armed Forces soldier Jack Marshman takes on Manchester's Carl Noon at BAMMA 7 for the vacant title.
London, England – Thursday August 10th, 2011 – Europe’s largest and most prominent Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion, The British Association of Mixed Martial Arts (BAMMA), announced today that they have introduced their first ever British Title with a...

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