On Tuesday 01 September 2015, CTC Cymru, Open MTB, Welsh Cycling and British Cycling applauded the Welsh Government’s proposal to adopt similar rules on access to the countryside as those enjoyed in Scotland, and is calling on all outdoor enthusiasts to support their campaign Trails for Wales, which they can do at www.ctc.org.uk/campaign/trails-wales Trails for Wales is the rallying cry for the UK’s leading cycle bodies as they respond to the Welsh Government’s consultation “Improving opportunities to access the outdoors for…

Barry Manilow has announced that he is going to “hit the road” and perform concerts across the world ONE LAST TIME!  The music legend launched his multi-city ONE LAST TIME! Tour earlier this year in North America and is now headed to the UK starting June 11th at the Leeds Arena, with shows in Newcastle, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff and finishes at London’s The O2 Arena on June 23rd. With his band of 13 musicians and singers, Manilow said, “We had a great time putting the show…

Top cycling brands are lining up to support CTC, the national cycling charity, and Open MTB’s campaign Trails for Wales. Cube, Giant, Greenover Sports, Howies, Raleigh, Silverfish, Storck, Swift Carbon, Trek, and Whyte have all just announced their support for the campaign, as it is reported the Welsh Government consultation into open access has received more responses from cyclists than any other interest group. Trails for Wales is the rallying cry for the UK’s leading cycle bodies as they respond to the…

A huge campaign from thousands of 38 Degrees members in Cardiff has forced the Las Iguanas restaurant in Cardiff to cave to public pressure and stop cheating its workers out of tips.  The Las Iguanas chain with a restaurant in the Mermaid Quay was forcing staff to pay back hard-earned cash at the end of each shift – and taking the money for the company instead.  2136 of Cardiff locals joined the campaign and put pressure on the restaurant by calling  radio phone-ins, calling and emailing the company, and writing on…

Clean Heels, the multi-purpose heel stoppers that prevent women from sinking into soft ground when they walk in heels outdoors, are the ultimate gifts this Christmas. At under £5 a pair, the genius accessories make the ultimate stocking filler or Secret Santa present. Clean Heels make walking in heels easier and more comfortable; thanks to the rubber base which increases support and allowing better balance. The tiny heel stoppers, which are available in clear or black, are also popular for…

If you’re looking for a flatter tummy, or you want to shift some weight from your middle, then here are some tips that will help you torch your unwanted belly fat: 1.      Keep carbohydrates unprocessed and only eat them post-exercise Avoid carbohydrates that are refined i.e. white bread and pasta as these enter your blood stream much faster. They are also absorbed very quickly, and cause an insulin spike followed by a dip in energy (imagine eating a white baguette…

“Things as certain as death and taxes, can be more firmly believ’d” Daniel Defoe, The Political History Of The Devil, 1726 In the same way that death and taxes can be firmly believed, so can the fact that we are all getting older. Exercise and proper nutrition are not the panacea to stop the ageing process – nor are they the recipe for the fountain of youth.  However, exercise and proper nutrition are a brilliant ‘prevention strategy’ to help delay…

A Pontypool woman has been chosen as a finalist in the search for Britain’s Top Real Role Model (BTRRM) – an initiative run by leading direct selling business, Amway UK Ltd.  Grace Quantock, from Pontypool could win £5,000 to invest into her business and benefit from the prestigious accolade of Britain’s Top Real Role Model 2015.  Budding entrepreneurs who set up a business inspired by a hobby or a passion of theirs were invited to enter the competition, which launched…

Many people re train to become a Complementary Therapist, from Massage to Aromatherapy. Being good at our new found role, doesn’t make us particularly good at selling ourselves or our services. Clients will need to know you exist in the first place, and this is where marketing comes in handy. Here is a list of promotional activities to consider. 1. Make use of ‘social networking’ sites, these are free and can get you noticed. You can post articles/blogs, show promotional…

Halifax colleagues presented George Thomas Hospice Care in Cardiff with a cheque for £5,753 which was raised at the Big Lunch event at the beginning of June. On Sunday 7 June Halifax branches from across Cardiff came together to hold a Big Lunch and help bring the community together. The Big Lunch was held at the George Thomas Hospice Care’s annual raft race, with Halifax colleagues running a BBQ and stalls for spectators and competitors. Halifax also entered a team…