A TRANSPORT group backing the controversial plans to build a new M4 relief road is pushing for construction to start sooner rather than later. From South Wales Argus
Relatives of elderly people in care or nursing homes may be paying fees unnecessarily, claims a local solicitor. Claire Davis, of Rubin Lewis O'Brien LLP, Cwmbran, says while relatives are frequently asked to provide additional money to meet residential fees, many may have just cause to dispute claims by their local council for what can, in many cases, amount to substantial contributions towards the cost of care for their love ones. From South Wales Argus
Kymin Financial Services Limited has pledged it's commitment to the members of ngb2b and local businesses by becoming a preferred supplier of the chamber. From South Wales Argus
"A sale is not a sale until it's paid for" a cliché that is especially true during the current credit crunch. A business can show thousands of pounds in profit on paper based on the value of invoices raised, but until those invoices have been paid, there is a chance that a business may fail due to late payments resulting in reduced cash flow. From South Wales Argus
By David Russ, managing director of Centre For Business, incorporating ngb2b, NGE and Ignite
There are no shortcuts to any place worth going'; wise words of wisdom from the late American soprano Beverly Sills, and something that sums up perfectly the sustainable approach being taken to rejuvenate Newport. From South Wales Argus
Students from all over the world battled it out to win £1,000 by thinking up the brightest idea for a successful business in a Dragon's Den-style enterprise challenge organised by the University of Wales, Newport. From South Wales Argus
Newport hauliers Alan R Jones and Sons Ltd is part of the current Road Haulage Association lobby trying to persuade the Government to lower the crippling 70% fuel duty. From South Wales Argus
Welsh bosses are in it for the long haul when it comes to running their own company, according to a recent survey of small business owners. From South Wales Argus
A pioneering company, based in Newport, known for its green waste management service has been selected as one of the top 20 green business leaders in the 2008 Barclays Commercial Bank Green Leaders in Business Awards. From South Wales Argus
The past decade has seen significant improvements in environmental performance by many businesses in England and Wales. But there are still lots of companies that need to do more - and what progress has been made should not stop just because of a slowdown in the economy, the Environment Agency has warned. From South Wales Argus
James Norvill, BCC Welsh Entrepreneur of the Year and Managing Director of GD Environmental Services.
Last week it was revealed there are larger penalties for those who overfill their council bins than those convicted of vandalism, shoplifting or being drunk and disorderly. Has the country lost grip with reality or is the domestic waste market an easy target for cash generation? From South Wales Argus
Caerphilly's close proximity to Cardiff has generated much interest by private sector developers in building both offices and small industrial accommodation, here the council explains just what has been going on. From South Wales Argus
Rogerstone-based TT electronics integrated manufacturing services has halved the use of solder in its manufacturing, following the installation of a waste solder recovery system. From South Wales Argus
Pontllanfraith-based magazine printer Pensord has triumphed against the best companies throughout the printing industries in a ceremony held at the London Hilton on Park Lane. From the business
The Transport Skills Development Group in Capita Symonds' Cwmbran office has won the People Development Category at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Wales Transport Awards 2008. From the business
Work to rejuvenate a former council office block at the gateway to Rassau Industrial Estate, on the Heads of the Valleys Road, is nearing completion. From the business
Castleoak, the Cardiff-based care sector development, design and construction specialist, is creating up to 50 jobs with the launch of its own timber frame company in Ebbw Vale. From the business
TT electronics integrated manufacturing services has announced that Chris Wixcey, continuous improvement manager, has become its second Six Sigma Black Belt at its Rogerstone site, near Newport. From the business
Newport-based Autografik Design has a triple cause for celebration. After three award-filled years of trading, the company has secured places on design and print frameworks for three separate local authorities. From the business
Giles Insurance Brokers has announced the successful completion of its first Newport acquisition, Hancock General Insurance Services. From the business
