Finance - Vale 50+ Strategy Forum https://vale50plus.org Help us create an environment in which people fifty and over can fulfill their aims and objectives in life. Fight age discrimination and help preserve and promote the independence, dignity and positive image of people fifty and over and work to ensure that they have appropriate and adequate public care provision. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:40 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://vale50plus.org/wp-content/uploads/cropped-Over-50-TWITTER-2-32x32.png Finance - Vale 50+ Strategy Forum https://vale50plus.org 32 32 172372061 Independent Age- (Case Ref: AM33466) https://vale50plus.org/independent-age-case-ref-am33466/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=independent-age-case-ref-am33466 https://vale50plus.org/independent-age-case-ref-am33466/#respond Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:40 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/?p=169053 Helping low-income pensioners is a top priority. The last Labour Government halved pensioner poverty from its mid-1990s peak, and I am determined to build on that legacy. Everyone in society…

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]]> Helping low-income pensioners is a top priority. The last Labour Government halved pensioner poverty from its mid-1990s peak, and I am determined to build on that legacy. Everyone in society deserves a comfortable and dignified retirement, which is why I support maintaining the triple lock policy.

This means that the State Pension will continue to increase each year by the highest of inflation, average wage growth or 2.5%. I welcome that, thanks to the triple lock, the State Pension has increased by 4.1% from April 2025. It will increase by a further £575 this year and, by the end of this Parliament, annual spending on the State Pension is forecast to be £34 billion higher than in 2024-2025.

I share your concerns about pensioners who may not be receiving all the support they are entitled to. Many eligible people still miss out on Pension Credit, which provides vital extra help. That is why the UK Government launched the largest-ever Pension Credit take-up campaign shortly after taking office. These efforts have already resulted in 60,000 more awards, and they will continue over the coming months.

Importantly, receiving Pension Credit opens the door to a range of other financial assistance, including Housing Benefit, Council Tax support, help with NHS costs, assistance with fuel bills, and a free TV licence for those aged over 75. To guarantee even greater uptake in future, the administration of Pension Credit and pensioner Housing Benefit will be merged for new claimants.

To help with bills, all pensioners with incomes up to £35,000, as well as those on Pension Credit and income-related benefits, are eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. The payment is made automatically, so no one needs to take any action to receive it. On top of this, the recent Budget included measures designed to address the cost of living. Because of these changes, every household will see cuts to their bills of around £150 per year. The Warm Home Discount also provides an additional £150 rebate off bills to eligible low-income households across Great Britain, and I am glad that this scheme has been expanded to reach 2.7 million extra households. This will make a real difference.

The Welsh Government is also working to deliver on this issue. The Warm Homes Nest scheme aims to reduce the number of low-income households living in cold, damp homes. This will decarbonise and insulate homes, lowering energy bills and moving people out of fuel poverty. I know Welsh Ministers have called on Ofgem to introduce a social tariff to protect vulnerable people. Free energy savings advice is also available to all Welsh households.

We must make sure people receive the support they deserve, and I welcome that the Welsh Claim What’s Yours campaign has helped more than 36,800 people claim £10.4 million in additional income, while a record number of people have been awarded Pension Credit thanks to the UK Government’s uptake campaign. This initiative is especially relevant as it will direct the most vulnerable pensioners towards other benefits – including Winter Fuel Payments.
Kind regards,

Anna Anna McMorrin MP Member of Parliament for Cardiff North  |  Aelod Seneddol Gogledd Caerdydd    2 Codas House, 52-60 Merthyr Road, Cardiff | Caerdydd, CF14 1DJ
Constituency Office | Swyddfa’r Etholaeth: 02920 624440  Parliamentary Office | Swyddfa Seneddol: 0207 219 4307
email | ebost:  Anna.McMorrin.MP@Parliament.uk

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]]> https://vale50plus.org/independent-age-case-ref-am33466/feed/ 0 169053 https://vale50plus.org/169051-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=169051-2 https://vale50plus.org/169051-2/#respond Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:35:26 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/?p=169051 Helping low-income pensioners is a top priority. The last Labour Government halved pensioner poverty from its mid-1990s peak, and I am determined to build on that legacy. Everyone in society…

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]]> Helping low-income pensioners is a top priority. The last Labour Government halved pensioner poverty from its mid-1990s peak, and I am determined to build on that legacy. Everyone in society deserves a comfortable and dignified retirement, which is why I support maintaining the triple lock policy.

This means that the State Pension will continue to increase each year by the highest of inflation, average wage growth or 2.5%. I welcome that, thanks to the triple lock, the State Pension has increased by 4.1% from April 2025. It will increase by a further £575 this year and, by the end of this Parliament, annual spending on the State Pension is forecast to be £34 billion higher than in 2024-2025.

I share your concerns about pensioners who may not be receiving all the support they are entitled to. Many eligible people still miss out on Pension Credit, which provides vital extra help. That is why the UK Government launched the largest-ever Pension Credit take-up campaign shortly after taking office. These efforts have already resulted in 60,000 more awards, and they will continue over the coming months.

Importantly, receiving Pension Credit opens the door to a range of other financial assistance, including Housing Benefit, Council Tax support, help with NHS costs, assistance with fuel bills, and a free TV licence for those aged over 75. To guarantee even greater uptake in future, the administration of Pension Credit and pensioner Housing Benefit will be merged for new claimants.

To help with bills, all pensioners with incomes up to £35,000, as well as those on Pension Credit and income-related benefits, are eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. The payment is made automatically, so no one needs to take any action to receive it. On top of this, the recent Budget included measures designed to address the cost of living. Because of these changes, every household will see cuts to their bills of around £150 per year. The Warm Home Discount also provides an additional £150 rebate off bills to eligible low-income households across Great Britain, and I am glad that this scheme has been expanded to reach 2.7 million extra households. This will make a real difference.

The Welsh Government is also working to deliver on this issue. The Warm Homes Nest scheme aims to reduce the number of low-income households living in cold, damp homes. This will decarbonise and insulate homes, lowering energy bills and moving people out of fuel poverty. I know Welsh Ministers have called on Ofgem to introduce a social tariff to protect vulnerable people. Free energy savings advice is also available to all Welsh households.

We must make sure people receive the support they deserve, and I welcome that the Welsh Claim What’s Yours campaign has helped more than 36,800 people claim £10.4 million in additional income, while a record number of people have been awarded Pension Credit thanks to the UK Government’s uptake campaign. This initiative is especially relevant as it will direct the most vulnerable pensioners towards other benefits – including Winter

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]]> https://vale50plus.org/169051-2/feed/ 0 169051 Martin Lewis’ credit card warning as 1p could cost ‘as much as £1,000’ https://vale50plus.org/martin-lewis-credit-card-warning-as-1p-could-cost-as-much-as-1000/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=martin-lewis-credit-card-warning-as-1p-could-cost-as-much-as-1000 https://vale50plus.org/martin-lewis-credit-card-warning-as-1p-could-cost-as-much-as-1000/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:33:05 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/2026/02/16/martin-lewis-credit-card-warning-as-1p-could-cost-as-much-as-1000/ Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has issued a crucial credit card warning Fiona Callingham Lifestyle writer 01:23, 15 Feb 2026Updated 09:55, 15 Feb 2026 Martin Lewis issued an “important…

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Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has issued a crucial credit card warning

Fiona Callingham Lifestyle writer

01:23, 15 Feb 2026Updated 09:55, 15 Feb 2026

A financial expert has issued an “important warning” regarding credit cards, cautioning that disregarding this guidance could see 1p end up costing “as much as £1,000”.

Brits routinely use credit cards. These cards enable you to make purchases or withdraw cash up to a pre-set limit.

Unlike a debit card, they use borrowed funds that must be repaid at a later stage. However, most credit cards charge interest on the borrowed money if you don’t repay an agreed sum each month. Martin Lewis, the founder of Money Saving Expert (MSE), explained how this could catch out many people.

In a video shared on the MSE website, he revealed that an obscure regulation could see 1p end up costing you “as much as £1,000.”

Martin said: “This is an important warning about the way that credit cards work.” To demonstrate his point, he asked viewers to imagine spending £1,000 on a credit card and then repaying £999.99. While you might think that means you only pay interest on the outstanding 1p, that’s not how it works.

Martin added: “Imagine you’ve spent £1,000 on the credit card. If you then pay off the £1,000, so you totally clear it, there is no interest in the month.

“But if you were to pay off £999.99, so you’re just a penny short, you don’t pay interest on a penny for the month, you still pay interest on the entire £1,000.”

This could ultimately cost you considerably more than you originally expected. “This is why for years, my catchphrase has been pay off your credit card in full – the ‘in full’ is important,” he stated.

“I talk about it when it’s a credit card reward, say for getting cash back, or for cheap spending on a credit card abroad, because if you do the in full you neuter the credit card’s ability to charge you interest.”

He added: “If you miss even a penny, it can still charge you a whack.” On the MSE website, it offers further advice on credit cards.

It also warned about missing your monthly minimum payment. MSE said: “Your monthly card statement will tell you the total balance you owe, the minimum repayment you must make and the due date. Missing the minimum payment will result in a late fee and a mark on your credit file for up to six years.

“Yet only making the minimum repayment can keep you in debt for years and even decades. So, if you can, it’s always best to pay as much off as possible.”

For more information on credit cards, visit the MSE website here.

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The Council’s Cabinet has now approved its draft budget proposals for 2026/27 for consultation.

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Cymraeg isod

Dear resident,

Each year, the Council must set a balanced budget. The Council’s Cabinet has now approved its draft budget proposals for 2026/27 for consultation.

This year, the Council will receive just over £240 million from the Welsh Government, this makes up around two thirds of the Council’s overall budget which is forecast to be £354million in 2026/27.

The cost of delivering council services increases every year. To pay for this the draft budget includes:

  • £2.77 million in savings from service budgets, including increased charges for some services to cover costs
  • A Council Tax increase of 5.5%

This will address a budget shortfall of £8.6million.

Have your say on the draft budget proposals and put your knowledge to the test by completing our budget quiz.

This consultation will close on 13 February.

Annwyl breswylydd,

Bob blwyddyn, rhaid i’r Cyngor bennu cyllideb gytbwys.

Mae Cabinet y Cyngor bellach wedi cymeradwyo ei gynigion cyllideb ddrafft ar gyfer 2026/27 ar gyfer ymgynghori.

Eleni, bydd y Cyngor yn derbyn ychydig dros £240 miliwn gan Lywodraeth Cymru, mae hyn yn ffurfio tua dwy ran o dair o gyllideb gyffredinol y Cyngor a ragwelir y bydd yn £354 miliwn yn 2026/27.

Mae cost darparu gwasanaethau’r cyngor yn cynyddu bob blwyddyn. I dalu am hyn mae’r gyllideb ddrafft yn cynnwys:

  • £2.77 miliwn mewn arbedion o gyllidebau gwasanaethau, gan gynnwys codi taliadau am rai gwasanaethau i dalu am gostau
  • Cynnydd yn y Dreth Gyngor o 5.5%

Bydd hyn yn mynd i’r afael â diffyg cyllideb o £8.6 miliwn.

Dweud eich dweud ar y cynigion cyllideb ddrafft a rhowch eich gwybodaeth ar brawf drwy gwblhau ein cwis cyllideb.

Bydd yr ymgynghoriad hwn yn dod i ben ar 13 Chwefror.

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]]> https://vale50plus.org/have-your-say-on-the-councils-draft-budget-proposals-for-2026-27-dweud-eich-dweud-ar-cynigion-cyllideb-drafft-y-cyngor-ar-gyfer-2026-27-datefri-16-jan/feed/ 0 142162 COPA News Articles https://vale50plus.org/copa-news-articles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=copa-news-articles https://vale50plus.org/copa-news-articles/#respond Sat, 11 Oct 2025 12:46:38 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/?p=127901 For your information, here are the latest posts on the COPA website: i. Paying for Care https://www.copacharity.com/2025/10/10/paying-for-care-a-case-for-reform/ ii Virtual reality in Care Homes https://www.copacharity.com/2025/10/10/inside-outside-virtual-reality-update/

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i. Paying for Care
ii Virtual reality in Care Homes

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]]> https://vale50plus.org/copa-news-articles/feed/ 0 127901 GVS Health Social Care & Wellbeing bulletin 03.10.2025 https://vale50plus.org/gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-bulletin-03-10-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-bulletin-03-10-2025 https://vale50plus.org/gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-bulletin-03-10-2025/#respond Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:22:56 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/?p=127393 GVS News   Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to…

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Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM

We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to be extra special!  The AGM is on Friday 7th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at CF61 Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST. Read More

 

We need you! Nomination to GVS Board of Trustees

If you are a member of GVS your organisation is entitled to nominate a candidate for election to our Board of Trustees.  As stated in our governing document, at least two-thirds of the Board members are to be nominated by the GVS membership. The remainder will be recruited via open competition.  Read More

 

Your feedback matters to us!

Have you received a good (or bad) service from Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) over the last year? Read More

 

GVS Big Volunteering Fayre 28th January 2026

We are hosting the Big Volunteering Fayre at the Memo Arts Centre, Barry on 28th January 2026. This is a great opportunity for you to promote your opportunities and recruit volunteers to support your organisation. Read More

 

GVS Launches New Training Programme for Local Third Sector and Partner Organisations

GVS is delighted to announce a new series of training courses designed to empower local third sector and partner organisations. Our programme offers practical skills to help you boost efficiency, enhance impact, and ensure best practices. Read More

 

Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network

The Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network aims to bring together Third Sector organisations (local, regional and national) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan who have an interest in health and social care. The Network’s membership is also open to statutory partners. Read More

 

CSING Network

The Carers’ Support & Information Network Group (CSING) is a multi-agency group which used to meet to share information and highlight issues about health and social care services for carers. The network focuses on Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. GVS wishes to revitalise and renew this network. Read More

 

Voluntary Sector news

Invitation to Vale 50+ Strategy Forum’s AGM

We would like to invite you to the Vale 50+ Strategy Forum’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 16th October 2025 11:00am – 1:00pm in the Dunraven Room of the Civic Offices, Holton Road, Barry, CF63 4RU. Read More

 

Cardiff & Vale University Health Board news

Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network

The Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network aims to bring together Third Sector organisations (local, regional and national) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan who have an interest in health and social care. The Network’s membership is also open to statutory partners. Read More

 

Kirsty Williams CBE joins Cardiff and Vale University Health Board as new Chair

Kirsty Williams CBE joins Cardiff and Vale University Health Board as new Chair.Kirsty Williams CBE has taken up her role as Chair of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board today, following her appointment by the Health Secretary in July. Read More

Cardiff Cancer Research Partnership (CCRP) launches in Cardiff

On Wednesday 17 September, a celebration and launch event took place at Cardiff University’s Hadyn Ellis Building to launch a new partnership between Cardiff University, Velindre University NHS Trust, and Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Read More

Welcome to the 2025 Project SEARCH student intake

The health board has recently welcomed a new intake of students through the Project SEARCH supported internship programme. Read More

 

Health & Wellbeing news

Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together

Warm Wales is Wales’ oldest CIC working to tackle fuel poverty by offering free advice and support to ensure people across Wales and South-West England have warm and safe homes. Read More

Information Session:  Living with Fibromyalgia

Looking at Management strategies for fibromyalgia including physical activity, medication, and psychological therapies.Tuesday – 7th October 2025

Online via Teams 11.00 – 12.00 noon Read More

Free MS awareness training sessions

MS-UK are delighted to offer free MS awareness training sessions for professionals and volunteers.

Join us Wednesday 15 October at 10.00am  Read More

MeTime online sessions for carers

Carers Wales ‘MeTime’ online sessions are designed to inform you of your rights and to support your wellbeing.

Sessions vary from practical advice on carers’ rights and caring to a set of holistic wellbeing sessions that range from confidence-building to creative opportunities like crafting.  Read More

 

Welsh Government news

More than two-thirds of Welsh pharmacies now provide electronic prescribing

The Electronic Prescription Service, which enables prescriptions to be transferred electronically between GPs and pharmacies, is now available in 7 out of 10 of pharmacies Read More

Parents in Wales to receive improved neonatal care support

Families with premature and sick babies in Wales will receive better support through a new programme to improve neonatal care standards across the country Read More

 

£1.1 million to champion Age-Friendly Wales on International Day of Older People

The Welsh Government has announced £1.1 million to support Age Friendly Officers across Wales. Read More

99% of pharmacies now able to treat UTIs

The overwhelming majority of pharmacies across Wales will be providing free treatment for a common infection without an appointment or prescription. Read More

 

New contract will improve access to NHS dentistry

A new dental contract for Wales will improve access to NHS dentistry for everyone as health needs and prevention are put at the heart of the new system. Read More

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]]> https://vale50plus.org/gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-bulletin-03-10-2025/feed/ 0 127394 GVS Health Social Care & Wellbeing ebulletin 11.7.2025 https://vale50plus.org/gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-ebulletin-11-7-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-ebulletin-11-7-2025 https://vale50plus.org/gvs-health-social-care-wellbeing-ebulletin-11-7-2025/#respond Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:22:06 +0000 https://vale50plus.org/?p=117912 GVS News   Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM   We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to be extra special!  The AGM is on Friday 7th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at CF61 Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST. Read More   We need you! Nomination to GVS Board of Trustees   If you are a member of GVS your organisation is entitled to nominate a candidate for election to our Board of Trustees.  As stated in our governing document, at least two-thirds of the Board members are to be nominated by the GVS membership. The remainder will be recruited via open competition.  Read More   Your feedback matters to us!   Have you received a good (or bad) service from Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) over the last year? Read More GVS Big Volunteering Fayre 28th January 2026   We are hosting the Big Volunteering Fayre at the Memo Arts Centre, Barry on 28th January 2026. This is a great opportunity for you to promote your opportunities and recruit volunteers to support your organisation. Read More BCT and GVS Invite Vale Community Groups to Shape a Manifesto for Change   Have your say with Building Communities Trust (BCT) and Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS), developing a manifesto for change based on the ambitions and needs of community groups operating in the Vale of Glamorgan. Read More GVS Grant Schemes Third Sector Capital Fund 2025/26   This Fund aims to provide capital resources for projects that support independent living in the community for people with care and support needs, and to provide intermediate care settings in the community so that people who need care, support and rehabilitation can return to living independently or maintain their existing independence. Deadline is 12 noon on Friday 15th August 2025. Read More…

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Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM

 

We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to be extra special!  The AGM is on Friday 7th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at CF61 Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST. Read More

 

We need you! Nomination to GVS Board of Trustees

 

If you are a member of GVS your organisation is entitled to nominate a candidate for election to our Board of Trustees.  As stated in our governing document, at least two-thirds of the Board members are to be nominated by the GVS membership. The remainder will be recruited via open competition.  Read More

 

Your feedback matters to us!

 

Have you received a good (or bad) service from Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) over the last year? Read More

GVS Big Volunteering Fayre 28th January 2026

 

We are hosting the Big Volunteering Fayre at the Memo Arts Centre, Barry on 28th January 2026. This is a great opportunity for you to promote your opportunities and recruit volunteers to support your organisation. Read More

BCT and GVS Invite Vale Community Groups to Shape a Manifesto for Change

 

Have your say with Building Communities Trust (BCT) and Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS), developing a manifesto for change based on the ambitions and needs of community groups operating in the Vale of Glamorgan. Read More

GVS Grant Schemes

Third Sector Capital Fund 2025/26

 

This Fund aims to provide capital resources for projects that support independent living in the community for people with care and support needs, and to provide intermediate care settings in the community so that people who need care, support and rehabilitation can return to living independently or maintain their existing independence. Deadline is 12 noon on Friday 15th August 2025. Read More

 

Warm Spaces grant and Improving Access to Food grant

 

The Improving Access to Food grant aims to help communities tackle food insecurity by supporting projects that improve access to healthy, nutritious food.  All funding to be spent by end of March 2026 with a deadline for applications 5th September 2025. Read More

 

Do you need funding for a youth volunteering project or activity?

 

Glamorgan Voluntary Services are delighted to announce that applications are now open for 2025/26 Youth Led Volunteering Grant Fund. The Fund is a grant for youth volunteering projects and activities that take place in the Vale of Glamorgan. The Panel will be awarding grants of up to £1,500. Read More

GVS Launches New Grant Scheme to Tackle Food Inequality in the Vale of Glamorgan

GVS, on behalf of Food Vale, is delighted to announce the launch of the Food, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Grant. Apply for a maximum of £2,500 in revenue funding. The deadline for applications is August 1st, 2025. Read More

Voluntary Sector news

Invitation to the Vale 50+ Strategy Forum community event

 

The Forum is excited to announce their third community event for this year. Join us on Thursday, 17th July from 2pm to 4pm at Barry Library, 160 Kings Square, Barry, CF63 4RW. Read More

Family Information Service Launches Summer Holiday Programme 2025  

The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Family Information Service has announced the launch of its Summer Holiday Programme 2025, offering a wide range of free and low-cost activities for families and young people throughout the school holidays. Read More

State of Caring Survey

With the next Senedd election taking place in 2026, this year’s State of Caring survey is more important than ever. The State of Caring survey will close on 10 August. Read More

 

Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) Latest Training Courses. Will you be joining us?

 

safeTALK – Suicide Alertness, Talking Mats – Award-winning tool to support people with communication difficulties and ASIST – Suicide Intervention. Read More

Family Information Service Launches Summer Holiday Programme 2025  

 

The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Family Information Service has announced the launch of its Summer Holiday Programme 2025, offering a wide range of free and low-cost activities for families and young people throughout the school holidays. Read More

 

Cardiff & Vale University Health Board news

 

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board named in the shortlist for the NHS Wales Awards 2025

 

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is celebrating after being named in the NHS Wales Awards shortlist for 2025.  Read More

 

Cardiff and Vale UHB Cardiac Surgeons host Francis Fontan Leadership Fellowship winner

 

Winner of the prestigious Francis Fontan Leadership Fellowship, Dr Nora Göbel, recently visited cardiothoracic colleagues at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board to gain exposure to surgical leadership and knowledge and strengthen the global cardiothoracic community. Read More

 

Health & Wellbeing News

 

New online resource to help public health professionals capture the wider social value of their work

 

Public Health Wales has launched a new online guide to help public health practitioners, researchers and, policy and decision-makers understand and demonstrate the broader social, economic and environmental value of public health interventions. Read More

 

Welsh Government news

 

New Deputy Chief Medical Officer appointed

 

Dr James Calvert has been appointed the new Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Wales. Read More

Vacancies

 

Age Connects Vacancy: Out & About 50+ Project Officer

 

Age Connects are recruiting to fill a 15-hour role, based in the Vale of Glamorgan, spread across 3 days. This position is funded until 31st March 2026. Applicants must be able to travel extensively across the Vale. Read More

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