Vale Economy

27/05/2026

Postiad dwyieithog | Bilingual post

Volunteers’ Week is an annual event which sees charities, voluntary groups, social organisations, and volunteers themselves come together to recognise the incredible impact that volunteering has in communities around the UK.

The week will launch on Monday 1 June 2026 and will run through until Sunday 7 June 2026.

Find out more about how to get involved here - https://businesswales.gov.wales/news-and-blog/volunteers-week-2026

Mae Wythnos Gwirfoddoli yn ddigwyddiad blynyddol pan mae elusennau, grwpiau gwirfoddol, sefydliadau cymdeithasol, a gwirfoddolwyr eu hunain, yn dod at ei gilydd i gydnabod yr effaith anhygoel a gaiff gwirfoddoli mewn cymunedau ledled y DU.

Bydd yr wythnos yn lansio ddydd Llun, 1 Mehefin 2026 ac yn para tan ddydd Sul, 7 Mehefin 2025.

Edrychwch yma am fwy o fanylion - https://busnescymru.llyw.cymru/newyddion-a-blog/wythnos-gwirfoddoli-2026

Volunteers' Week

27/05/2026

📣Could your business help?

On Wednesday, 1st July between 9:00 and 1:00 Whitmore and Pencoedtre Schools are looking for volunteers to support with their mock interviews for their 6th Form and Year 10 students. Volunteers can be from any industry, all will be provided with a set of questions and feedback forms.

👉Any businesses who might be able to support this should contact [email protected]

📣Ydy eich busnes yn gallu helpu?

Ddydd Mercher 1 Gorffennaf, rhwng 9:00 ac 1:00, bydd Ysgolion Whitmore a Phencoedtre yn chwilio am wirfoddolwyr i gefnogi ffug gyfweliadau eu myfyrwyr 6ed Dosbarth a Blwyddyn 10. Gall gwirfoddolwyr ddod o unrhyw ddiwydiant, a bydd cyfres o gwestiynau a ffurflenni adborth yn cael eu darparu i bawb.

👉Dylai unrhyw fusnesau sydd â diddordeb mewn cefnogi hyn gysylltu [email protected].

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22/05/2026

Interested in starting your own business?

Come and speak to us at the Urdd Eisteddfod to find out what support is available!

21/05/2026

📣 Calling All Crafters & Makers 📣

After the amazing success of our first Artisan Fair, we’re so excited to be in the early planning stages of a Christmas market on the 5th & 6th December 🎄✨

We’re looking for talented local makers, creatives & small businesses with beautiful festive gifts 🎁❤️ Spaces are limited as the market will be carefully curated alongside our existing suppliers.

Think you’d be a great fit? Apply via the link or share with someone who fits the description! 👉 form.jotform.com/261373315069053

🗓 Applications close: 5th June
✨ £150 fully refundable deposit required for successful applicants.
🎁 Quality product are key!
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21/05/2026

🌟𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻?🌟

Are you ready to connect, collaborate & grow your network? Then don’t miss out on next week’s event - which is also our last one of May! 📅

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or just looking to expand your connections, here’s what you can expect:

🤝 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Meet like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections across the Welsh business community

💬 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Join engaging sessions designed to spark conversations and collaboration

🌐 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Attend from anywhere, all you need is an internet connection!

🎟️ Secure your place now and be part of this dynamic, supportive networking experience! 🔗 https://go.fsb.org.uk/4tKEtND

📅 Thursday 28 May
🕐 1pm – 2pm
💻 Online / Virtual

We can’t wait to see you there! 👋

20/05/2026

Postiad dwyieithog | Bilingual post

Ffilm Cymru funds the development and production of live-action, documentary and animated short films for cinema audiences, led by Wales born or based directors.

The Beacons Fund combines National Lottery funds delegated via the Arts Council of Wales and BFI NETWORK funds delegated via the British Film Institute.

Find out more about the fund, and how to apply, here - https://businesswales.gov.wales/news-and-blog/beacons-short-film-funding-1

Mae Ffilm Cymru’n cyllido datblygu a chynhyrchu ffilmiau byrion gweithredu byw, dogfen ac animeiddio ar gyfer cynulleidfaoedd sinema, gan gyfarwyddwyr wedi eu geni neu’n byw yng Nghymru.

Mae cronfa Beacons yn cyfuno a***n y Loteri Genedlaethol a ddaw drwy Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru, ac a***n y BFI NETWORK a ddaw drwy Sefydliad Ffilmiau Prydain.

Mwy o fanylion yma - https://busnescymru.llyw.cymru/newyddion-a-blog/beacons-cronfa-ffilmiau-byrion

20/05/2026

The deadline to join Switch Together has now been extended until 8 June ☀️

More than 400 Vale of Glamorgan residents have already registered to take part in the group-buying scheme for solar panels, battery storage and EV charging.

By joining the scheme, residents can benefit from:
✅ Lower costs through group buying
✅ Trusted, vetted installers
✅ Expert support throughout the process

If you’ve been thinking about making the switch to cleaner, greener energy at home, there’s still time to get involved.

🔗 Register: https://switchtogether.co.uk/solar-and-battery/vog

19/05/2026

Available to move in today. A studio at Milkshed Workspace is ready for a freelancer, creative business or small team looking for their own private studio.

✔ Up to 3-4 people
✔ Private, lockable space
✔ 1Gb fibre broadband
✔ All bills included
✔ No VAT or rates

Get set up quickly and start working from your own professional base.

Contact us to book a viewing.

18/05/2026

Postiad dwyieithog | Bilingual post

From phishing emails and hacked accounts to data breaches and scams, cyber threats are becoming more common for small businesses every single day. And for many business owners, it can feel overwhelming knowing where to start.

Small Business Britain and BT are coming together to deliver Staying Safe & Sound: Cyber for Small Business, a free four-week live webinar series designed to help you protect your business with practical, straightforward advice.

Find out more here - https://businesswales.gov.wales/news-and-blog/staying-safe-and-sound-cyber-small-business

O negeseuon e-bost gwe-rwydo a chyfrifon wedi'u hacio i dorri rheoliadau data a sgamiau, mae bygythiadau seiber yn dod yn fwy cyffredin i fusnesau bach bob dydd. Ac i lawer o berchnogion busnes, gall gwybod ble i ddechrau deimlo’n llethol.

Mae Small Business Britain a BT yn dod at ei gilydd i gyflwyno Staying Safe & Sound: Cyber for Small Business, cyfres gweminar byw pedair wythnos rhad ac am ddim sydd wedi'i chynllunio i'ch helpu i amddiffyn eich busnes gyda chyngor ymarferol, syml.

Mwy o fanylion ar gael yma - https://busnescymru.llyw.cymru/newyddion-a-blog/cadwn-ddiogel-ac-yn-iach-seiber-ar-gyfer-busnesau-bach