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Annual classifications for designated bathing waters, as determined by Natural Resources Wales. Ninety-eight percent of designated bathing waters in Wales met stringent compliance standards this year – with the vast majority achieving ‘excellent’ status. 78 of the 112 designated bathing waters across Wales have been classified as ‘excellent’ – an increase of three sites when compared with 2024. A further 26 sites achieved ‘good’ status and 6 ‘satisfactory’. The bathing water classifications for the 2025 season have been provided by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) in accordance with the Bathing Water Regulations. These classifications are based on monitoring data collected over the 2025 bathing season and the preceding seasons, where appropriate. […]

Following strong sector engagement and a significant level of interest in Visit Wales’ Year of Croeso Weather Proofing fund, Visit Wales are launching a final, third phase to support medium-sized tourism businesses (50-250 employees). This latest round ensures that businesses across all scales of the industry have the opportunity to enhance their offering.   Grants of between £5,000 and £20,000 are available to support the installation of weather-proofing measures as well as equipment and facilities that offer an enhanced visitor experience in wet weather such as: • Canopies, pergolas, or covered seating • Covered walkways or visitor shelters • Woodchip or gravel paths • Hard standing for car parks • Indoor […]

A consultation has been launched on the future of public toilets in Holywell, Mold, and Talacre. Two surveys are available as part of this consultation – one for members of the public, and another for organisations, businesses, community groups, and volunteer groups. Further details, along with links to both surveys, can be found on the Council website For organisations and businesses – https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PublicToiletsBusiness/ For members of the public – https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Public-Toilets/

Cyngor Gwynedd is conducting a survey to gain a clear picture of the current business climate and better understand the needs of local businesses. We’re keen to hear from businesses across all sectors about the challenges you’re facing, the support you need, and your plans for the future. Your feedback will help us tailor our services to better support the business community. The results will be published in the New Year, offering valuable insight into local trends and challenges. The survey takes around 10 minutes to complete. https://arolwg.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/index.php/228182 Deadline for responses is midnight on the 1 December, 2025.

Tourism Survey – Gwynedd Residents Autumn 2025 Cyngor Gwynedd is inviting residents to share their views on tourism.  This short survey gives Gwynedd residents the chance to highlight both the benefits and challenges of tourism within their community, covering issues such as jobs, quality of life, the environment, heritage, and Welsh culture. Saesneg: Tourism Survey – Gwynedd Residents Autumn 2025 Deadline for responses is 28th November Arolwg Twristiaeth – Trigolion Gwynedd Hydref 2025 Mae Cyngor Gwynedd yn gwahodd trigolion i rannu eu barn am dwristiaeth.  Mae’r arolwg byr hwn yn rhoi cyfle i gymunedau lleol dynnu sylw at fanteision a heriau twristiaeth yn eu cymunedau hwy o fewn Gwynedd, gan gwmpasu […]

Following feedback, the criteria for the weatherproofing fund 2 has been amended. It is now open to Micro Businesses as well as SME’s. The links to the amended information is here https://visitwales-news.com/t/cr/AQi0zhYQvKjsARjVk7WKAdDvIhfkb-_VxA9klnRn4A-ttrzjGjaBg8wcb1NULWVt This means mirco and small businesses that employ 1 – 49 permanent staff (full or part-time), are eligible. Eligible project costs could include infrastructure like: Canopies, pergolas, or covered seating Covered walkways or visitor shelters Woodchip or gravel paths Hard standing for car parks Indoor play areas and wet weather activities Facilities must be open to all — We cannot fund facilities that are for the sole use of staying guests.

As part of Network North Wales a new direct train service will run from Llandudno to Liverpool from May 2026, while improvements at Padeswood will unlock freight and passenger capacity between Wrexham and Liverpool. Improved transport links will further cement the close relationship between North Wales and Merseyside, with a direct train link between Llandudno and Liverpool and improved services between Wrexham and Liverpool on the horizon. Network North Wales aims to deliver an integrated, high-frequency public transport network for North Wales, with metro at its heart, connecting to Merseyside, Cheshire and beyond. https://www.gov.wales/building-links-between-north-wales-and-merseyside

The Government invites views and evidence to inform the development of a modern, proportionate and enabling licensing system. This call for evidence builds on the Licensing Taskforce recommendations and the Government’s response[1] and supports the Government’s commitment to reduce regulatory burdens by 25% by the end of this Parliament[2]. This Call for Evidence focuses on the ‘on trade’ in relation to alcohol sales, for example pubs, restaurants and nightclubs, and on all entertainment licensed under the Licensing Act 2003. Who Should Respond ·       Licensed businesses and trade bodies ·       Local authorities and licensing officers ·       Cultural and community organisations ·   […]