Archives for 2011

“The ones that are still going all say they rely on food sales to keep them afloat.” Arfur Daley, organiser of Great Welsh Beer and Cider Festival and the Echo’s beer expert, said: “If you look at pubs 10 years ago there would be nearly one on every …

Spokeswoman Jennie Bibbings said: “We want to see the Welsh Assembly Government use its new powers to force cafes, restaurants and takeaways to display on their premises the ratings given to them by food hygiene inspectors so consumers can make a …

The Municipal Sector Plan also emphasises Wales’ commitment to weekly collections of food waste and recycling and fortnightly collections of residual waste. At least 80 per cent of Welsh homes already benefit from a separate food or food and green …
Davidson wants action on wasteWaste Management World

The accolades aim to honour excellence and innovation in the Welsh food and drink and hospitality sectors. Past winners include Gower Cottage Brownies, Wigmore Bakery, and Bacheldre Watermill. Companies can be awarded a gold, silver or bronze True …

THE historic market in Cowbridge has been saved for another year after being given a last-minute reprieve. It had been expected the trading post’s last day in business would be on March 28 after negotiations between …

A spokesman for Scottish and Southern Energy said: “The proposed Nant y Moch wind farm is located in an area identified by the Welsh Assembly Government as suitable for large-scale wind farm development. “The views of local communities are extremely …

The average week-on-week price for Welsh lamb in 2010 was 10% higher than in the previous year, thanks to tight supply and a strong export market. According to Wales’ levy-funded red meat development body, Hybu Cig Cymru, the number of lambs …

She asked how elitist old Etonians and multimillionaires could understand the experience of low-paid workers in trying to provide food, clothing and heating for their families. Wales National Union of Students president Katie Dalton insisted her …