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Data protection – the importance of staying safe and compliant

The laws regarding data protection have tightened significantly in recent years and while most businesses are

aware that there have been changes, many still don’t have the necessary policies and processes in place, says a legal expert. Jennifer Edwards (pictured), a corporate law specialist at Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors, which has offices in Conwy and

works with businesses across North Wales, is keen to raise awareness of the problems by highlighting some of the issues she is dealing with. “If businesses handle any personal data, even if that only involves names and addresses, then they need to think about their data protection obligations,” she said. “It is important for businesses to ensure personal data is protected, not just to comply with the law but to minimise the risk of a data breach which could affect customer confidence

and the reputation of the company. They need a Privacy Notice in place for customers and service users, explaining what they do with personal data and how it is safeguarded. They should also implement internal policies and processes to secure that personal data while complying with the necessary data protection principles.” Lanyon Bowdler has vast experience in helping businesses meet their data protection commitments, including advising on their obligations, drafting Privacy Notices and policy documents, providing training to businesses and their employees and assisting in the event of a data breach.

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Welsh entrepreneurs prioritise business

New research by Superscript, the subscription-based online business insurance provider, has found that 51% of Welsh business owners rarely think about a work/life balance and see running their business as much as part of life as socialising. As a result, their personal lives may have taken a backseat with 41% admitting that making their business a success is the number one priority right now. 49% of Welsh entrepreneurs prioritised work over their personal relationships as they have a desire to gain greater control over their schedule, 21% have the satisfaction of building a business for themselves and 20% want to pursue their passion by focusing on their own business over sex and relationships. https://gosuperscript.com

Delsol targets new breed of driver to help meet customer demands

One of North Wales’ leading logistics companies is aiming to attract a new breed of driver to help it keep pace with the growth of the business. Delivery Solutions (Delsol), which has depots in Caernarfon and Sandycroft, has grown by almost 40% over the last three years. It currently employs 133 staff with a further pool of 50 contractors called upon to meet customer demand. But like many other logistics providers, Delsol is facing challenges recruiting experienced drivers due to the impact of Covid-19 and Brexit. Most recently, the effect of the so-called ‘pingdemic’ has led to additional pressures on driver availability. “The UK transport industry is a £127billion pound industry which employs 10% of the entire UK workforce, without which the UK economy would quickly collapse,” said chairman Tony Parry. “Recent events have shown just how fragile and vulnerable the UK supply chain can be. Delsol has adapted well and shown some exceptional resilience to the current turbulent trading challenges we have experienced. We are looking to attract both experienced and younger drivers into the industry. While truck driving and delivery has long been seen as a male domain, we are keen to buck that trend and attract female drivers as well as workers from other industries who may find their current

skills are easily transferred to a delivery career.”

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Rydal Penrhos expands team

Rydal Penrhos is delighted to announce that Maria McLean has joined the school as its new Commercial Manager. Maria, who started in the role earlier this summer, will have responsibility for facility hire and events at the school, which boasts exceptional sporting facilities, an indoor pool and a host of beautiful event spaces, all of which are available for private use. She joins with a wealth of marketing and event experience following a distinguished career in international hotels, restaurants and luxury property rentals. “Rydal Penrhos is such a beautiful location with historical buildings, landscaped gardens and such amazing sports facilities,” she commented. “I am delighted to have joined the team and am looking forward to putting the school firmly on

the map as a wedding and event venue and to working with our local community groups and teams to host training sessions and matches on the Rydal Penrhos fields and pitches.” All of the facilities are available

to hire throughout the year for weddings, events, corporate meetings, sporting events and fixtures and of

course regular training sessions.

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DVSC invests in Ruthin

A community charity has recruited a new Chief Officer

following significant investment in a rural town centre. Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council (DVSC) will unveil a £50,000 revamp of the popular Naylor Leyland Centre in Ruthin this month. Match-funded by the Welsh Government’s Community Facilities Fund, the Well Street landmark has had a complete overhaul including internal redecoration, carpets and flooring, IT, electrics, and a refurbished exterior. Meanwhile,

the nearby Grade 2-listed Market Hall is also undergoing a transformation and will open as a community market later in the year. DVSC has taken on administrative, creative and enterprise staff to add to their team, and with Tom Barham (left) now in place as Chief Officer, the future is looking bright.

“Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council has a brilliant track record of supporting the voluntary sector across the county and an incredible team here in Ruthin who are eager to see the Naylor Leyland Centre reopen this summer,” he said. “We are looking ahead with confidence having made great strides

during the pandemic to upgrade our facilities and refocus DVSC’s vision to support charities, community organisations and social enterprises.” Chair Sandra Donoghue (right), from St Asaph, said the coming months will be pivotal for the charity. “The last year has been very challenging, and like all services we were in uncharted territory, but DVSC is well placed to have even more of an impact going forward with Tom at the helm,” she said. “There are good times ahead, we have a strong, proactive board who are deep-rooted in the community and keen to build a legacy for future generations.”

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Expert Focus

Dr Chelsea Moore is a lecturer in applied sport and exercise physiology at Wrexham Glyndŵr University. Here she shares what she loves about teaching this particular course…

How did you get into this career?

I have always been interested in sport since I was a kid, and my mum and dad always made sure I was involved in various sports. I ended up following in the footsteps of my brother and did sport at college where one of my teachers encouraged me to pursue it at university. At the time I wanted to go into the army but decided I would go for my undergraduate degree in sports science and then go into the army afterwards. Once I got to university, I realised I was getting good grades and became really interested in the subject. I was lucky enough to be offered a lab technician job and do a bit of teaching on the side. From there I decided I wanted to go onto a masters and then a PhD. After that I realised that the best route for me was to go most important thing. Not all of our students have done a sport BTEC or science-based A-Levels and although it’s an advantage, it’s not imperative to get on the course. When students enter into Level 4 we teach them everything they need to know in order to progress on the course. We offer loads of short courses on the Glyndŵr website that range

from football specific courses to performance analysis and an

introduction to sport science. If an applicant really feels like they are really lacking any underpinning knowledge of the subject or haven’t got enough UCAS points then we also offer a foundation year which is an introduction to the basics and prepares them for the undergraduate degree.

What opportunities are open to students after they graduate?

The great thing about the Applied Sport and Exercise Science programme is that it it’s such a broad degree that can lead to endless career opportunities. Many of our students go on to pursue further education and specialise further with a masters or PhD in biomechanics or exercise physiology. Once graduating from the degree, students have the opportunity to go into coaching, performance analysis, personal training or do their PCGE to become a PE teacher. There are opportunities to work with the council, sports professionals or go down the nutrition and dietetics route.

into academia so when an opportunity to lecture at Glyndŵr

came up, I jumped at the chance.

What can students expect from the course?

We offer two undergrad courses to students, either the Applied Sport and Exercise Science course or the Football Coaching and Performance Specialist course. Both cover all the disciplines so students study physiology, biomechanics, and psychology. We also look at environmental physiology which is where we study how the body reacts to exercise in extreme environments like high altitude levels, scorching heat, or freezing climates. There’s such a range of modules on the Applied Sport and Exercise course where students go from learning about athletic performance improvement to looking at supplements. A huge chunk of the course is practical, especially on the physiology side that I teach. I would say it’s 80% In the lab conducting experiments and the other 20% is theory where students look at the different functions of the body. The Applied Sport and We offer the additional qualifications within the degree to

help our students find out what interests them and enable

them to specialise in their chosen field.

What does Wrexham Glyndŵr University have to offer?

Exercise Science programme is more clinical in the final year

and all of our students get their gym instructor qualification

as well as their exercise referral qualification. The Football

coaching students achieve their UEFA coaching license and this ensures all of our students are set up for employment right away and they can even get their personal training qualification if they want it – all for free. Any students that

already have any of those qualifications also get the option

to pursue other qualifications instead, it’s so flexible and it

means they graduate with so much more than their degree. One of the projects I’m currently working on is with the BCUHB cardiac research team. We are looking at operating the cardiac rehab both online and face to face to see whether patients are still able to adhere to exercise guidelines and it will open up placement opportunities for my students who have an interest in the clinical side of things.

How can students get a place on the programme?

We always look for an interest in the subject and that is the We offer such flexible learning and support here at Glyndŵr

and we know all of our students personally. Everyone is on an individual journey and students know they can approach us for anything because we want to see them succeed and achieve their goals. We also have amazing pastoral support and careers help that you don’t see at larger universities.

What is your best advice for anyone wanting to pursue this subject?

My best advice would be to that you need to put the work in in order to be successful. Doing a degree is not easy, you have to do a lot of reading and learning independently which means you have to have good time management, resilience and a good work ethic. I also advise you get involved in everything that is offered to you, we always have opportunities for students to get experience working with athletes, patients and clients – take these opportunities – they are great for your CV and will ensure you gain applied experience. n