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Leader Live
15-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
MS shares touching personal story following VE Day
MS for Delyn As I mentioned in my previous column, there were nationwide celebrations to mark the anniversary of VE Day last week and I was privileged to attend the Holywell VE Day event on Thursday. VE Day marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe – on May 8, 1945, communities across our area and throughout the UK celebrated the end of a long and devastating conflict in Europe. My own lovely and much-missed nana, then aged just 17, was part of a VE Day celebration in Primrose Street in Connah's Quay – you can see her in the photo I've published on my Facebook page at Many of us took part in events during the week and at the weekend to reflect on the sacrifices made and the peace secured eight decades ago, but at the same time we must collectively commit to learn from the past and strive together towards peace – and let us remember the courage of those who served and the resilience of those who rebuilt. From Skills Competition Wales to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, learners across Wales are proving their talent, drive and ambition, including three from Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, with one representing Renewable Energy from Coleg Llandrillo's Rhyl campus. Also our very own Coleg Cambria has a finalist in the EuroSkills Herning 2025 competition for Team UK, which will be held in Denmark in September. These competitions don't just showcase skills they build on them, inspiring the next generation to reach higher and meet the demands of future industries like net zero tech. In the Senedd last week, I asked the Welsh Government what discussions have taken place about encouraging colleges across Wales to participate in the WorldSkills competition to help meet the needs of industry. It's important for young apprentices in Wales to have the opportunity to test themselves against their peers – and it's great for our tech industries too. On a similar note, I'd like to wish pob lwc to all those taking their exams this summer. May is the start of the GCSE and A-level exam period and I want to wish everyone taking part in these assessments the best of luck. I know students across the country will be revising for their exams and this can be a time of great stress and anxiety for young minds – exams can be a challenging time and the pressure to do well can feel overwhelming. It's perfectly normal to feel worried about exams, but it's important that you find ways to manage your worries. If you're a student about to start exams or a parent or guardian concerned about the exams, you might find these tips useful from Place2Be – the children's mental health charity – go to for help and advice. I recently had the chance to meet with Holywell Town Council alongside my parliamentary colleague Becky Gittins MP to discuss the March announcement by Santander Bank that it's planning to close their Holywell branch in August, leaving the town with no high street banking facilities at all. Bank closures are challenging for people who don't use computers or smartphones to do their banking and especially for the older generations who rely more on high street facilities. It's vital that we don't simply cut these people off and so I support the introduction of 'banking hubs' like the one recently opened by the Post Office in Flint, in which you can pay in cheques and cash and pay bills. Holywell needs something similar, as do many other areas affected by bank closures. Finally, I had the chance at the weekend to pop in to Mold's newest high street addition – Cracked Coffee – on its opening day. Cracked Coffee has been operating online for a while and the company's ethical approach to trading and work to support our local communities has been a success story here in North Wales and it was great to see the company open its first town centre coffee shop – and taste their delicious coffee! It's important that we support our local high street shops and the Welsh Government's £100m Transforming Towns initiative goes some way to help our towns to develop the kind of local businesses that provide for visitors and residents alike. As always, if you would like advice and/or support, please don't hesitate to get in touch on any of the following contact details – 52 High Street, Mold, Flintshire, on 01352 753464 or by email You can also keep up to date via my Facebook page – Constituents are, of course, welcome to contact my office to arrange an appointment to see me, you don't need to wait for an advice surgery.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Man shortlisted for next year's WorldSkills in joinery category
A joiner whose career in the industry began at Bradford College has been shortlisted for a chance to represent 'Squad UK' at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Ahmed Shakir's journey as a joiner started with Bradford College back in 2021, when he enrolled onto a Carpentry & Joinery course and progressed through both Level 1 and 2. Following this, in 2023, he began his apprenticeship at Bradford-based Abrahams & Carlisle. Mr Shakir now joins an intensive 18-month training programme with the end goal of competing against other young tradespeople at what will be the 48th instalment of the WorldSkills competition, which is set to take place in September of 2026. Mr Shakir said: "I'm delighted to have made it into the Squad UK joinery category, alongside three other competitors! "The training programme will be intense, but I know it will push me to be the best I can be. "I'm excited for the challenge ahead!" The global event is intended to be a platform for showcasing excellence and driving up standards in vocational education and training. More information about Bradford College apprenticeships is available at More information about WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 is available at
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
INTAMSYS Extends Global Partnership with WorldSkills to Empower Future Talents
SHANGHAI, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- INTAMSYS, a global leader in industrial 3D printing, has renewed its partnership with WorldSkills International (WSI) for the 2025-2026 season. Under this agreement, INTAMSYS will continue as the exclusive 3D printing equipment and materials supplier for the Additive Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering CAD competitions at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. This marks the second consecutive collaboration between INTAMSYS and WSI, reinforcing their shared commitment to advancing vocational skills education through cutting-edge 3D printing technology. Drive Innovation in WorldSkills Competitions During the signing ceremony, David Hoey, CEO of WorldSkills International, highly praised INTAMSYS for its technological expertise and commitment to education. He stated: "INTAMSYS has redefined competition standards with its industrial-grade 3D printing technology. At WorldSkills Competition 2024 in Lyon, the FUNMAT PRO 310 delivered exceptional performance, earning global recognition for its reliability and precision." Charles Han, Founder & CEO of INTAMSYS, reaffirmed the company's dedication to industry-driven education, stating: "We believe 'Industry IS Education.' Real skill development must align with industrial applications. Our latest FUNMAT PRO 310 NEO is designed for high-speed, high-strength, multi-material printing, providing competitors with the ultimate tool for tackling complex challenges." Dong Hua, from the Sponsorship and Partnership Department of the Executive Bureau of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, also shared key plans for the event, highlighting the strong national support behind this global competition. The three parties engaged in in-depth discussions about the 2026 Shanghai WorldSkills Competition, laying a solid foundation for future collaboration. Bridging Education and Industry Following the signing ceremony, a round table forum featured Alexander Amiri, Director of Sponsorship & Partnership at WorldSkills International, and Jane Stokie, Director of Skills Competitions, who shared further insights into the partnership and competition details. Cong Pang, Director of Education at INTAMSYS, emphasized: "INTAMSYS is fully prepared to deeply engage in the upcoming competition, providing competitors with extensive training and preparation support." China's Innovation on the Global Skills Stage WorldSkills Lyon 2024 welcomed 1,300+ competitors from nearly 70 countries and regions. With Shanghai hosting in 2026, even more participants are expected. As a leading force in China's advanced manufacturing sector, INTAMSYS aims to bring world-class technology to vocational training programs globally, bridging the gap between education and industry. This renewed partnership solidifies INTAMSYS' position as a global leader in industrial 3D printing and underscores China's growing role in shaping the future of vocational skills development. About INTAMSYS INTAMSYS specializes in industrial 3D printing solutions, focusing on high-performance FFF technology for engineering applications. With headquarters in China and offices in Germany and the United States, INTAMSYS serves global industries with cutting-edge FUNMAT™ 3D printers and advanced material solutions. Learn More at More about WorldSkills International: CONTACT: info@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE INTAMSYS; WorldSkills International Sign in to access your portfolio
