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CARMARTHENSHIRE NEWS • EDITION 11 JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2013


Genesis sets wheels in motion for Llanelli lone dad


A LONE father from Llanelli is geared towards a successful career in mechanics, thanks to the support of Genesis. Dad-of-two Mark Reynolds had


been out of work for two years, and with low confidence and lack of childcare, his future looked bleak. However, Mark was introduced to


Genesis, which helped him fund childcare, and offered advice and guidance, allowing him to complete a level one Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance at Coleg Sir Gâr. He is now studying level two and aims to become employed or self-employed in the near future. Genesis Advisor Carole Walters


said: “Mark was focused and determined from the start, and is well on the way to achieving his ultimate goal.” Genesis,


based Carmarthenshire Council, within is a


European Social Funded project which aims to improve life for families, either because they are


unemployed, economically inactive or on a low income. For further information call 01554 744340.


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CO alarms could save you from danger


THE Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is urging the public to be mindful of the dangers of carbon monoxide and ensure they have CO alarms installed. CO is emitted from appliances that


burn carbon-based fuels including oil, gas, wood and coal. Alarms should comply with BS EN 5029, carry a British or European approval mark and be installed and checked in line with the manufacturer’s


instructions. To prevent the escape of CO all


work should be carried out by a registered gas safe engineer and appliances and flues should be tested regularly. Landlords have a legal duty to conduct annual gas safety checks and maintain gas appliances. Households also need to ensure


sufficient air flow around appliances and have their chimney swept once a year.


Elevate Cymru business help


Real Opportunities, Real People, Real Jobs


Do you run a business in Carmarthenshire? Discover how your business can benefit from employing


young people with learning disabilities, as well as the practical and financial support available to you


Carmarthenshire Real Opportunities Information Fayre for Employers


Monday, February 25, 9.30am-2.45pm Parc y Scarlets, Pemberton Retail Parc, Llanelli


Spaces are limited so booking is essential call 01267 246676 for information


OVER 30 businesses attended the Elevate Cymru launch hosted by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David at the National Botanical Gardens of Wales at Llanarthne, Carmarthen. Elevate Cymru is part of the Work-


based Learning programme, funded by the Convergence European Social Fund,


through Government and offers


the Welsh local


businesses fully funded work related courses that encourage sustainability and future growth. Rhianon Washington, Lead Tutor for Elevate Cymru, said: “This is a


fantastic opportunity for local employers to access fully funded, business focussed development for their staff directly linked to the workplace.


Individuals can then


progress to a full qualification from a Certificate of Higher Education (level


qualification in Professional Practice (level seven).” For further information about opportunities for your business please contact elevatecymru@tsd.ac.uk or call Project Officer Catrin Evans on 01267 676811.


four) to a postgraduate


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