In recent years, the Welsh Labour government’s decision-making has come under scrutiny, with a series of choices that seemingly prioritize political expansion over the well-being of the people. From proposed increases in the number of Welsh Parliament members to questionable budget allocations, the actions of Welsh Labour raise concerns about the true priorities of those…
Commenting on consultants and specialist, associate specialist and speciality (SAS) doctors in Wales voting for two days of strike action in April, Russell George MS, Welsh Conservative Shadow Health Minister said: “Yet more strikes, this time from senior doctors in Labour-run Wales, will place further pressure on the longest waiting lists in the UK. “While…
Labour had undermined bus operators, leaving passengers disconnected Responding to the written statement from Labour’s Deputy Transport Minister, Natasha Asghar MS, Shadow Transport Minister, said: “Labour’s plans will see the taxpayer on the hook for failing services across Wales. “Given Transport for Wales’ failures when it comes to our trains, and the Welsh Government’s general…
Huwel Manley, Head of Operations for South West Wales, said: “Illegal waste operations impact the people, environment, public health and economy of Wales. They can pollute water, harm wildlife, put people’s health at risk and undermine legitimate businesses and put pressure on already overstretched resources of regulators and enforcement bodies. “We hope that this result…
In recent months, there have been significant outbreaks of measles in the UK, including cases within South Wales. Measles is highly infectious and the only way to prevent large outbreaks is through high uptake of the MMR vaccination (2 doses). As part of our effort to protect our population in CTM, our school vaccination team…
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council What Do They Know The Information Commissioner, John Edwards, has written an open letter to public organisations to remind them that “transparency is essential” and resources must be dedicated to access to information. This comes as the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has taken regulatory action against five public authorities for “continued…
Responding to the Chief Medical Officer saying at the UK Covid Inquiry that the Labour Health Minister during the pandemic, “can’t be [right]” when Vaughan Gething incorrectly told Wales’ first Covid cabinet meeting that “there had been no imported cases into the UK”, Russell George MS, Welsh Conservative Shadow Health Minister said: “It is astounding that Labour’s Health…
With an estimated 6.6 million households without access to off-street parking, convenient at-home charging remains a barrier to EV adoption for residents throughout the UK Many EV users look to take advantage of night-time tariffs. However, the problems created when running electric car charging cables across the pavement are only exacerbated at night time. It’s…
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to let your readers know that Macmillan Cancer Support has updated its ‘Your Cancer Care in Wales’ information booklet. This handy booklet is available in both Welsh and English, as well as braille and in large print. It aims to help people living with cancer, and people caring…
In a surprising turn of events, Lee Waters MS, the transport minister responsible for spearheading contentious policies, has officially announced his decision to step down from his position. The move comes after a series of decisions that critics argue have put the Welsh economy on a trajectory of decline. Mr. Waters, who played a pivotal…
