Responding to the news that an increase in business rates in Wales has created a “perfect hurricane” for hospitality and retail firms, an industry body has warned, Peter Fox MS, Shadow Finance Minister, said: “The Labour Government, have effectively doubled business rates, punishing companies across Wales and damaging the fragile Welsh economy. “I have previously…
Access to GP surgeries is extremely important in supporting patients, but also alleviating pressures on Welsh hospitals. Yet under the Labour Government in Wales, in 2012 Wales had 473 practices, but as of December 2023, this had decreased to 374. BMA Cymru Wales’ ‘Save our Surgeries’ campaign is calling on the Labour Government to ensure…
Responding to Pembrokeshire Council taking legal action over Withyhedge landfill site, operated by a subsidiary of the company that gave Vaughan Gething £200,000, Paul Davies MS, Shadow Minister for West Wales, said: “The misery that this company has inflicted on our communities must come to an end. “Withyhedge landfill is ruining people’s lives, and the…
Two men and a woman from Cardiff have been found guilty of drug offences following a trial at Cardiff Crown Court that ended on Tuesday, April 30. A further man from Barry pleaded guilty in May 2023. The four formed part of a Cardiff-based Organised Crime Group (OCG) who were using the EncroChat communication platform…
Almost 300,000 Self Assessment customers filed their tax return in the first week of the new taxyear, almost 10 months ahead of the deadline, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed. Customers can file their Self Assessment returns for the 2023 to 2024 tax year between 6 April 2024and 31 January 2025. Almost 70,000 people…
Today (10th May), Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB is joining in the global celebrations to mark International Nurses Day. International Nurses Day is an opportunity to recognise the incredible work, dedication and skills of nurses and HealthCare Support Workers worldwide. We are immensely proud of our diverse nursing and midwifery teams in CTM, and appreciate everything they…
