Twelve-year-old Alex Chmielewski is finally looking forward to a proper family Christmas – a year after spending the festive season in hospital recovering from a long-awaited kidney transplant. Alex, from Bridgend in South Wales, spent more than three years on dialysis and over two years waiting for a kidney donor. He and his older brother…
In the Senedd today, the Welsh Conservatives brought forward a debate to mark Small Business Saturday, putting our plan to support small businesses to a vote, including proposals to: The motion did not pass, as Plaid Cymru and Labour Senedd Members voted against the Welsh Conservative motion. Commenting after the vote, Welsh Conservative Shadow Economy…
During Spokesperson’s Questions to Labour’s Cabinet Secretary for Education, the Welsh Conservatives once again raised concerns about Cardiff University’s decision to open a campus in Kazakhstan. Fresh controversies have emerged, with staff at the overseas campus reporting poor working conditions, an appalling lack of organisation between Cardiff and the Astana campus, and failures to pay agreed relocation…
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has warned that human rights are “at risk” in Wales, as the Welsh Government “falls short” on certain international commitments. In a report published today (10 December), the regulator urged the Welsh Government to take further steps in a number of areas, including improving disabled people’s access to health services…
Cwmdare has been buzzing with festive spirit as the first of a series of Christmas activities brought together families, neighbours and volunteers for a fun-filled celebration. The season was in full swing as this year’s Christmas party saw the children mesmerised by the magic of entertainer Gizmo, who had them dancing, spinning plates, and engaging…
At First Minister’s Questions (FMQs) on Tuesday, The Leader of the Welsh Conservatives challenged the First Minister to address allegations of criminality and governance issues with the NHS Shared Services Partnership by the former CEO of the Velindre University NHS Trust. The former CEO was removed from his post after raising concerns about potential criminality….
Ahead of the vote on the Bus Services (Wales) Bill, the Welsh Conservatives warned that the legislation is fundamentally flawed and overly focused on urban areas. Despite working cross-party to improve the Bill, key concerns around rural connectivity, economic impact and the rushed scrutiny process remain unresolved. Commenting, Welsh Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Transport…
Tis the season to shop, but Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Trading Standards team is urging its residents to be SMART when they are shopping this Christmas. Everyone loves a bargain and it’s easy to click before you think, especially when you feel you’re running out of time – and that’s what many less scrupulous companies…
“Once again, Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos Matters have published an excellent post that truly serves their residents. Their consistent engagement demonstrates a genuine commitment to keeping people informed. It’s refreshing to see councillors who prioritise their constituents’ needs and maintain such transparent communication with the community.” It’s a shame more councillors don’t follow this example…
The Administrative Court has granted permission for a legal challenge against the decision by the Welsh Government to ban greyhound racing, on the ground of “unlawful consultation”. Industry body the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) argue that the Welsh Government “did not follow the correct process” when announcing a ban, which they claim would…
