CARDIFF — Concerns are mounting over the Welsh Government’s plans for a separate Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), with opposition politicians, retailers and members of the public questioning how the system will work in practice — particularly for goods bought online from England and the added cost facing struggling households. The debate intensified after wine merchants…
No two days are ever the same as a school nurse (SCPHN) – and that’s exactly what makes the role so rewarding. As part of the first ever Wales School Nursing Week, we’re highlighting the impact of our school nursing teams. Ashleigh is based at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon and shared some insights into her role. “Most days begin by checking in on messages, referrals, and any safeguarding…
Image above when Cynon Valley had its Classic Car Show at the Ynys Sports Fields, and it was free Car lovers and families are all invited to Rhondda Heritage Park Museum this summer, as the much‑loved Classic Car Show rolls back in for another brilliant day! Taking place on Saturday 27 June, 10am–4pm, the event…
The Welsh Conservatives have said Plaid Cymru must take responsibility for Wales’ struggling economy after years of backing Labour through coalition, cooperation agreements and budget deals. The latest economic statistics show that the number of paid employees in Wales is falling faster than the overall UK level and economic inactivity continues to rise, highlighting the…
Residents in the Cynon Valley are expressing growing frustration after comments by Heledd Fychan, Plaid Cymru’s new Culture Minister, calling for greater integration of arts and sport spending within the NHS. Speaking on BBC Politics Wales, Fychan said the new Plaid Cymru-led Welsh Government wanted to embed arts and health programmes into healthcare services. However,…
