Children in Wales are as able as those in England, yet exam results continue to lag behind. A succession of Welsh Labour Ministers in Cardiff Bay have been more concerned with making a name for themselves than bringing about real improvements. In RCT there is no overall plan at all, just a series of random…
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have long championed the idea that mental health should be taken every bit as seriously as physical health. For too long mental health issues generally have been an afterthought for the health service and governments at Wales and UK level and many of those who suffer have been stigmatized. Thankfully that…
Schools across the County Borough are set to benefit from a £7M investment in school buildings and facilities. Cabinet will shortly consider the detail of the investment, which will see schools outside the Council’s ambitious 21st Century Schools Programme benefit from major enhancements too. Primary, comprehensive and special schools will see a range of enhancement projects…
South Wales Police are issuing a caution to residents in Aberdare after a series of indecent exposures in the town in the past two weeks. In the past 10 days, three reports of indecent exposure have been received by us. PS John Sullivan said: “We are working hard to identify this individual. We have increased…
The Welsh Liberal Democrats are today highlighting a manifesto commitment to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme for disposable drinks containers. The Welsh Liberal Democrats believe that Wales throws away far too much. We need to make sure we minimise waste by reducing, reusing, and recycling wherever possible and take some decisive action in tackling the…
The Welsh Conservatives will today commit to a consultation on increasing the speed limit of the M4 and A55 from 70 mph to 80mph in a bid to get the Welsh economy “moving”, if elected to government in May. The idea for such a consultation has in recent years been mooted by UK Government ministers…
Actor John Middleton has been nominated for a British Soap Award for his performance of Emmerdale's resident vicar, Ashley Thomas, who has vascular dementia. Alzheimer's Society has been advising on the scripts and visiting the set to ensure Ashley's symptoms, diagnosis and the progression of the condition depicts a realistic representation of someone living with…
Welsh Conservatives announced its commitment to revive an ailing pub industry and bolster support for brewers and small businesses. To mark this commitment, the Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies and prospective AM for the Vale of Glamorgan, Ross England, will visit the Vale of Glamorgan Brewery in Barry. Pursuing a low tax agenda, Welsh…
On Wednesday March 23rd MACS held their Annual Prize Evening to celebrate the academic and sporting achievements of pupils from across all year groups. The Guest Speaker for the night was Ms Elisabeth Jones, a former pupil, and Director of Legal Services for the Welsh Assembly Government. During the evening the audience were treated to a…
Congratulations to the Year 9 rugby team who won 68-26 in the Welsh Schools semi final against a good Cwm Rhymni side. The boys put in a tremendous attacking display and scored some outstanding tries. The boys play in the Welsh Schools Rugby Union semi final next Wednesday also. The winners of that match play…
