Privileged to take part today in Llanelli ‘s Remembrance Commemorations, carefully socially distanced, with just a few veterans and civic representatives. Now, more than ever, we value the freedoms our brave service men and women fought for and continue...
Many people have contacted me in the last few days about the anti-social use of fireworks. I recognise the stress and anxiety they can cause to smaller children, older people and those who suffer from mental health issues, as...
The First Minister, Mark Drakeford has just announced a new, simplified set of rules to start in Wales from Monday, 9th November. The new national measures include: The need to maintain two metre social distancing and wear face masks...
A huge thank you to everyone for the efforts made so far to stop the spread of COVID19. We now need everyone in Wales to help with the short, sharp “fire-break” announced earlier this afternoon by First Minister, Mark...
Race hate crime has doubled in just five years. The work by #ShowRACISMtheRedCard is more important than ever – I’ve seen at first hand how they help young people to tackle racism head-on. At this crucial time for the...
Last night, the Tory UK Government failed again to protect high UK animal welfare, environment and public health standards in food production and for putting the livelihoods of local farmers and food producers at risk. In an important day...
A sharp rise in Covid infections in Llanelli over the last week has led to the country’s first micro lock-down. Local Senedd Member Lee Waters, and MP Nia Griffith, are urging people in the area to stick to the...
Really pleased to #raiseamug for #macmillancoffeemorning and support all their incredible work supporting the 3million people living with cancer. Cancer hasn’t stop during COVID-19, and neither has Macmillan. Every penny raised at #macmillancoffeemorning helps them provide vital support to...
I welcome the publication of the first findings of the Rail Accident Investigation Board’s examination of the causes of the major rail incident and subsequent blaze at Llangennech at the end of August. Clearly we will have to wait...
Delighted to speak at the official opening this morning of the new CYCA Centre of Excellence in North Dock, Llanelli. Thanks to the work of their inspirational CEO, Tracy Pike MBE, staff, volunteers and trustees, CYCA have made a...
