Eight candidates are standing in the Caerphilly Senedd by-election taking place on Thursday October 23.
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Gareth Hughes: The Green Party candidate for the Caerphilly Senedd by-election
Gareth Hughes says he wants to bring a “credible, independent voice” to the Senedd and one that puts the community, social justice and the environment at the heart of decision-making.
Explained: Which communities can vote this week and why
There has been confusion around who can and cannot vote in the upcoming Caerphilly Senedd by-election – all due to recent parliamentary boundary changes.
Public toilets and new basketball courts among plans for city park
Public toilets in Newport’s Beechwood Park could be reopened for future summers, the city council’s leader said.
NHS Wales faces ‘historically low’ funding settlement
NHS Wales faces an exceptionally low funding settlement by historical standards in the Welsh Government’s spending plans for next year, finance experts have warned.
First Minister meets Welsh Conservative leader for budget talks
First Minister Eluned Morgan has held talks with the leader of the Welsh Conservatives as she looks for support to pass the Welsh Government’s 2026/27 budget.
Welsh Government accused of hypocrisy on NHS transparency
Jeremy Miles, Wales’ health secretary, unveiled plans to live stream public accountability meetings every year with NHS organisations.
Drakeford details decade-long plan for Welsh language in education
Schools in Wales will be required to deliver at least 10% of their teaching in Welsh by 2030 as part of a decade-long plan to implement “landmark” legislation.
‘Once-in-a-generation’ reform of water industry unveiled
Wales will create its own standalone water regulator in a “once-in-a-generation” revamp of the industry aimed at clearing up rivers and delivering better value for bill payers.
Ignoring food waste could land residents with ‘education and enforcement’ action
Newport residents who fail to put food waste out for collection could fall foul of council “education and enforcement” officers.