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Category: Opinion

Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: January 2, 2019

Wednesday, January 2, 2019Wednesday, January 23, 2019

In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David discusses Christmas, Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall and the new First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford

Christmas message from Council Leader David Poole

Monday, December 24, 2018Monday, December 24, 2018

The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, Cllr David Poole, wishes readers of Caerphilly Observer a Merry Christmas in his message.

Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s column: “We need to build the right homes in the right places”

Wednesday, September 12, 2018Wednesday, September 12, 2018

I’m happy to see Caerphilly County Borough Council embarking on plans to begin building council homes again. The initial plans for 46 homes across the borough is a welcome start.

Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: October 5, 2017

Thursday, October 5, 2017Thursday, October 5, 2017

In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David discusses the Welsh Government’s draft budget, more trains, and the need to recruit GPs.

Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore’s blog: July 28, 2017

Friday, July 28, 2017

As the National Assembly for Wales got ready to rise for the summer recess I sponsored ‘A Celebration of Welsh musical performance culture’ in the Senedd. It was an opportunity for world…

Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore’s blog: June 27, 2017

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore dissects the general election, gives an insight into her daily life in the Senedd, and discusses the impact of the Grenfell Tower tragedy closer to home.

Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: June 26, 2017

Monday, June 26, 2017

In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David discusses fatherhood, the Cardiff Capital Region City Deal and implications of the general election result.

Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore’s blog: April 27, 2017

Friday, April 28, 2017

In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore pays tribute to the late Caerphilly Council leader, Keith Reynolds, and hails the opening of the new £25m Islwyn High School.

Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: March 27, 2017

Monday, March 27, 2017

In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David discusses the options in ensuring the Northern Valleys are not left behind.

Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore’s blog: March 23, 2017

Thursday, March 23, 2017Thursday, March 23, 2017

In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore pays tribute to the victims of yesterday’s London terror attacks, discusses tackling modern slavery, checks progress on the new ‘superschool’, and visits defence firm General Dynamics.

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