The Importance of Volunteers at the CAB The other day, I went to a Volunteers Event at Bargoed Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB). As well as a dozen or so volunteers, the new…
Category: Opinion
Caerphilly Business Forum blog: New board and chairman announced
It’s all change at Caerphilly Business Forum, the biggest and most influential business network in the county borough.The forum has continued to grow in popularity and I was delighted to see so…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: May 30
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Olympic Torch Relay What a fantastic occasion it was on Saturday when the Olympic…
Caerphilly MP Wayne David’s Blog: May 28
Are we all in this together? The Prime Minister is fond of saying that “we are all in this together”. By which he means that in these difficult economic times everyone must…
Chris Evans MP on why dangerous dog laws need to go further
Islwyn MP Chris Evans will challenge the UK Government on its proposals to tackle dangerous dogs in a Westminster Hall debate today.
Writing for Caerphilly Observer Mr Evans, a victim of a dog attack himself, explains what changes need to be made.
Caerphilly Business Forum: The importance of taking time out
In my first ever column for Caerphilly Observer, I mentioned how important it was for business people to take time out to appreciate the rewards of their efforts.“Stop and smell the roses”…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: May 16
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Caerphilly MP Wayne David’s blog: May 14
A Healthy Democracy On May 3, the Caerphilly Borough had important elections for its Borough Council and for its Community Councils. Elections were held throughout Wales and Scotland and in many parts…
Former Caerphilly Council leader Allan Pritchard
The Plaid Cymru group on Caerphilly County Borough Council is to elect its new leader next week.
Former council leader Allan Pritchard, who lost his seat in last week’s election, looks back at 25 years as a local councillor.
Caerphilly Business Forum: A positive year
Good news is always welcome and I’ve just reported on a very positive year to the AGM of Caerphilly Business Forum.There are always challenges in running a member-based, independent, voluntary organisation like…