In this blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly MS Hefin David encourages everyone eligible for a flu vaccination to take up the offer.
Drakeford criticises ‘Mystic Meg’ motion on UK budget
Wales’ finance secretary responded to a Plaid Cymru debate in the Senedd ahead of the new UK Government’s first budget announcement.
Discrimination concerns over move to cashless society
Senedd members criticised a “half-hearted, illogical and disappointing” response to calls to ensure vulnerable adults without bank cards can continue to pay in cash.
Senedd votes against assisted dying
Senedd members voted against a non-binding motion calling on the Welsh Government to back the principle of assisted dying.
Annual poppy appeal launch honour handed to Blackwood
Blackwood and District Royal British Legion is preparing to launch this year’s poppy appeal, which is usually held in Newport.
Council leader refers himself to watchdog in ‘interests of transparency’
The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has referred himself to Wales’ public services ombudsman.
War memorial given makeover ahead of Remembrance Sunday
Risca’s war memorial has been given a makeover ahead of Remembrance Sunday, after volunteers cleared weeds and overgrowth, planted shrubs, and repainted benches.
Letting agency opens new shop alongside veterans group
Caerphilly Lettings have opened their new premises in Caerphilly town centre with the help of a local veterans group.
Tractor run across the borough planned in memory of late farmer
Gelligaer Young Farmers Club are preparing for their first tractor run this weekend in memory of a “passionate farmer and friend”.
Have your say on plans for major changes to library services
The futures of 12 libraries across the county borough could be under threat as the council attempts to save money and rationalise its resources.