In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Blackwood WoodsCampaigners Andrew Farina-Childs and Delwyn Davies, two Blackwood councillors, deserve credit for their…
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South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: July 27
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.21st Century SchoolsI cannot emphasise enough my disappointment at the announcement by the Welsh…
Cost of fuel rising for emergency services
The cost of fuel for the emergency services is on the rise, according to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act.The massive increase in fuel costs faced by Gwent Police, South…
Caerphilly and Blaenau Gwent social services merger welcomed by Welsh Government
The merger between Caerphilly and Blaenau Gwent’s social services has been welcomed by the Welsh Government.Deputy Minister for health and social services Gwenda Thomas praised the planned merger after the issue was…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: July 13
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Youth EmploymentTackling youth employment is a key priority for me and I took part…
Caerphilly County Borough politicians condemn British Gas price hike
Politicians in Caerphilly County Borough have again voiced their concerns at rising energy costs.On Friday, British Gas announced an 18% increase in gas and a 16% increase in electricity. This follows a…
Plaid Cymru AM calls for social care reform
Plaid Cymru AM Lindsay Whittle has called on the Welsh Government to improve working conditions for social workers and care assistants.The South Wales East AM, who is Plaid spokesman on social services,…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: June 29
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Physical Punishment of ChildrenI spoke during First Minister’s Questions when Carwyn Jones was asked…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: June 15
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Energy companies rip off the publicAs Caerphilly Observer readers will know I raised the…
Caerphilly’s Labour AM attacks Plaid Cymru rivals for missing Assembly opening
Caerphilly’s Labour AM Jeff Cuthbert has attacked his Plaid Cymru rivals for not attending the Queen’s opening of the Assembly on Tuesday.Five Plaid AMs – including the former leader of Caerphilly County…