South Wales East AM Mark Reckless has defected from UKIP to the Conservatives, it has been confirmed.
Tag: Senedd
Communities First scheme to be axed by March 2018, confirms minister
The Welsh Government has confirmed that its Communities First programme is to end.
Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: November 30, 2016
In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David talks small businesses, their place in the high streets of the future, and placing value on their economics.
AMs question Ken Skates on improvements to train services
The frustrations of rail passengers in Caerphilly County Borough have been voiced in the Senedd by local Assembly Members.
Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore’s blog: October 21, 2016
In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Islwyn AM Rhianon Passmore reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Aberfan disaster, the potential merging of local authorities, employment levels, and tackling fly-tippers.
Start-up funding on offer for would-be local entrepreneurs
The Welsh Innovation Centre for Enterprise (Welsh ICE), has opened its next round of funding for would-be entrepreneurs with a great business idea.
Bill to give Wales more power progresses to House of Lords
A new law which will give Wales further powers has been backed by MPs.
Caerphilly AM Hefin David’s blog: September 7, 2016
In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Hefin David talks about a recent spell as a delivery man, a bright future for Caerphilly businesses, and a return to the Senedd.
Nant Y Parc Primary School gets a taste for politics
The school council of Nant Y Parc Primary recently visited the Welsh Assembly, where they debated and agreed the introduction of a ‘sugar tax’ on fizzy drinks.
UKIP’s Caerphilly chairman Sam Gould says public spat between AMs will not affect rising local membership
Sam Gould, UKIP Caerphilly branch chairman, says infighting in the party ranks will not affect the “united” Caerphilly members.