Proud of my Newport roots in Pill, the Gaer and Allt-yr-yn; proud of Newport's rich cultural heritage, especially the Chartists. Councillor for Allt-yr-yn.
Newport on Usk
Joined October 2015
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GOOD NEWS - RIDGEWAY BUS
The Ridgeway Bus
Route 14
is soon to have 2 new bus stops.
One near Ash Tree Grove
and one near the top of Ridgeway Hill.
Temporary bus stop signs at first.
Later a hardstanding and bus shelter will be erected.
These extra bus stops are on their way soon
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Want to know more about the proposals for the Old Green Roundabout?
Then make at beeline for The Place (the old big Post Office)in the city centre today between 12 noon and 8pm.
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After 13 years of the Tories, Britain's growth is on the floor.
And it’s families that are paying the price.
Labour’s mission to secure the highest sustained growth in the G7 will make all parts of Britain better off.
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We’re proud that Newport will be the host city of Wales’ Armed Forces Day events on Saturday June 24th.
Use the link below to keep up to date with what’s being planned and to find out more 👇🏻
newport.gov.uk/en/About-Newp…
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Because in Wales, we do things differently ⤵️
walesonline.co.uk/news/educa…
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Today is International School Meals Day, so what better time to share a reminder that, here in Newport, Labour is already providing all foundation phase children with a free school meal every day of the school week - great for learners and great for families.
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Additional investment for city centre agreed as part of the 23/24 budget means that eligible businesses in the city centre won’t have to pay a penny in business rates next year.
We’re on the side of our city centre businesses & will always do our best to support and protect them
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Newport Labour stands with Ukraine and with all of those who have sought sanctuary in our city to escape the war.
You are safe here. You are welcome here.
Slava Ukraini!
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Would you know where to go if you needed medical attention?
28th Feb @AneurinBevanUHB Community Engagement Team will be in Caerleon Town Hall, 10am - 12pm.
They will be there to talk and help understand the changes to healthcare services.
abuhb.nhs.wales/about-us/pub…
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Unions play an important role, championing workers’ rights & working together for positive change.
13 - 19 Feb is #HeartUnionsWeek ❤
Take a moment this week to learn more about the Union & which Union is right for you tuc.org.uk/join-a-union
@walestuc #HeartUnions #CaruUndebau
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Plans for new building at Newport primary school to replace Victorian structure
bit.ly/40VHigS
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There are just 19 days left to apply for the Winter Fuel Support Scheme, which offers a one-off payment of £200 to eligible households to help with the cost of home energy.
The check if you’re eligible, use the link 👇🏻
newport.gov.uk/en/Council-Ta…
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Rishi Sunak has been Prime Minister for 100 days.
Let’s see how that’s been going…
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February is LGBT+ History Month.
Our Welsh Labour Government is moving forward with its ambition to make Wales the most LGBT+ friendly nation in Europe.
As part of that goal, we've committed to banning conversion therapy - to make every part of Wales safe, open and proud.
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If you’ve got a bit of time on your hands this week, why not use it to take a look at the 23/24 Newport City Council budget proposals and to have your say?
It’s important that as many people as possible have their say, so please do get involved.
newport.gov.uk/en/Council-De…
