My Monthly Newsletter for November 05 Dec 2022 I’ve just sent out my monthly newsletter for November, detailing my work in Cardiff Central and Westminster over the last month. Read more →
My Response to the Autumn Statement 17 Nov 2022 Britain has so much potential. But right now we’re facing a Tory economic crisis that’s holding us back. After today, people will be asking themselves: Am I and my family better off with the Tories? The answer is no. The mess we are in is a result of 12 years… Read more →
Labour’s Priorities for the Autumn Statement 17 Nov 2022 Britain has so much potential. But right now we’re facing a cost of living crisis that’s holding us back – with mortgages, rent, food and energy all going up and up. This economic crisis is down to 12 years of Tory failure and wasted opportunities. The Tories say this is… Read more →
Labour will secure our economy and get it growing again 15 Nov 2022 Twelve years of the Tories has weakened our economy. We lag behind on business investment and productivity and are forecast to have the worst economic growth of any G7 economy in 2023. The choices made by successive Conservative governments have left British families exposed during the cost-of-living crisis. Their decisions… Read more →
A Fossil Fuel Prime Minister in a Renewable Age 09 Nov 2022 The Prime Minister was shamed into going to COP27. His eventual decision to attend was an embarrassing U-turn; a day trip to try to avoid embarrassment, not to provide leadership. His initial snub, one of his first decisions as prime minister, was an act heard around the world. It said… Read more →
Binding vote to release advice on the reappointment of the Home Secretary 08 Nov 2022 Rishi Sunak’s decision to reappoint Suella Braverman as Home Secretary, just six days after she broke the Ministerial Code, allegedly against the advice of his Cabinet Secretary was totally irresponsible, reckless and put party before country. Not only did Rishi Sunak re-appoint Suella Braverman after she admitted to breaching the… Read more →
Tories broken promises on the pension triple lock could leave pensioners in Cardiff Central worse off 08 Nov 2022 Abandoning the 2019 Conservative Manifesto commitment to the triple lock on state pensions for the second year in a row could leave 9,715 pensioners in Cardiff Central £898.90 worse off on average, according to new analysis published today. New analysis from the House of Commons Library, commissioned by Labour, shows… Read more →
DWP Benefit Payment Dates Over Christmas 04 Nov 2022 The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced when benefit payments will be made over the Christmas period. The way Christmas falls this year will mean a slight change to when you get your money so here’s everything you need to know about when you’ll get your benefits over… Read more →
Labour unveils plan for Real Living Wage for every adult worker 04 Nov 2022 The Conservatives are failing working people: incomes and living standards have fallen as bills skyrocket in the cost-of-living crisis. Now, they’ve also crashed the economy leaving households in Cardiff Central with higher prices and mortgage rates. As a result, working people have been forced to accept weaker rights and longer… Read more →
My Monthly Newsletter for October 29 Oct 2022 I’ve just sent out my monthly newsletter for October, detailing my work in Cardiff Central and Westminster over the last month. Read more →
My Monthly Newsletter for October I’ve just sent out my monthly newsletter for November, detailing my work in Cardiff Central and Westminster over the last month. Read more →
Tory Economic Chaos 28 Oct 2022 Families in Cardiff Central face an eyewatering jump in mortgage repayments next year as a result of the Conservatives crashing the economy. Analysis by the Labour Party using Bank of England data showed that homeowners coming off two-year fixed term mortgages in October 2022 are set to pay £500 a… Read more →
Audio-visual Heritage Day 2022 27 Oct 2022 Our Audio-visual heritage is a priceless resource which helps us feel more connected with our past. Our history belongs to us all. We must do all we can to conserve these collections and ensure they remain accessible to the public and future generations. British Pathé is a treasure trove of… Read more →
General Election Now 20 Oct 2022 Following Liz Truss’ short and chaotic time in Downing Street, the Tories have crowned Rishi Sunak as Prime Minister without him saying a single word about how he would run the country and without anyone having the chance to vote. This is the same Rishi Sunak who as Chancellor failed… Read more →
Walescast Interview 01 Oct 2022 On 5th September, I spoke to Walescast to give my views on the election of Liz Truss as leader of the Conservative Party. Liz Truss has got her fingerprints all over the crime scene of the last 12 years of Conservative Government. We have got a low wage, high price,… Read more →
My Monthly Newsletter for September I’ve just sent out my monthly newsletter for September, detailing my work in Cardiff Central and Westminster over the last month. Read more →
My Tribute to Her Majesty the Queen 14 Sep 2022 “There are very many people who have lots of fond memories of royal visits to Cardiff Central and on behalf of my constituents, I send our deepest sympathy, but also our gratitude to King Charles III and all of the royal family. “Gratitude for Her Majesty, the late Queen’s, absolute… Read more →
My Monthly Newsletter for August I’ve just sent out my monthly newsletter for November, detailing my work in Cardiff Central and Westminster over the last month. Read more →
OVO Energy Support Package 02 Sep 2022 As the cost of living crisis deepens, it is becoming increasingly clear that the UK Conservative Government’s existing support packages will not be enough to soften the impact of the energy price rises in October. With households already struggling, Ovo Energy has announced a £50m package of support for customers… Read more →
COVID-19 Autumn Booster Vaccines in Wales 22 Aug 2022 The roll-out of COVID-19 booster vaccines will begin at the start of September to help boost the immunity of those at higher risk from COVID-19, improving their protection against severe illness and to protect the NHS over winter 2022 to 23. Adults 18+ will be offered the Moderna vaccine which… Read more →
Job Opportunity: Senior Communications Manager 11 Aug 2022 Want to come and work in a busy, friendly and very committed team on behalf of everyone in Cardiff Central ? I’m recruiting a Senior Communications Officer. Location: Cardiff Central Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales Length of Contract: Permanent; with a six month probation period Job Details Jo… Read more →